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There is an African proverb which says, “If you want to walk fast, walk alone. If you want to walk far, walk together.” Countless experiences in Kenya have taught me the wisdom and truth that lies hidden within these words. Even though I like to walk fast and to get … read more

After 41 hours of travel, I arrived safely back to Kenya on Saturday night. I am still working through the jet-lag; but last night, while I was wide awake at three in the morning, I was overwhelmed with a sense of gratitude and joy to be here again for this … read more

We need to find God and he cannot be found in noise and restlessness.
God is a friend of silence. See how nature—trees, flowers, grass— grow in silence. See the stars, the moon, the sun, how they move in silence.
Is not our mission to give God to the poor? Not a … read more

“Let it be to me according to your word.” I have been pondering these expressions made by a humble teenage girl. She accepted what was being asked of her while she was still confused and afraid. What would people say? What would people think? Unconvinced that she was the best … read more

One Friday morning, like so many others days that I have spent treating patients in the HIV clinic, young men and women and children filled the corridors, waiting patiently to be seen and treated.  Although critically ill, most had walked for miles or were carried on the back of bicycles … read more