An Outing and A Life Jacket Adventure

The outing to Bushara Island with the House of Hope kids and a few friends who help us at the home was definitely a family memory maker. It was a great adventure. Many of the children had never worn life jackets so we had to have a little discussion on how you use them and not to be fearful of the water.


Isaac insisted that he sit between Prossy and me so we could protect him on the way over to the island. By the time we returned he was really loving it and had overcome his fear. Love does that when everyone is encouraging one another and all the older kids were telling him it would be OK and he trusted what they said.


Many thanks to those who made the adventure possible and also the purchase of the clothes we needed for the children. It was the first time the girls could go shopping and choose what they wanted and stay in a budget. I gave Prossy some money and an envelope and said this is what you have to spend…please bring receipts and stay in the budget and be a good negotiator. Also I said please don’t call me and ask for more money because you are not budgeting properly! They all laughed and did a great job buying skirts, shoes and even had enough left to get earrings.


The older boys received an envelope with money for trousers and were told to be good negotiators also. For many this was the first pair of new trousers they ever had and to be able to shop for them was so fun for these adolescent guys. I have to say they made good choices with nice fabric and quality construction. The night before church I found myself hemming John's pants so they wouldn't drag on the ground. We even had a lesson in tailoring. Praise God for his provision and the good stewardship of the children.

This thanksgiving I have had tears of joy to be a part of this precious spiritual family. I love each one of them so much and can’t wait to return in March.

Rock Fellowship On Solid Ground

In September the Rock scholarship students in Kampala began meeting for fellowship, prayer, Bible study and sharing life experiences. During our trip we were privileged to attend two of the sessions. Many thanks to Ben for fixing two delicious lunches and Lutaaya and Ben teaching about the "condition of the heart" and "who is Jesus." During both meetings the Socratic method of teaching was employed to encourage discussion and evaluation of the material covered. The discussions were stimulating and application oriented.

At the end of each meeting the guys gathered to pray and share prayer requests from the heart. Mark and I were so touched by the transparency of the students and the bond of true Christian friendship that is developing. These men are serious about their faith and it is evident they are focused on honoring God in all they do.