Tag Archives: Africa

Are Short-Term Mission Trips on the Out?

Are Short-Term Mission Trips on the Out?

Posted on 26. May, 2009 by Michele.

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Are short-term mission trips on the out? I don’t know, but I’ve heard some buzz lately implying they’re at least on trial.
One group defends short-term mission trips as a vehicle for fulfilling the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20). It provides opportunity for the average person to connect with a bigger world-view, to experience the reality of [...]

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An Atheistic Take on Africa’s Greatest Need

An Atheistic Take on Africa’s Greatest Need

Posted on 06. Jan, 2009 by Michele.

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On December 27, 2009, via a post at TimesOnline.com, a professed Atheist made a shocking profession: “I truly believe Africa needs God.” His claim caught my attention, to say the least. And his comments haven’t released me since. Check out the entire article here.
I found the read both intriguing and refreshing. I admire anyone able [...]

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Gregg Bettis: When You Need Help, Don’t Hesitate. Call 9-1-1!

Gregg Bettis: When You Need Help, Don’t Hesitate. Call 9-1-1!

Posted on 19. Dec, 2008 by Michele.

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This post comes courtesy of my friend, Gregg Bettis. As President of Kids Across America Kamps, he holds a front row seat to dramatic transformation stories. Seldom have I met anyone with as much enthusiasm and tireless energy in relentlessly pursuing their call. Gregg would tell you it’s his privilege. This time, the story just [...]

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Too Close To Home

Posted on 17. Aug, 2008 by Michele.

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Check out this Associated Press article, posted online at 9news.com and which originally appeared in Denver’s Rocky Mountain News on Sunday, August 10, 2008. Chronicling the lives of children roped into child labor to mine for gold (some not more than four years old), this article exposes an injustice for which we all need [...]

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Hairy Cheese

Posted on 23. Jul, 2008 by Michele.

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After eating oatmeal and “mealie pap” (a delicious corn-based cereal similar to Cream-o-Wheat) for several days in Africa, my stomach nearly shouted with delight when (could it be TRUE???) bagels and cream cheese were served one morning. We ate like spoiled royalty every day, and these bread treasures were just one more unexpected gift.
After shoving [...]

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