It took me a long time and a humbling journey to realize… that rest is not for the privileged. Unless we come apart to be with God, we will fall apart, surely. I hope this will bless you this Lent. ... Read More about Retreat Guide for Rest During Lent
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Break
Lately, it’s also been on my heart to pray for a break for our family- a time of refreshment and respite over their long 2-month holidays in mid June to mid August. We dreamed at first of returning ... Read More about Break
Incarnational
I have often wondered about the point and purpose of living in a developing country- where the systems, culture and everything I know is vastly different. I’ve known so many doctors with great ... Read More about Incarnational
Happy Tears
Today as a family, as I prayed, “Dear God, in spite of all the trials and challenges of living in Tanzania, we thank you so much for giving us the gift of peace and of our family loving one another. ... Read More about Happy Tears
Grateful
Are you a foodie?Have you ever eaten something that brings tears to your eyes? This homemade cake in our small town by a lady who chose to love on me extravagantly did. I guess another thing ... Read More about Grateful
Gifts
So when I said there aren’t a lot of “fancy gift options” in our small town… I guess I was wrong because a new German friend (who has served in Kenya, Malawi and Tanzania all her life) decided to ... Read More about Gifts