I think a lot about transformation. This is a key element in our vision as an organization moving into the future. We believe that lives and communities are transformed by the power of God. In fact, we know that God can use one changed life to transform an entire community. Few passages of Scripture illustrate the transforming power of a changed life better than that of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well (John 4:1-42). I’m sure you know the story really “well,” but I’d love to highlight some thoughts that stand out to me personally. Most Jewish people of that day would have bypassed the entire region of …

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One of the critical issues facing our world today is water. Without water, it’s impossible for life to exist. Within the Karamoja region of northern uganda, too many people still struggle to gain access to clean water. Many of the Karamojong people are without hope and most of the world is either unaware, or has written them off. —FACT—Access to clean drinking water is critical to fight poverty. Only three out of ten Karamojong have access to safe water and 82 percent live below the poverty line. Statistics show that water-borne diseases are one of the leading causes of infant mortality. It’s estimated that in Karamoja in northern Uganda, the …

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Both 2010 and 2011 have been years of financial strength for us, and we’re grateful. These figures reflect our new fiscal year ending in June rather than December. The following comparisons provide a picture for which we continue to rejoice. We’re thankful for our many financial partners, like you, who make this possible.