October 23, 2008

A Journal From Africa

A friend of mine who works with an amazing orphan ministry recently took a trip to Uganda. Here is a link to his daily journal. It will blow you away.


Oct 23, 2008 10:15:28 AM

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Lead Pastor, new life DOWNTOWN, New Life Church, Colorado Springs, CO. Author and songwriter.

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