We are inspired to press on and live life on purpose every time we see someone else take personal action in order to help Show Mercy. Today we wanted to share two specific stories about some of our Show Mercy partners. Their decision to be intentional as well as creative in their actions is exciting! These stories are just a sample of the many ways our partners are getting involved.

As you read about their fundraising and outreach events, we hope you too will be inspired and invigorated to use your talents and gifts. We encourage you to partner with us to be a voice for the children and adults of Uganda and Haiti.

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Recently Lori and Mike appeared on the “Wake up Call” on February 19, 2010. The Wake up Call is a daily talk radio morning show on KPNW 1120 in Eugene. This show is hosted by Bill Lundun and Robb Holloway. www.kpnw.com

Part 1 involves a discussion about our efforts in Haiti and includes a live phone call from from Haiti by Terry Snow, Director of YWAM Haiti, the organization in which we are partnering. Part 2 is discussion on our efforts in Uganda as well as information on past and upcoming trips to Uganda. You will be inspired and ecouraged by listening to both of these updates.

Part 1 of 2- Haiti Efforts- Listen Below

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Part 2 of 2- Uganda Efforts- Listen Below

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The Stirn family is currently serving with Show Mercy International in Uganda. They are helping to oversee our primary school (Alpha Omega) as well as love on the children at Hope Children’s Home. As you read Heather’s story, you can “see” her heart and how she is experiencing one of our favorite sayings : Love NEVER Fails!

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Hope Children Used To Mend Hearts

“I was blessed to be part of the team to Uganda; January 2010. Our first day arriving at Hope Children’s Home (Hope Children’s Home) is one of many experiences that I will treasure always. As our bus came within site of the home, we could hear and see the excitement as well as the happiness of the kids waiting to greet us. When the doors opened, it was like a sea of hands were reaching out for one of ours to hold onto. One by one, we stepped off the bus into what God ….

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