As I prepared to speak, I was reminded of just how much was accomplished during that time. The work, the connections, the divine appointments. All of it felt like a story so perfectly crafted it could’ve been a film. Looking back, I now see how intricately God wove together each moment. Even the small, quirky ways He chose to reveal Himself to me, now hilarious in hindsight, carried so much meaning.

As I pieced together the timeline of events, it became clear: the journey itself was the message. The unfolding of each moment told a story of faith, purpose, and God’s unmistakable presence. I didn’t expect to do so much. The stories, the laughs, the tears, and the songs sung let me know that Kenya is where I am supposed to be. I am supposed to impact a continent in various ways. Things that had not crossed my mind to do are happening now. By God’s grace, I am making a change in the lives of others because God wants to see that change. I am just a vessel He chose to do it through.

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I am happy to announce that I have completed my first solo mission to Kenya! The 2.5-month journey took place from June 2018 to August 2018, and it propelled me to believe and trust in God far beyond what I had ever experienced. I have plenty of stories and videos to share. You will find so much to read and watch on this website.

I pray that my journey in Kenya was more than just an inspiration to you all. I pray that it has encouraged you to know that God can use you right where you are and with what you have. What seems small and weak in the eyes of others is mighty in strength and faith to God. When things seem uncertain, that’s when God shows the way. I still believe I’m on a journey of discovering who God is now that I’m back. I also believe that my personal life is changing. Going to Kenya and not knowing anyone was pretty brave to do. But I believe God wanted me to go. I experienced up close how God wanted me to help Happy Life Children’s Home. I didn’t understand the depths of what I needed to do until I got there. And to be honest, you won’t know until you are positioned in the place where it is needed. Imagine….. Waking up every day, depending on God on what He wants you to do, and you move your life in what He shows you. Now, imagine doing that in your own country daily.

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My mission here in Kenya is not yet complete. God still has more for me to do before I leave. For now, I wait for His next instruction.

Financial Goals and Support

Many of you know that I never reached my financial goal for this mission. Over the years, I’ve learned to work with what I have until more or better comes. Even with limited resources, I remain committed to this mission and to the children who need music in their lives.

Unexpected personal financial challenges arose while I have been here. I’ve learned to live through them, but both this mission and I now need your final support. Yes, I am asking for help. If you once thought to give but couldn’t or forgot, please consider supporting this last stretch to complete what is needed.

Teaching Music With Minimal Equipment

A remarkable part of this mission is teaching music without keyboards. Students learned fundamentals and songs using only minimal equipment. In truth, I’ve been working with less than 30% of what I originally projected.

There were moments when I questioned what I was doing. Still, I continued to push and ask God for guidance. Often, help came when someone stepped in to do a task I could not manage. In those moments, I could clearly see how God was orchestrating everything. This mission has been a walk of faith like never before.

Building a Lasting Foundation

At first, I didn’t know why God sent me here. Yet I obeyed and let go of much for a greater purpose. My aim is not only to leave the basics of what I taught, but also to provide a way for them to build upon this foundation.

I’ve learned that missions must give people a roadmap to build on what has been provided. Without it, missionary work can be in vain. True service is not just about helping for a moment. It empowers others to cultivate, develop, and execute with excellence. That is how you leave a legacy and help generations to come.

If you have followed my journey, you have seen the videos and photos that show what has been done. I’m still in Kenya and will finish strong!

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At first, I thought it was interesting and funny, but I didn’t understand the seriousness of that statement until I posted about this market interaction on Facebook. I was given words of caution to avoid impending dangers with being an American speaking English in another country. I recall being given a brief history lesson about British colonialism and the Mau Mau Rebellion in Kenya. Later, I started to connect the dots with my own research after my mission’s journey. At the moment of being in the city and experiencing the rich culture of Kenya, I appreciated the inquiry Kenyans had with seeing a Black American for the first time. As I reflect more on my time while being on African soil, I am starting to embrace the God’s vision for my life with every new experience I encounter.

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Preparing For Performance

By the end of July, I had already been in Kenya for almost 6 weeks, and I wanted the children to sing as a choir before those selected for Nationals would travel to Nyeri for competition. A few days prior to the performance, I needed to have someone lead the song. I was able to get Alex and Terry from Overcoming Church – Juja Farm to help get it together. We rehearsed and familiarized ourselves with all of the transitions in the song, using the instrumental version. I was able to do just ONE official practice the Saturday before Sunday service with the children and lead. Let me tell you, they did really well during practice. We didn’t have the little ones (ages 3-4) sing because of the quick turnaround to perform (plus, their English and my Swahili were not that strong). I know that they know a little bit of the song, but for myself to direct them in English would have been a challenge.

I found out after their performance that this was their first time singing as a full choir. I bless God for being obedient to what He told me to do.

Here is the song in its fullness. Please don’t mind me twirling in the video. I had seen myself in a vision leading this song with the children, and I was really getting into it. I just had to do what I saw. LOL

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