This week I'm continuing the Lessons in Hope series: What I learned in Kenya. I should forewarn you that I know I'm going to cry as I type out the post. So you can go ahead and grab a tissue now if you'd like. The Lord had very specific plans for the AWANA International global mission team I accompanied to Kenya just a few weeks ago. The first leg of our flight was delayed due to thunder and … [Read more...] about Lessons in Hope: Meeting Mercy
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Lessons in Hope: Embracing Creativity
When I returned from my recent mission trip with AWANA International, my heart was overflowing with all the lessons in hope that God taught me while I was in Kenya. Kenya is a beautiful country, both in people and land. Last week I shared how blessed I felt to see the joy on the faces of the children in the Kibera slums. They do not allow their physical circumstances to dictate their feelings, … [Read more...] about Lessons in Hope: Embracing Creativity
A Little Trip to Africa
Right now I'm sitting in the Chicago airport, about to embark on a trip I dreamed was far in the future- a trip to Kenya! I'm so thrilled to be a part of the AWANA International team and I can't wait to meet up with the entire team. Just wanted to tell all of you that I may or may not have internet service this week and I return to Chicago on Saturday. So if it's a little quiet around here, … [Read more...] about A Little Trip to Africa
In Other News: A Trip to Africa
For as long as I can remember, I've been a dreamer. Ideas are what fuel not only my mind, but my heart. Many of my dreams are still that- dreams. Just so you understand, I'm an average person. One of nine children- the fairly insignificant number 6. I thought I might travel beyond the US one day...the tiny town I grew up always seemed too small. I fear I didn't appreciate the simple life it … [Read more...] about In Other News: A Trip to Africa