Meeting Our Sponsored Child
More than a decade ago, I nervously walked across the parking lot to attend my first short-term trip meeting. It felt strange to be doing it alone. Now, I’ve been to Kenya 9 times with Kensington, and have led 7 trips. My first trip was in 2012, and it was mind-blowing to see Elijah and […]
Why I Can’t Sponsor A Child
Why can’t I commit to sponsoring a child in Kensington’s NoChild Sponsorship Program? I’ll let you hear my internal back-and-forth:
The Kind Of Medication You Can’t Write A Script For
This image has haunted me since our return from a remote village in a forgotten region of Kenya. They say a picture is worth a thousand words, and this picture makes that especially true.
Invited Into God’s Extravagant Love
“Mostly what God does is love you. Keep company with Him and learn a life of love. Observe how Christ loved us. His love was not cautious, but extravagant. He didn’t love in order to get something from us but to give everything of himself to us. Love like that.” Ephesians 5:1-2 MSG
To Haiti and Home Again
Let’s Go to Haiti! Mother: Jenifer Hodge Daughter: Lindsey Hodge When my daughter Lindsey asked me if I wanted to go on a mission trip with her this summer, I think I shocked her when I said yes. It turned out to be one of the hardest weeks of my life, but also the most […]
A Hope Water Project Journey
Q&A with a marathon runner Why did you decide to get involved in Hope Water Project? My heart has always been heavy for those who have no access to clean water. When I heard that Kensington had an organization that helps with the water crisis I immediately was interested. I didn’t know much about Hope […]
The day Jesus met me at the well
This is my story of the day Jesus met me at the well on a short-term trip to Kenya. Upon arriving in Kodich, Kenya, we were greeted by native Becky, who was our leader and primary advocate against FGM for the women of the Pokot Tribe, and by Pastor Simon, the full-time pastor leading the […]