Tag: WOW

Sept 16, 2026

In the past 25 years with WOW my wife Kathy and I have not ceased to be humbled and inspired by the child-like faith of the orphans and widows to whom we minister. In our western world terms they have nothing but adversity. They are ravaged by HIV and AIDS and opportunistic afflictions like tuberculosis, blood cancers, dysentery, oral thrush, bed sores (yes, you can have excruciating bad sores from lying on the ground!), and even leprosy. And added to these physical sorrows is food insecurity. Yet, when we’re with them they laugh, sing, and dance (if able) with loud and heartfelt praise to...

May 27, 2026

Recently my wife Kathy and I spent a few hours with a childhood friend of hers who has been battling several serious diseases. It’s remarkable that she is yet alive but she is. Not only alive but buoyant, good humoured, and joyful. Indeed, her attitude and worldview in the face of constant vulnerability is both countercultural and truly inspiring. We went to see her, prepared to encourage her, but found ourselves as the ones encouraged. It reminded us of our visits these past 26 years to dying orphans and widows in Africa and India. We have visited and prayed for countless numbers of what...

April 1, 2026

Recently my wife and I spent a few days with one of WOW’s international partners. Over the course of those days we met with elderly widows living without family care, orphans, children living with HIV and/or various cancers, and special needs children, all of whom are being supported by our champion pastors and church-based volunteers. We were very touched as we distributed food, medicine, and sweets to these precious souls. And we were/are so grateful that our care is ongoing day by day, week by week, and year by year. Faithfulness is key to sustainability. As we spent this moving time...