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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...

Proud to be an American…Now DO!

February 8, 2012
Adventures
Life on the Field

It's so hard sitting down to blog about my experiences here in Lira. There are so many things that I want to share, so many things that I want to say. So I'll give you a little peek a day earlier this week. From my journal: February 3, 2012 Oh what a day! I'll start with yesterday… Yesterday was a day for quiet time. We compiled a list of 200 things we want to see God do in our lives, in the team, and in Uganda. The quiet time was much needed. Today we are just beginning to flex the muscles we'll be using in ministry. We have a plan of action, and we are eagerly...

I’ve Fallen In Love

February 8, 2012
Adventures
Admissions

I’ve fallen in love… …with sweat dripping down my brow. …with only showering when necessary, not wanted. …with pushing myself till I am about to drop from exhaustion. …with dirt in my eyes, mouth, and the crevasse I didn’t know I had. …with wearing my clothes multiple days in a row, and no one caring. I’ve fallen in love… …with the little dirty feet of the children. …with the sound of joyous laughter at every face I make and every word I pronounce incorrectly. …with their warm welcome...

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...

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...

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...

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