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How can they believe in him if they’ve never heard? And how can they hear unless someone tells them? There are over 70 million deaf people around the world.

Sadly, only 2% of them know about Jesus and the salvation He offers. In 2012, God opened my eyes to this painful reality via a young deaf girl in the village of Iganga. Her name was Muteesa and on a hot and sunny afternoon in July, God gave me a glimpse into her short, yet painful life. Immediately, my heart felt burdened for the Deaf people of Uganda and before I knew it, He had birthed a new pas

sion within my soul. Throughout the world, deafness is seen as a handicap. Even worse, many deaf children in Uganda are thought to be a curse on their family and are often neglected and/or abused. The lies of the enemy need to be exposed and the Deaf community of Uganda needs to begin seeing themselves through the eyes of God--perfectly created in His image for a purpose. My prayer is that Deaf people around the world will begin to find their identity in the saving grace of Jesus. May they stand in unity as they experience His faithfulness and draw others into His love and mercy by proclaiming His goodness.

28/08/2026

If you ask our kids what they miss most about Uganda, “friends” will always make the list.
They often reminisce about the fun they had with Halid, Faziri, Joel, and so many others—the laughter, the adventures, the everyday moments that became treasured memories.
Thankfully, God has also blessed us with new friendships here in the States. And before everyone heads back to school and life gets busy with schedules and activities, we were able to squeeze in an impromptu meet-up at a local park.
For two hours, the kids ran, played, laughed, and made new memories.
There’s no way new friendships can replace the old ones—and they aren’t meant to. The friendships our kids made in Uganda will always hold a special place in their hearts.
But as a mom, it’s incredibly refreshing to see my kids building quality friendships on both sides of the world.
Whether we’re home in Uganda or here in the USA, they have people they love, people who know them, and relationships that make both places feel a little more like home.

What a blessing to watch God weave these friendships into their story.

26/08/2026

At the end of each term, students in boarding schools across Uganda receive their hand-written report cards before heading home for a well-earned break.
Here’s a little peek at one of our students’ reports! Rhina is doing well in class, learning Ugandan Sign Language, and she is beginning to read words and sentences in English!
We are so thankful for her progress and the opportunities she has to learn and grow.
Please keep Rhina, and each of our students, in your prayers. We are praying for a healthy, restful month at home before they return for Term Three and the final stretch of the Ugandan school year.
Thank you for praying for and supporting these students as they work toward a brighter future!

25/08/2026

Our first field trip of the school year is in the books!

We visited a dairy farm and got to meet lots of furry—and feathery—friends along the way. It was such a fun, hands-on way to kick off our year of learning!
We’ll be continuing our studies on the processes of a dairy farm… despite the fact that our girl is dairy-free here in the U.S.
Perhaps our studies will even help us understand why she can drink milk in Uganda without a problem, but American milk causes too much tummy discomfort and digestive issues… ?

Homeschooling is full of questions, curiosity, and learning that happens far beyond the pages of a textbook—and we’re here for it!

What are some other MUST-DO field trips we should add to our school year? We’d love your ideas!

24/08/2026

I miss our students so deeply, so video messages are some of my favorite things. This is our sweet boy, Collines, who says Thank you for supporting my education. God bless you!
I can’t get over that smile! Melts my heart.

22/08/2026

Our students have officially completed their second-term exams!

They’ve earned a few weeks away from the books, and they’re all heading home for a time of rest and family.
Of course, “rest” may look a little different at their homes! Many of our students will likely spend their break helping care for their families—caring for younger siblings, cooking, cleaning, doing laundry, tending to the home, and caring for farm animals.
We’re thankful for the opportunity they have to return home, reconnect with their families, and enjoy a break before the final term begins.
Please join us in praying for health, safety, and a refreshing break for each of our students. We look forward to welcoming them back for their final term in mid-September!
Thank you for continuing to pray for and support these students as they work toward a brighter future.

21/08/2026

This past week, while the kids and I were shopping, we found this!
In Uganda, we knew it as ekikajo (ā-chē-KǍ-jō). In English, it’s called sugar cane.
When the kids spotted it on the store shelf, they immediately recognized it and began pleading to buy some.
“We HAVE to give it to Dad!” they insisted.
I was pretty sure it wouldn’t taste as good as the sugar cane we had in Uganda, but I figured it might at least be similar. Nostalgic, perhaps? 😊
So, we grabbed a couple of stalks and headed home.
When Dad got home from work, the kids couldn’t wait to share their find with him. Together, they began gnawing on the cane, just like old times!
My assumption was correct—it wasn’t nearly as fresh or sweet as the Ugandan variety, but it still made for a fun and memorable afternoon.
And now, are you wondering about the price difference?
In Uganda, we could buy a stalk for about 200–300 shillings, which is the equivalent of less than $0.10.
Here in the U.S., that same little taste of nostalgia set us back $1.50—or about 5,000 Ugandan shillings! 😳
Eric insisted that I was crazy for spending $1.50 on subpar sugarcane, but some things are worth a little extra when they bring back a taste of home.

What are your thoughts? Would YOU have bought it?

20/08/2026

Praise God!

Benitah has been chosen for a government-sponsored vocational training program! We are so grateful for this opportunity and for each of you who prayed and asked God to open this door for her.
The program is six months long and runs 7am-4pm, Monday through Saturday.

The current challenge is transportation to and from the training center each day.
To ensure Benitah can attend consistently, we are looking for a temporary sponsor(s) to help cover her transportation costs for the six-month program.

• One short-term sponsor for $40/month for six months
or
•Two short-term sponsors, each at $20/month for six months

Your support will help Benitah gain valuable skills and establish a sustainable source of income so she can provide for her family.

All donations are tax-deductible.

If you would like to help support Benitah’s education and invest in her future, please message me. Thank you for partnering with us in helping make this opportunity possible

19/08/2026

Monday was our first day of school!

It feels a little silly to say that as a homeschool mom because, honestly, we don’t really take summers off. But after walking through some recent health challenges, our pace slowed down quite a bit. We’re so grateful to be back at it full force!
We’re working on finding our rhythm again, but I have no doubt that God is going to use this season for His glory.
Already today, we had such a beautiful conversation about how God’s Word is a lamp to our feet—what that means, why it matters, and how we can allow His Word to guide us each day.
My heart is excited to watch my little one thrive again. Here’s to a new school year, a fresh rhythm, and trusting God with every step along the way! ✨

18/08/2026

RALEIGH, WE’RE COMING YOUR WAY!

Attention friends in Raleigh and the surrounding areas—we’re headed your way September 13–14, and we would LOVE to see you!

Whether you’re looking to connect personally or gather with your small group, we’d love the opportunity to meet, share, and connect.

Message us if you or your small group would be interested in meeting up!

17/08/2026

This is my favorite photo from Deaf Church this week.
David and Irene were leading worship, and I love this picture because it captures what worship is all about—pointing our hearts and our eyes toward God.

As we step into a new week, it is my prayer that God would be glorified through our words, our actions, and the way we live—and that His light would shine brightly through us wherever we go. ✨

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