Author Archives: Robert Franklin
Concerning Celebrations…
The day after I received the text informing me that the great arch-enemy of America had entered eternity courtesy of American Navy SEALs, I ventured to turn on the television for a moment or two. I honestly wasn’t looking for … Continue reading
The Day After
“The Day After” is used in different contexts and applied to diverse situations. There remains a common thread in all of the phrase’s uses: disappointment. For instance, the day after Christmas is often a let down. The toys of yesterday … Continue reading
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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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