Yes, there are a lot of tears shed on a Compassion Blogging trip but, as sick as it may sound to those who haven’t been there, we do laugh a lot too. There’s tremendous joy in being with children. Extraordinary freedom to be a goof when no one knows your… Read More
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When God Comes By
Ann brushed a swath of dark brown hair from her face, turned to me with furrowed brows and pink eyes and whispered, “How do I do this?” Twenty-four hours later I walked behind Amanda as we snaked quickly through a labyrinth of concrete, cardboard and corrugated metal with armed guards… Read More
Pastor Manuel’s Three Point Sermon To American Pastors
In a sanctuary turned classroom and gymnasium, over a bowl of chicken and rice, I leaned across the table and shouted over the music of children playing. “A poll a few years back found that 80% of American pastors have never spoken on the subject of poverty. With their help,”… Read More
Two Enemies Of Children
My job on these blog trips is leader guy. I’m not here to blog, so I let the real bloggers write all the good stories. Except one. At every child development center we visit I make a point to spend time with the pastor and ask one question: What can… Read More
This Wall Says It Well
Between the walls of a small cinderblock church we played, laughed, learned, colored, and prayed with a mob of children. Together we memorized ancient words and sang to our very present God. View Post
Long Distance & Slow Violence
Poverty and wealth are next door neighbors here in Guatemala City. And I’m not proud of this, but it makes me angry. View Post