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Author Archives: Robert Franklin
It was a good Friday…
Today I had the honor of accepting an invitation to preach at First Baptist Church Covington. My good friend, prayer partner, and (fellow bald man) the right Reverend Adam Crews extended the offer to lead this historic African-American congregation in … Continue reading
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Uganda Day 8 (or day ate)
We bid farewell to our friends in Jinja Friday morning. It was difficult for me to return to the hustle and press of Kampala, to be separated again from Lionel (who I only was able to see for a few … Continue reading
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Jack Frost Lives in Africa (Uganda Day 6 & 7)
On Wednesday morning we prepared to shift from Kampala to Jinja. Our driver arrived and took us a different route out of the Kampala than I had experienced before. It was good to miss the ubiquitous “jams” that plague the … Continue reading
Uganda Day 5
Well…today started with an earthquake (more of a tremor really). A few minutes later the power left off. I had a hot shower for the first time since arriving. It was really too hot (but I am NOT complaining). It … Continue reading
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Uganda Day 4 (2nd Try…No internet service last night)
Today did not begin as poetically as yesterday. The night was very rough again and a screaming child and barking dogs took the place of praises in song. We knew today was going to be a challenge. We did get … Continue reading
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Uganda Day 3
Today was an early day. I had a short and restless night’s sleep (no jet lag, just late to bed, a lot of noise and an unfamiliar place). I needed to be sharp for today’s activities so I did my … Continue reading
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Tagged church, community, goodness, grace, poverty, purpose, Uganda
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