Here are some more thoughts (a follow up from previous post) on rereading Scripture from a contextually sensitive interpretation: ________________________________ The practice of hermeneutics is one that needs to be carefully treaded upon, but one that must be consulted if we are to read the Bible for the sake of our children as Nolan Fewell … Continue reading Rereading Scripture – mutual ground for multi-generational-sensitive Bible reading
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Just ran across this great quote in an old book. "Unexpected News: Reading the Bible with Third World Eyes" by Robert McAfee Brown. I'll let you guess what it says about my politics, but doubtless we will disagree on the power found in God's Word. Give it a try! It might just change your life … Continue reading de bible
ESEPA and Lifebranch International
It has been insanely busy around here lately, but wanted to share all the good things we have been experiencing. We are hosting a couple who are the founders of Lifebranch ministries. We invited Wil and Jacquie Chevalier last year to host some seminars here at ESEPA. They have been focusing this weekend on working … Continue reading ESEPA and Lifebranch International
A Costa Rica Sunset @ Playa Hermosa
Just another beautiful Costa Rican sunset at the beach (not to mention great surf) Met up with my brother this past weekend to share some waves in the warm pacific. Wish I had a picture of the iguana that bit my finger while trying to feed it some papaya. Last time I will do that! … Continue reading A Costa Rica Sunset @ Playa Hermosa
Child Abuse Prevention Campaign Targets Venezuela
I returned last Wednesday from an amazing week in Venezuela. I and others were invited to help launch the child abuse prevention campaign called "Buen Trato." It was a fascinating week of teaching, listening and building friendships. The Youth For Christ team from Uruguay called "Claves" did an amazing job in leading us all through … Continue reading Child Abuse Prevention Campaign Targets Venezuela
Reflections from the Community
I just returned from Venezuela and will write more about my trip in a couple of days, but wanted to share this reflection. It was one of those therapuetic experiences that God is good enough to give us once in a while. As many of you are aware, this is the organization where our family … Continue reading Reflections from the Community
Bolivia case study report
Just a quick post to say that my Bolivia case study report focusing on empowering children has been posted on 180 degrees - Global Alliance with Street Children's website: http://www.180degreesalliance.org (click on "new 180 degree report" top right hand corner)
Semana Santa Break
Here are a few photos from our Semana Santa (Holy Week) break. We finally got the chance to visit some cool places like a local volcano (we actually live on the foothills of this volcano), the beach, etc. It was a great break for our family. Now back to life this week.
Compassion International-Sponsor a Child this Easter
Why not consider sponsoring a child with Compassion International? Our family just did. It's a great way to give during Easter and all year long. Compassion is a great organization that really cares for children. It's a great way to get the whole family involved in caring for children caught up in poverty. Click on … Continue reading Compassion International-Sponsor a Child this Easter
A Walk in the Barrio
Just walked outside with Tyler for a walk in the neighborhood and came up with this. This is the first time we have seen this bird in our neck of the woods. These are Firey-billed Aracari who are normally found in the Caribbean lowlands. It appeared to be two adults (mom and dad?) and a … Continue reading A Walk in the Barrio
Development and Justice 