Babies and sour milk

26th October, 2009 - Posted by Camille Cotton - No Comments

This week wasn’t quite as adventurous or as scenic as last week, but it was nevertheless memorable. We had our hands full of babies (or at least Cheryl did) changing diapers, feeding them, bathing them, and allowing them the privilege of enjoying our company at 3AM are all part of a day’s (and night’s) work » Read More

Hippos, cros, and much more at Lake Baringo

20th October, 2009 - Posted by Camille Cotton - No Comments

Last week, we were at Lake Baringo in central Kenya where the weather was warm, the scenery was spectacular, the wildlife was extraordinary, and the internet reception was questionable. We left Eldoret Saturday morning after another busy week working at the Village, trying to get the school started, and helping out at the Open Arms » Read More

Kenyan worship, a herd of goats, and a street fight

12th October, 2009 - Posted by Camille Cotton - No Comments

Last Sunday, Matt was invited to preach at a church in Eldoret (Halleluya Church). The service started at about 10:30 and the church began to sing and dance and celebrate with the worship that is typical for most African churches. The length of the service was also typical of most African churches. After numerous worship » Read More

a few reflections on my return

9th October, 2009 - Posted by Helen Harrison - No Comments

I was fortunate enough to have a trip to Kenya at the end of September, and I just want to update you on progress out there as well as tell you a beautiful story of a life transformed. Things are really progressing well at the village now; there are 5 homes for children in various stages » Read More

Monkeys, digging wells, and roasted maize

5th October, 2009 - Posted by Camille Cotton - No Comments

This week was busier than some and slower than others. Slower because all the teams that were here last week have gone back home. While Levi and Matt were driving around Eldoret, a large grey monkey ran across the road, a rare sight for this part of Kenya. Birds are plentiful here in Eldoret (I » Read More