I’ve been home several weeks from our journey, and have caught up on my sleep and some of the things that I fell behind on while gone, but I have to be honest that my heart is still in Africa a lot of the time. My thoughts and prayers with many of those that I met (I know I planned to post their stories and just didn’t have the words to do justice.)

I was moved to tears several times this week (I know that doesn’t surprise most of you), while sharing with my small group, and with a couple good friends and while putting this recap together. There is so much that we as Christians should be doing to help those in need and to share the love of Christ at home and abroad, and I pray that God would continue to guide me in doing my part personally and in being an advocate for those that need so much, physically, emotionally and spiritually. I will hopefully get around to sharing some other thoughts and encouragement along these lines with you soon.

I hope you catch a glimpse of the true, authentic love, joy, peace and contentment that I saw on this trip. Pictures don’t do justice, but I’d love to share the stories with you.

Email me at mark@worldorphans.org if you or your church would like more information on partnership opportunities or short-term trips with World Orphans.

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