As I write this note, its Thursday evening, prior to a very early departure tomorrow morning at 5:45am. We're headed to Kijabe, Kenya a 10-12 hour journey from Jinja. The Lord has certainly blessed baby Solomon and his parents in locating a Dr at a missionary hospital in Kijabe. One that has the experience with his condition. We travel knowing his journey is not certain, nor predictable. But what we do know is that he needs surgery to sustain life. The surgical procedure we anticipate having in Kijabe will be only the first of many. We also know we serve a very loving Lord who has shown Himself in so many ways, in just baby Solomon's short 4 week life.
So off we go....father, mother, 'auntie', one of our staff and myself. Loaded with some home made goodies from Bonnie, lots of water, supplies, money (yes this is a cash society where many things are short-circuited with a little 'cash'...especially at the Kenyan border as I'm told), pillows for the very bumpy ride, warm clothes for the 7000 ft elevation and lots of faith the vehicle will make it without ANY breakdowns.
One short story that I must share. When our staff arrived for work this morning, there was an immediate recommendation to go as a group to baby Solomon's home and pray with him and his family. So we overloaded our vehicle with all 9 of us and drove the few miles to their home. As we gathered around the living room, with mom and baby solomon the center of our attention, we opened in song and then prayer. I truly wish it could have been recorded and included here. The Holy Spirit was alive, the moment was one to cherish with sweet music, loving and caring prayers and tender words of love and encouragement. What a blessing it was to just be there and experience the love of our staff for one of their own and little baby Solomon. Only the Lord knows the journey He has in store for baby Solomon....but along the way He is comforting and showing His love in ways only He can do! Awesome.
Thank you for your prayers and overwhelming support we've seen over the past week. I'm not bashful to ask for your financial support. The medical costs are going to be expensive....not like it would be in the USA, but not inconsequental either. If its on your heart to contribute, go to http://www.childrenofgrace.com/ , see the article "Urgent Pediatric Medical Situation - Please help!" click on donate now button. Just write in comment field "baby Solomon". We'll take care of the rest.
Here's a pic of baby Solomon taken a few days ago when he and Mom were still at the Kampala general hospital.
Off to Kenya for the next phase of this adventure.....and I've been here a day short of 4 weeks!
So off we go....father, mother, 'auntie', one of our staff and myself. Loaded with some home made goodies from Bonnie, lots of water, supplies, money (yes this is a cash society where many things are short-circuited with a little 'cash'...especially at the Kenyan border as I'm told), pillows for the very bumpy ride, warm clothes for the 7000 ft elevation and lots of faith the vehicle will make it without ANY breakdowns.
One short story that I must share. When our staff arrived for work this morning, there was an immediate recommendation to go as a group to baby Solomon's home and pray with him and his family. So we overloaded our vehicle with all 9 of us and drove the few miles to their home. As we gathered around the living room, with mom and baby solomon the center of our attention, we opened in song and then prayer. I truly wish it could have been recorded and included here. The Holy Spirit was alive, the moment was one to cherish with sweet music, loving and caring prayers and tender words of love and encouragement. What a blessing it was to just be there and experience the love of our staff for one of their own and little baby Solomon. Only the Lord knows the journey He has in store for baby Solomon....but along the way He is comforting and showing His love in ways only He can do! Awesome.
Thank you for your prayers and overwhelming support we've seen over the past week. I'm not bashful to ask for your financial support. The medical costs are going to be expensive....not like it would be in the USA, but not inconsequental either. If its on your heart to contribute, go to http://www.childrenofgrace.com/ , see the article "Urgent Pediatric Medical Situation - Please help!" click on donate now button. Just write in comment field "baby Solomon". We'll take care of the rest.
Here's a pic of baby Solomon taken a few days ago when he and Mom were still at the Kampala general hospital.
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