Dashain is one of the most prominent Hindu festivals celebrated in Nepal. During the festival, quite literally everything is closed & vacant: grocery stores, restaurants, the women’s center … Read more about Reduce Me to Love: Finding Rest in Pokhara, Nepal
Restoration in the Dance Bars
For the first two weeks in Nepal, we stayed in Kathmandu for debriefing and training. The whole squad was back together again, joined by our squad mentor and coaches from the States, to process our … Read more about Restoration in the Dance Bars
Kathmandu: Photos & Stories from a Week in the Life
In Kathmandu, Nepal, we have been blessed with the opportunity to partner with The Agape Mission International. AGAPE MISSIONS Brian, the founder, dubbed this ministry “Agape” from a … Read more about Kathmandu: Photos & Stories from a Week in the Life
The 13th Disciple: Photos from Tibet
Our time in Tibet was limited. Due to the heavy restrictions throughout the region, we were only able to travel in specific areas with a tour guide. We packed up and moved almost every night for a … Read more about The 13th Disciple: Photos from Tibet
Xi’an, China: a Day in the Life
August: an open month China is a closed country, meaning there are extensive religious regulations. For example, churches must be registered with the government (and thus controlled) and any lack of … Read more about Xi’an, China: a Day in the Life
Drop the Weight
Packing for eleven months was daunting; deliberating again and again what I deemed as essential, a luxury, or something I could pick up along the way. Essentials include a couple outfits, a rain … Read more about Drop the Weight
Shanghai Through My Eyes
Oh, Shanghai. It's nice to finally meet you. We've been interceding and holding your people in our hearts for months. Thank you for letting us love you & for loving us right back. I share … Read more about Shanghai Through My Eyes
First Stop: My Hometown (photos from World Race America)
From the inception of my World Race journey, I was convicted of going abroad to do work that is needed here in the States. Sure, the political tensions have crafted a divine time to want to flee, but … Read more about First Stop: My Hometown (photos from World Race America)
Cancer Sucks (and other things Kate taught me)
Our family lost our sweet Aunt Kate* last month to a long battle with cancer. It was Tanti Kate that told me to “find the intersection of my greatest passion and the world’s greatest … Read more about Cancer Sucks (and other things Kate taught me)
