Just read for the first time a few news stories on the web reporting violence in Nairobi. Were any of you living in Los Angelos during the Rodney King riots? We lived in Little Rock 10 years ago when HBO reported gang violence in our city. I was hardly aware of the violence as it had little affect on our daily life. While we are very much aware of the violence in Kenya and in our city of Nairobi, let me assure you our family is safe and sound in Nairobi. Today we have plenty of essential supplies (food, water, power, cash and video of HOGS and WARRIORS football games). Lowell is with us till Jan 10. Close friends David and Hannah Watson are visiting from the states till Jan 16. While our travel is limited to a 5 mile radius we are grateful to live in a safe part of town. We are surrounded by a strong community of fellow missionaries who keep each other informed and cared for. And we gain understanding and insight into the lives of those we've come to serve.
Today most violence occurs on the opposite side of town in the slums of Kibera. An opposition rally has been rescheduled twice, now planned for Tuesday Jan. 8th. Delays cause us to hope for a peacefull settlement between presidential hopefuls Odinga and Kibake. Because they each represent the largest tribes in Kenya there is much unrest in this country.
Pray that they lead well. Pray for peace in Kenya.
Thursday, January 3, 2008
Update from Lewis on the current situation
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We are praying for you and for peace in Kenya! God is still on His throne and we pray that His protection, provision, and presence will be evident in Kenya during this time.
We love you guys!
I think I finally got this thing to work!
Hi Taylors! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! You are ALL in my prayers and thoughts these days! We're keeping up with you as best we can. Just know that your names are famous in His throne room...because He's hearing petitions for your joy, your safety, and your fierce boldness in the faith on a daily basis. (I know now to take Kleenex with me when I read your posts!)
You are dearly loved!
Susan Porter
We are so glad ya'll are safe and well. We continue to pray for you!! Love you! Shannon
We've been praying daily for your family, the orphans, and all the nation of Kenya while keeping abreast of the news. We are so thankful to learn that God is answering our prayers quickly! We miss you guys!!
Much love, David & Yuko, Sean & Jesse
Mel and Lew...
I wish I had a jet plane or lots of money...now would be one of the times that I would do a "random drive by" hug and i-love-you but Kenya is soooo far away.
I guess we will have to settle for a virtual drive by!
Love you guys and continue to lift you up.
I had a overwhelming sense to pray for you yesterday...it would have been 3am your time...all work ceased and I prayed and prayed.
You are so precious to my heart!
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