Thanks for following us around the world this spring! We were able to work with many incredible organizations and partners in Malaysia, Europe, and Uganda over these past few months. The Lord has been so faithful in allowing us to serve alongside like-minded people. As we settle back into New Orleans for the summer, we are excited to brainstorm about …
Mzungu, mzungu!
“I am wealthy because I have a place in heaven, not because of my clothes or house.” These are the words of a local pastor I visited while in Uganda a few weeks ago, and they speak to one of the problems Christians find in communicating the Gospel message there. “If poverty is all you’ve ever known in an extreme …
Meals and Ministry
No matter where the CARH staff travels, our most productive meetings and exciting conversations always seem to happen over a shared meal, and our time in Germany last week proved no different. Manakish, lasagna, apple strudel, brats and potato salad, cold sandwiches, cups and cups of coffee and hot tea – what we consumed was delicious, but how we connected …
It’s Not Always Picturesque
I’ve been in Italy for seven days, and in that week, I’ve spent most of my time with my jaw hanging slack as I snap picture after picture. At nearly every turn, there’s another postcard-perfect view. Frescos, sculptures, open air markets, interesting faces – my camera and I have loved each new city we’ve visited. Not every view has been …
Germany & Italy
A small team from Creating A Road Home will be in Germany and Italy over the next two weeks. Our team will spend several days in strategic cities across the two countries seeking likeminded people and organizations to partner with. Part of the mission of Creating A Road Home is to build new connections and relationships with long-term partners around …
A Family Story
The following is a guest post from one of the team members from our recent Malaysia trip. We walked into a vast shopping mall and saw them waiting in a corner all by themselves – mother, daughter, and infant grandson. Father was standing by the table as if protecting them. After we exchanged greetings, they warmed up instantly – someone …
Greece starts deportations to Turkey
Pray for refugees and migrants in Greece as today begins the first of deportations to Turkey. In a controversial EU plan to ease the crisis in Europe, 202 people arrived in Dikili. The majority of those sent from Lesbos and Chios had fled the nation of Pakistan. Many human rights groups are upset over the EU-Turkey deal and state that Turkey is unsafe …
Debriefing Malaysia
Over the past week, we have been debriefing and listening to stories from our Malaysia team. Our team had nearly 100 Gospel conversations – praise God for an incredible trip! We’re continuing to gather pictures and experiences and are excited to share even more about Malaysia with you all!
Open Letter to Global Leaders
As we continue to pray for all those affected by the refugee crisis around the world, check out this letter written by the International Rescue Committee concerning the upcoming meeting in Geneva held by the UNHCR to discuss global responsibility and pathways for admission of Syrian refugees. Open Letter to Global Leaders
Malaysia: A Brief Recap
Our Malaysia team landed back in the United States a couple of days ago. The participants are recovering from jet lag and working to process their experiences. One of our team members, Evan Anderson, shared this recap and some of his initial thoughts about the trip. Every time we begin training for a trip wherein we partner with a team or individual …