A New Year is upon us, and we want to begin by first expressing our heartfelt thanks to all of you. Your support and generosity truly encourages us, and we’re honored that you trust us to serve people you may never meet but whose lives are significantly impacted by your kindness. In a world whereContinue reading “A New Year”
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Okello Andrew Ronnie: Biography
Working this last year with Okello has been a huge highlight of working overseas these last two years. Now I want to introduce him to you (in his own words), the longest serving member of the SMI team, Okello Andrew Ronnie. Here Is Andrew’s Story My name is Okello Andrew Ronnie. I am currently theContinue reading “Okello Andrew Ronnie: Biography”
There Are Still Hard Places
It’s hard to believe that in the twenty-first century, an age of Mars bound rocket ships, GPS satellites, and electric cars that there are still “hard places”. There are stories that refuse to be silenced, lives lived on the knife-edge of uncertainty, where each day is an act of courage in defiance of a worldContinue reading “There Are Still Hard Places”
The Stubborn Old Goat
A short parable from an unknown author. Once upon a time, there was an old, stupid, stubborn goat. Even the farmer who owned it didn’t like him. This man owned a large farm, and one day, away in the distance, he heard the loud, panicked, “maaa, maaa, maaa” of the goat. He wondered what theContinue reading “The Stubborn Old Goat”
Building A Sustainable Model
Mary and I are beginning our next chapter in Uganda with Sustainable Missions Inc. (SMI). (See Our New Website) http://www.sustainablemissionsinc.org Relying on lessons learned over the past two years, full-time overseas, we navigate both familiar and new opportunities. Each decision and partnership connects our history with our future, guiding us as we approach this missionContinue reading “Building A Sustainable Model”
A Journey of Growing with Sustainable Missions Inc.
A Renewal Our final night in Kiburara was filled with emotion and gratitude. As dusk settled over the village, a crowd of friends and neighbors gathered for one last evening together at Pastor Moses’s home, where the warmth of woodsmoke mingled with laughter and heartfelt conversation. After a week and a day packed with activity,Continue reading “A Journey of Growing with Sustainable Missions Inc.”
This Had Been A Paradigm Shift
Hello everyone!! Spring cherry blossoms have given way to the buzzing bees of summer. We had some special family time over spring break. Our hearts are full and refreshed! Good Questions We have just finished a two week visit with Steve, a friend from the States. He wanted to come to see what we’ve been doingContinue reading “This Had Been A Paradigm Shift”
Sustainable Ugandan Based Organization
Crazy as it seems, we are now about a third of the way into 2025. Maryland had bone chilling weather in March, so I am sure with spring’s arrival, there were smiles as your thoughts turned to Easter and planting your gardens. The east coast of the US typically enjoys a greater shift ofContinue reading “Sustainable Ugandan Based Organization”
The Heights of the Mountains Are His
In the timeless classic Great Expectations, Charles Dickens wrote, “It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold, when it is summer in the light and winter in the shade.” I imagine many of you have experienced days like this lately, because, let’s face it, that’s theContinue reading “The Heights of the Mountains Are His”
Roses Are Red
“Roses are red, violets are blue, sugar is sweet and so are you!” It’s a simple children’s Valentine rhyme, but one that many of us know by heart. February is the month to celebrate Valentine’s Day, and we’re no exception. This year we pressed into that idea of appreciating those we love here in UgandaContinue reading “Roses Are Red”
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