karibu

Karibu means welcome and it is one of the significant cultural values in Kenya. We have greatly appreciated the welcome we have received.

After a morning at the National Park, appreciating the wonder of Kenyan natural beauty, we spent the rest of the day with our friends and partners, Jane and Ken Wathome. They welcomed us into the home and their lives with great hospitality. God is deeply blessing this relationship. We lingered on their veranda, speaking of our lives and ministries. It was a great time of growing our partnership. We continue to be amazed by Jane, her faith and obedience, but mostly the amazing God who is inspiring and leading her work among the slum women infected and affected by HIV/AIDS. We are learning much.

Today we have had the privilege of attending church at Nairobi Chapel - under a tent in 80 degree weather - and then having an extended lunch with Pastor Oscar. Our learning has continued.

We trust and believe that in God's grace we have extended our own version of Karibu and that the blessing has been mutual.

Rich