I've now been home about a month and a half. Crazy to think that just 6 weeks ago I was in Spain! My sweet little village of Mijas, where the white-washed walls brightly reflect the morning sun. Where the morning hustle of a quiet village life starts a little late and goes on till the late hours of the night. Mijas is a place where I learned about my Father's heart for me. A place where I found peace and forgiveness. A place where I wrestled daily, yes, but in the midst of HIs loving embrace. A place where brokenness came life. And a place where I realized exactly who I am. Hannah Christ. A walking example of who Jesus is: Love. While Mijas is a place I called home for a time, so was Uganda.
4.5 months ago I was in Uganda, a place that changed my life forever. Uganda is a place that radiates the essence of who God is through an unspeakable amount of joy carried by it's people. Uganda boasts both it's natural beauty and the astounding beauty that comes from the lives who have witnessed and been through so much pain. Uganda is where I finally was able to see through the lens of Christ. I saw His people for who they were, not what they were. The South Sudanese refugees I walked and lived life alongside were not without a home, because their home was found in Christ and Christ alone. The orphans I laughed with and held day in and day out were not without a family, but a part of a greater more perfect family in God's kingdom than they could ever imagine. The people of Uganda and South Sudan are Christ people too. They walk in authority, power, love, and joy against all odds because they choose to never give up. They choose love daily. This country, these people are incredible. And I truly thank God every day that I had the chance to be with them for a few months and fall in love with the people He made them to be. From the moment I landed in Uganda, the Lord told me my time was not done there. I knew it. I knew I'd be back. I didn't know when or how at the time, but God did, of course. Something I am learning is that His timing is absolutely perfect. When I left Spain, I had committed to moving back to Uganda for 2 years to become the Learning Specialist at The Amazima School. I was set to leave in September, just 4.5 weeks from now. As of just a few days ago, plans changed. My 2 year commitment will now begin in 5 months, so I will be leaving in January 2019! Many people have asked me if I am bummed or upset about the change. The answer is no because the Lord has given me a lot of peace about it. My main purpose in going to Amazima is to love. To love the people of Uganda and the students and staff at Amazima. If loving them best looks like starting in January, then I am 100% down. So, while I thought leaving in 5 weeks was the plan, He had different thoughts and He has shown me time and time again that His plans are ALWAYS better. I am thankful for these 5 months I have to spend at home because it will be the first Christmas I'll have spent with my family since 2015! So blessings all around. To my supporters: This does not change anything. It will not affect anyone who is supporting me financially. The money will stay in my account until I leave in January. If you have any questions about this switch, please don't hesitate to ask! If you would like to support me go to: https://rceinternational.webconnex.com/53928 Much love! Hannah
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Karen Jim Pfeiffer
8/11/2018 06:12:43 am
Hannah, we are so excited to see all God has for you too. On top of that, as a mom, I inkow what good it will do a momma and daddy's heart to have you home a bit longer.
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Robin Klock
8/12/2018 03:56:54 pm
It’s God’s timing, not ours. Hope everyone is well.
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