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Searching For Self-Worth

What follows is a devotional Dr. Lois Semenye developed recently for a group of vulnerable women in East Africa. It was deeply meaningful to them, and we wanted to share it with others who might be working with vulnerable populations.

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A Fresh Start with a Positive Impact

"Pastor Pauline Njau’s journey of pain and resilience led her to create The Fresh Start Experience (TFSE), a support group empowering over 100 single mothers with faith, business skills, and personal restoration. From emotional trauma to life transformation, Pauline’s ministry reflects God’s love in action, inspiring stories of renewed hope like Carine Atieno’s, whose life was transformed through TFSE. What do we hold in our hands that God can use for His purpose?"

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When Our Sister Suffer

In her blog post "When Our Sister Suffer," Rev. Dr. Esther Liu reflects on the pervasive issue of violence against women in India, highlighting a tragic incident involving a trainee doctor in Kolkata. Drawing from her personal experiences during a recent visit to India, she emphasizes the need for solidarity and advocacy, urging readers to stand with and amplify the voices of women facing such atrocities.

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