Final day of visits



  It’s finally here! The last day of visits to our widows and their families. 

It seems like we have just arrived in Kenya, however, at the same time it also seems that what we do in a morning seems like an age ago in the evening. We don’t know that we will ever understand the full impact of the culture here, and of certain traditions which are still adhered to, but we do know that many of our widows are trusting in God, are joyful, and have a ready smile.

Most of our older widows are not able to read. They were given a Galcom audio Bible in the tribal dhuluo language so that they are able to listen to God’s word. Do we realize how blessed we are? Brought up in Bible believing families, brought up in God’s word!

Tomorrow we will head to Kisumu. Jolande will visit a sponsor child there, while the rest of us visit a family in the Nyalenda slum, then off to Nairobi!



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  1. Janet LesFebruary 26, 2022 at 8:59 AM

    Praying you will be blessed and a blessing these last days that you are in Kenya.

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  2. UnknownFebruary 26, 2022 at 1:58 PM

    It has been great following along your journey! Enjoy the last couple of days and praying safe travels and clearance for all of you as come home :-) -Sue-

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  3. UnknownFebruary 26, 2022 at 1:59 PM

    Will you be driving in the van back to Nairobi? -Sue-

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    1. MaryFebruary 26, 2022 at 8:22 PM

      We flew back and are now at Shalom and going to church with Everlyn.

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  4. cdussen1February 28, 2022 at 3:17 PM

    Interesting time you had! Enjoyed following your trip! Thanks for all you've done!!! 🤗🙏

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