Another Journey Draws to a Close

Jambo from Kenya, on our last day here in Kipkaren!! Yesterday began with another great children’s event. Denise planned a fun morning with tons of activities, songs, crafts and even a hand painted flag that they were able to keep at the school to remember our visit.

We spent the rest of the afternoon catching up with friends that we have made here. It’s amazing how many people become such a large part of your life here in such a short period of time. A few of us were able to join Pastor Hellen and Cosmos for Chai in the afternoon. Hearing all the stories here still continues to bless our lives and amaze us with how powerful God is!! We were also welcomed into the home of David and Allison Tarus for dinner. They have had a huge impact here in Kipkaren and it was very nice to hear their story, all that they have accomplished, and all the things that they have in their vision for this area.

Today we started out the day with a very lively service at Chebaiywa UPEC Church. It was a full house with lots of singing, including a song from the Salem Team (which they graciously clapped for). Our leader Tim, aka Bill Hayman as he has become known as here, gave a wonderful sermon giving his testimony about his walk with the Lord. We’re all looking forward to his sermon series when he gets back to the states, entitled, “What is a nose without a finger?”

After the church service we headed off on a short walk to the Living Room. It’s a hospice facility that specializes in HIV patients and others who are in need of special attention in their last days. It is a truly amazing place that has seen many of God’s miracles and continues to spread the Word and help so many people in this area.



Tonight we said goodbye to our new family here at E.L.I. They shared their deep gratitude for how God used us in so many areas here at the training center. We too shared some highlights of our time here and will miss so many of these friends when we go back home. But like Pastor Peter said, we didn’t say our goodbyes, only that we will see each other again someday!



We have an early morning tomorrow and our van is already here ready to go! Peter our driver, has guaranteed us that we are going to see the big 5 animals of Kenya, so we’re hoping that works out at our stop in Nakuru for a short safari. Please keep us all in your prayers as we head out on our journey home tomorrow! PS…The zebra is in the car and it’s heading for the barn!!!