Posts Tagged ‘South Africa’

Standing on One’s Own Two Feet

Post a Comment » Written on June 26th, 2013     
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Zimele Photo 1God is doing amazing things through the work of our partner organization, Zimele. “Zimele” is a Zulu word that means, “to stand on one’s own two feet.”  Currently in South Africa, Zimele is working to empower impoverished women in the …

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Stewardship: Whose World Is It?

Post a Comment » Written on June 12th, 2013     
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The hymn, “This is My Father’s World,” speaks of the beauty of creation and the wisdom of the Creator. Not only does this hymn remind us of God’s constant and gracious care, but its words point to simple truths about …

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Mrs. Gwala’s Story

Post a Comment » Written on March 6th, 2013     
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Mrs. Octavie Gwala is 55 years old. She tells of a very challenging upbringing, because her family did not have the means to send her to school. So she quickly stopped dreaming of a better future – and of becoming …

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Best Photos of 2012

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Hearing their stories

Post a Comment » Written on December 6th, 2012     
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Stories are the creative conversion of life itself into a more powerful, clearer, more meaningful experience. They are the currency of human contact. — Robert McKee

We all have a story to tell.  Our experiences have shaped who we are …

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