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World Changers '26, Day 5

As our week in Radcliff, Kentucky came to a close, we gathered one last time for worship and the closing celebration.

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World Changers '26, Day 4

Our crews are hard at work today, and the projects are moving forward!

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World Changers '26, Day 3

Another great day here at World Changers! Logan and Aleigh shared a fun surprise from their worksite. Their Nebraska homeowner is a published poet named Walter, and today he gifted each of them a signed copy of one of his books! They also said his home is proudly decorated with Husker memorabilia, making them feel right at home. Efren shared that he has an incredible crew of seven students who are working hard, serving well, and making a great impact together. One more exciting connection: th

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World Changers '26, Day 2

Hello, Radcliff, Kentucky! The team made it safely to Kentucky, grabbed a bite to eat at an original-style Pizza Hut diner, and got checked in for 2026 World Changers: “Rooted”! Check-in and room assignments are complete. The team joined in the welcome celebration, a few leaders attended meetings, and then everyone wrapped up the evening with dinner and devotions. Several members of the Stony Brook team opened themselves up and joined in the celebration in big ways. It has already been so enco

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World Changers '26, Day 1

And they’re off! After being prayed over by our church family, our World Changers team headed out from Omaha toward Radcliff, Kentucky! 13 people. 2 vans. 1 Ram truck. 1 tool trailer. All on the way to serve with World Changers! The team made it safely to Illinois for the night, grabbed a bite to eat, and even bowled a few games together for some fun before getting back on the road in the morning. Please continue praying for safe travel, strong team unity, and for God to work in and through

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Farewell to Eldoret… For Now

This was the day we said farewell to our friends and to Eldoret — for now — and began the journey back to Nairobi.

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2 by 2

Today our team split into two groups.

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Gracious Children’s of Hope & Hope growing

As we pulled up to the doors at Gracious Hope, we were excited to learn more about Pastor Daniel’s ministry.

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4 Worship services , 30 Baptisms, and one faithful missionary

Sunday was one of those days that felt like three days packed into one.

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Day T-1: The beginning of amazing

My journey to Kenya began earlier than expected. My daughter Melissa and I changed our flight plans because of connection issues. We ended up flying on the seventh and and got to Kenya 1 1/2 days earlier than the rest of our team. Melissa and I decided we would like to take a tour of a coffee estate as Africa is known for its coffee. We thought that would allow John and his crew to continue to do the things that they were going to do for the upcoming mission trip. They surprised us, however, and

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