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Blood:Water Book Club: New Book for January!
Each month, we choose a book that has somehow shaped what we know as an organization, that relates to our work, or that provides inspiration. As we read through the book, a Blood:Water staff member will blog about their thoughts on what we’re reading each week. And at the end of this month, we will…
Read MoreHappy New Year!
Happy New Year from all of us at Blood:Water! We are so grateful for the conclusion of an incredible year. The work that was accomplished would not have been possible without your support and we are thankful for your partnership. We cannot wait for all that 2016 holds, and it is with great joy that…
Read MoreBlood:Water Book Club: “My Own Country,” Part 4
Today we review the final chapters, 19-31, of “My Own Country: A Doctor’s Story” by Abraham Verghese. Summary The concluding chapters of “My Own Country” remind us that there is no satisfying conclusion to the AIDS epidemic yet. Dr. Verghese tells the stories of several patients’ decline and deaths, and relays his concern for surgeons…
Read MoreRescue
For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.Luke 2:11 ESV As you celebrate His birth today, give thanks that the ultimate fixer of all that is broken in our world has come to rescue each of us. Reflect on the ways He has rescued…
Read MoreJoin Us in Wishing Alfred a Very Jerry Christmas
This is Alfred. He lives in Rwanda with his grandmother and cousins. Each day, he walks for water two times. He fills a heavy jerry can in a river, and carries it home so his family will have something to drink. He is happy to make the walk because it helps his family. But it…
Read MoreBeautiful
We hope these curated Advent readings and original Christmas recordings have blessed you this season and that as you’ve set your heart on Christ, you’ve been able to see the wonders of God all around. This original reading from Al Andrews is a wonderful reminder of the beauty that surrounds us. Earth’s crammed with heaven,And…
Read MoreBlood:Water Book Club: “My Own Country,” Part 3
Today we will review chapters 12-18 of “My Own Country: A Doctor’s Story” by Abraham Verghese. Summary: In Chapters 12-18 of “My Own Country,” Abraham Verghese continues to tell the real stories of his patients. We hear more about Clyde, Vickie, Bobby, Ed, Raleigh and Fred, and are introduced to the Johnsons and Petie. As…
Read MoreMy Mother’s Green Love
We hope you are continuing to follow along with us as we wait for the one who is coming. On this fourth and final Sunday of Advent, as you continue to ponder and wait, read this original poem by Kathleen Norris. Sent in mid-winter, a coat filled with down, to a land of harsh winds…
Read MoreLet’s Bring Clean Water Closer to Home for These Five Girls
These girls live in Bubisa, Kenya. They are joyful, hopeful little girls with big dreams for the future. While there is currently one borehole that provides clean water in their desert community, they still spend too much time walking with heavy jerry cans to bring water home for their families. This Christmas, we want to…
Read MoreChaos
The Advent season is one of waiting for that which is coming. We hope you are enjoying our curated Advent readings and original Christmas recordings, and that they have been a useful tool to help you set your mind and heart on the necessity of Christ. Today, let your thoughts be guided by this original…
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