is that it is not just my story, or your story,
it is our story
i spend my work days speaking at schools and churches and clubs
weaving stories of girls in DR Congo like Ischara, who at 14 years old had to make some pretty heartbreaking decisions, but decisions that ultimately that led her to the ELI school in the slum of Bukavu where she gained a new family, a new school, and a new hope..
just last week a vacation bible school here in southern california raised almost $3,000 to help empower these children in a slum through learning and discipleship.
together, life is altered.
the most epic of stories are those embroidered in the power of community.
where we love through sacrifice. and welcome with hearts open.
Africa Hope Shirts...
and so sweet dearest friends, I want to share a way we can live this story together. Many of you asked if I am still selling Africa Hope shirts...the answer is no and yes at the same time.
No, I no longer keep my website running. In the span of those 4 years I ran Africa Hope, I lived in a slew of countries, fell in love, got married, and started living in a community where my time became precious as I gave it to be present with my neighbors. To run a burgeoning business on the "side" was too overwhelming. It pained me to stop selling shirts and supporting so many incredible non-profits doing amazing work in Africa.
But in the end, to be with Christ and with people is ultimate gain.
But in the end, to be with Christ and with people is ultimate gain.
However, I still have a lot of Africa Hope shirts left.
As I prayed about what to do with them, this is the idea I received...
As I prayed about what to do with them, this is the idea I received...
I shared in my last post, Africa Part 2, that I work for Empowering Lives International. In the last year, ELI has asked me to raise 100% of my salary. Yikes, scary, right? But, as I gave this daunting challenge to the Lord, I felt so empowered that the Abba truly would provide for me. I believe in the work I am a part of, both in Africa but also the ministry Kev and I feel God uniquely placed us in here in our hometown.
So...here is where the YES comes in with Africa Hope. Below you will see a picture of all the Africa Hope shirts I am selling. If you are interested in purchasing one (and of course there is NO pressure!), 100% the money from your purchase will go towards supporting me in what I do in Africa.
If you would like to purchase a shirt, here is what you can do:
email me at: hopeengaged@gmail.com with the subject Africa Hope
tell me what shirt you would like in what size you normally wear (the shirts run a bit small so if you tell me what you normally wear I can figure out what size you'll need!)
tell me if you like to wear your shirts fitting or loose
tell me if you like to wear your shirts fitting or loose
give me your address of where to send it
and I will let you know where to send a check!
I'm selling them for $20, and then $3 added for shipping
But the OTHER exciting part to this, is I would LOVE to give one away to one of you sweet ladies!
If you would like to enter the give-a-way...here's what you can do:
If you would like to enter the give-a-way...here's what you can do:
1) Be a follower of Hope Engaged
2) Leave a comment, including your email address and shirt style you like best
that's it!
Kev and I will do a drawing, and pick the winner, and then email you and send your shirt right out!
women's shirts:
men's shirts:
women's shirts:
men's shirts:
thank you for being a part of MY story and making it OUR story.
i am forever grateful for friends like you:)
happy day sweet friends!
love katie
ps- we are NOT models, so have some grace, haha!
ps- we are NOT models, so have some grace, haha!
