Adventures – Page 46

God is not a vending Machine

February 8, 2012
Adventures
Life on the Field

Before I came to Uganda, one of my leaders posted about the Prosperity Gospel, and how it is a big issue in Africa. I had never really heard about it, but I now can say I have experienced it. According to Wikipedia, The Prosperity Gospel is a theology that believes that the Bible teaches that financial blessing is the will of God for Christians. The doctrine teaches that faith, positive speech, and Christian Ministries will increase one's Material possessions. Being made aware of this before I came to Africa, I wondered if I would see or experience it, and I spotted it quite...

HIV, High School, and a Gecko

February 8, 2012
Adventures
Life on the Field

week 3. On friday our group was able to participate with the HIV support group at Victory Outreach Church. This is a group of HIV+ people who meet at the church to share their stories and encourage each other in the midst of their struggles with the disease. The church also distributes food and supplies and has prevention/education as part of the program. We heard from several people, but I spent some time talking with one man in particular, Peter. His wife had died from HIV/AIDS several years ago, he has no job (it's hard to get a job for everyone...

Impromptu Sanctuary Line Dance!

February 8, 2012
Adventures
Life on the Field

To truly enjoy and engage with Africa, you have to be willing to sing and dance. Before I got to Uganda, dancing and I had an awkward relationship. As of right now, I've danced in some form or fashion every single day. It has been an interesting experience to say the least, and this Sunday was especially interesting. I was singing with the praise and worship team and for whatever reason it was decided that we should dance off the stage and around the sanctuary. Whoo hoo! Got to love being free. This week has seemed both very long and very short; both hard and wonderful. We started...

Stranded in the desert with no water and a couple chickens

February 8, 2012
Adventures
Adventure

Hey everyone!! So this past week has been great! On friday we went to the AIDS club meeting where we got to interact with people living positively with HIV/AIDS. It was really cool to see the strength that these people have! On Saturday we spent the entire day at the church helpinng with the compassion program. It is really cool to be able to be involved and see what they are actually doing for these sponsored children. For those of you who dont know, compassion is an organization through which people can sponsor a child. The child recieves food, education and other important items such as...

They named their pig “Darby”!

February 8, 2012
Adventures
Life on the Field

Ok so my blog doesn't actually have to do with this pig, but a family did name their pig after me! This week I started working with compassion international. It's been a really good experience. I don't know about you guys, but when I see adds for child sponsor programs I get really depressed. You see videos of hungry, sad children with some sad song in the background. If I'm being honest, that's when I usually change the channel. Now don't get my wring, that is the reality of the situation. These kids are hungry, they are lost, and they are looking for love. But...

“You’re half Mzungu half China!” -The Real One.

February 8, 2012
Adventures
Admissions

It seems the people of africa are better at recognizing asians than in San Antonio. Just sayin. Also..I accidentally posted this as Aly earlier..so disregard her post that has the same title 🙂 I keep hearing that people are reading my blog. I appreciate all of you letting me know because otherwise I would have very little motivation to actually write every week. SO thanks :D. I think we're pretty much almost settled in to life here in Lira. Accepting the fact that Africa does crazy things to your feet and aware that they might never return to a normal hue again....

Author: Adventures