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Corona Virus When There is No Health System
Posted on March 15, 2020September 22, 2020

Corona Virus When There is No Health System

I’m struggling with social media right now. More than normal. My timeline is filled with North Americans and Europeans who can only think of one thing – Covid-19/corona virus. My Malawian feed is filled with the normal irrationality that is Malawian politics but that is rarely uplifting and often depressing. A former student asked why … Continue reading Corona Virus When There is No Health System

Longer Reads: Sex for Fish
Posted on July 1, 2019September 22, 2020

Longer Reads: Sex for Fish

In the economy of one of the poorest countries in the world it shouldn’t surprise us that women trade sex for other material goods. The pictures accompanying this article are amazing and the work that Julie Gunther did is well worth looking at. Sex For Fish Continue reading Longer Reads: Sex for Fish

Obadiah, Chichiri Prison and Theological Education
Posted on June 25, 2019September 22, 2020

Obadiah, Chichiri Prison and Theological Education

Obadiah: Prophet Against Edom Obadiah is a strange little book of the Bible, seldom referred to and almost never preached from. Given this, I was surprised when I arrived at Chichiri maximum security prison to discover about 30 prisoners had gathered to do a Bible study starting at Obadiah 1:1. One of the things that … Continue reading Obadiah, Chichiri Prison and Theological Education

Malawi Elections 2019
Posted on May 23, 2019September 22, 2020

Malawi Elections 2019

We still await the final results from Tuesday’s tripartite elections here in Malawi. It has been a fascinating time to be an observer. Here are 10 things I have learned during the Malawian elections: Voting in Malawi happens outside Like many things in Malawi, voting takes place outside. So much nicer than the cold rainy … Continue reading Malawi Elections 2019

Our Friends and Ancestors Live in Books
Posted on May 16, 2019September 22, 2020

Our Friends and Ancestors Live in Books

One of the roles that I play at Zomba Theological College (ZTC) is the Director of Research and Educational Quality Assurance (DREQA). I’m a bit ambivalent about the role because I have been given the task of ensuring that our research and our teaching are up to standard. The question that causes my ambivalence is, … Continue reading Our Friends and Ancestors Live in Books

Responding to Cyclone Idai: Relief and Prayer
Posted on May 2, 2019May 2, 2019

Responding to Cyclone Idai: Relief and Prayer

She sat beside me looking beautiful. Her skin was dark and smooth, smile gorgeous, teeth bright white. Her clothing was old, and nothing matched. But she looked so strong and elegant. And it all felt completely incongruous. This mother spoke of hunger, weakness, and devastation. My mind struggled to reconcile the incompatibilities of her appearance, … Continue reading Responding to Cyclone Idai: Relief and Prayer

Pay Attention: Cyclone Idai and Maundy Thursday
Posted on April 18, 2019September 22, 2020

Pay Attention: Cyclone Idai and Maundy Thursday

Attention has shifted past Cyclone Idai. The news stream has flowed on. SNC Lavalin. The burning of Notre Dame. The (non)release of the Mueller report. There is always more news. There is always something different to focus on. Continue reading Pay Attention: Cyclone Idai and Maundy Thursday

Recovery Has Begun – Malawi Flood Update
Posted on March 28, 2019May 16, 2019

Recovery Has Begun – Malawi Flood Update

We are thankful for all the people who have been praying for us and for Malawi, and for all the donations that people have made to help flood victims. If you want to help, you can donate here. Our family life goes on as normal, but many Malawians are a long way from recovering. In … Continue reading Recovery Has Begun – Malawi Flood Update

Update on Malawi Floods Two Weeks In
Posted on March 22, 2019May 16, 2019

Update on Malawi Floods Two Weeks In

Thanks for the personal messages we have received over the past few weeks. Our family is fine. Blantyre, the city we live in, is very close to the impact area but is much higher and therefore not subject to the same long term flooding. The amount of rain we received had an effect on us, … Continue reading Update on Malawi Floods Two Weeks In

It’s Not All Bad: Flooding in Malawi
Posted on March 19, 2019May 16, 2019

It’s Not All Bad: Flooding in Malawi

There are good news stories in the Malawian flooding. Continue reading It’s Not All Bad: Flooding in Malawi

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