COVER STORY A GOD-JOURNEY Alette and Heinz testify to the fact that the entire process of relocating to Somerset West and renovating their house was part of a God-journey – stepping out in faith and trusting God to take the lead. Today, the very house we are seated in is immaculate – inside and out – and I can’t help but compliment the couple on the beauty of their home. There is a real sense of humility when Heinz shakes his head and responds: “Everything you see here (he points to the beautifully renovated interior) … we did not deserve, but God made a way for it to happen. He provided even in our darkest hour! What nobody really knows is that we too have had hard times, but God is faithful and He always provides.” I am reminded of the Scripture that reads, “And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of His glory in Christ Jesus,” (Philippians 4:19).
ROOTED TO SOW The Wincklers are trusting that God will continue to direct their path, and for now, this path has lead them to Cape Town. Who knows what the next step will be but “we are exactly where we are supposed to be right now,” says Heinz. Alette tells us that travel is something they enjoy and want to do more of, especially after having the privilege of living and travelling abroad when Heinz first landed a role in the hit Broadway musical ‘Rent’ just after they were married. For now, however, home is in Somerset West and the couple know without a doubt that God has called them here, within South Africa, for such a time as this! “We are a blessed nation,” explains Alette. “No matter where we go – there is just no place like home. There is a strong calling on our country and I feel that this is the reason why we are always under attack,” she points out. Heinz feels strongly about stepping out only through God’s guidance. “Too many South Africans are leaving the country out of fear and not
faith,” he shares. “If you are leaving and God did not say so, you are not going to find a better life. I promise you this! It is better to live under the promises and provision of God than to do your own thing!” The vision is to continue finding new ways to take the message to the rest of the country (and the world). Heinz shares that his dream is to own a production truck with all the necessary equipment to be able to go out to preach and sing in areas where people would otherwise not hear the Gospel. “The older I get and the more I move into ministry, I am seeing more and more that God actually has a plan for us from this nation, and a calling within “WE WANT TO LET OTHERS this nation; that whatever will KNOW THAT WITH GOD AS happen on an international THE LEAD, YOU CAN HAVE scale, will happen from here.” Together the pair believe A HEALTHY MARRIAGE that there is hope for the AND FAMILY LIFE.” nation of South Africa and they will continue to sow and minister here, until the Lord directs them elsewhere. The Wincklers are presently rooted at Every Nation Church, Somerset West, where the family enjoy local fellowship and discipleship, and are also actively involved in a life group. In the end – through family, music and ministry – Heinz and Alette thank God for His faithfulness and provision and for establishing their new ‘base’ in the Western Cape. “We wouldn’t want to be anywhere else right now,” Alette concludes.
GET IN TOUCH Both Heinz and Alette have active social media accounts and business websites where you can find out about their latest projects and ministry. Heinz is also excited to have featured in the new Frans Cronje movie ‘The Roar’ due for release in 2018. Watch the press for details! For updates visit www.heinzwinckler.com and www.alettewinckler.com. THE CHRISTIAN LIFESTYLE
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