I wonder how many of us in the United States realize that despite difficult circumstances that we all face, we are still among the wealthiest 5% of people in the world. Those of us on this trip have been blessed with a great school where we are receiving an education that puts us into an even smaller minority.
There is a teaching of Jesus in the gospel of Luke that says, "To whom much is given, much is required." At the beginning of our journey to Zambia, and then at points throughout our time in Africa, we discussed the idea that this trip and experience are a gift. This is an opportunity that we have been given, and we have a responsibility to make the most of it. Not just while we are there, but as we return to our lives here in Chicago or wherever we find ourselves.
We are excited to watch one another's lives and to see how each of us will be led to respond and follow up to our incredible experience together in Zambia.... Caroline, Moses, Aubrey, Laura, Matt, Roxanna, Linnea, Nikki,
Adrian, Carol, Aaron, Amanda, Christina, Hannah and Rich
Many thanks to all those who contributed and made this life changing experience a possibility for us and to those who are joining us as we continue to partner with Hope Ministries in Zambia.
If you would like to find out more about Spark Ventures and Hope Ministries or how you can get involved, please go to www.sparkventures.org.
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