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Looking back over the first few months of 2025, God has done great things. It’s been a busy year so far. Allow us to share some highlights through photos.

In our last update we shared about a couple different visitors we have had this year. In addition to them, Alex Teitelbaum, (above) a prosthetist from Knoxville, TN, also made the journey to serve with us at the clinic. Alex’s professionalism and enthusiasm was an encouragement to everyone, especially us. His love of the Lord was apparent in how he interacted with the hospital staff and clients. We are very grateful for the sacrifice he made in coming to Kenya to serve at Litein and we look forward to him coming back again one day!

We were also blessed to have our Ripe for Harvest Vice President, Gregg Vurbeff and his wife Kim come to stay for a couple of days as one of their many stops to visit some of our fellow RFH colleagues in other parts of Africa. It was great catching up with them and they were such an encouragement to us! Dr. Terer surprised them with a unique Litein Hospital send-off which included draping them with traditional Masai Shukas (see above).

The Rehabilitation Center continues to progress. We are so glad to share with you that out of the $45,000 needed for the additional costs, a total of $36,325.30 has been donated. In addition, we have gone through the budget line by line and cut out some work that we had hoped to do, but can wait. Lord willing, we should be okay to finish this project. Heavy rains have also caused some additional delays and costs, but the work continues. Please continue to pray for this project.

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Last month we were able to take our second trip to Lake Victoria. This time we journeyed to Rusinga Island, where we visited a school for children with disabilities. We preregistered over 80 children and adults before heading out. Together with AIC Litein Mission Hospital, we gave away 72 wheelchairs, and 56 Bibles, mostly to children. While life is difficult for these kids, smiles that day were abundant. Their joy, in spite of a very challenging life, was inspiring to everyone that came.

“Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and needy. – Proverbs 31:8-9

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We were blessed with many visitors during this last trip to Kenya. Brian More and Joel Porter came all the way from Ft. Wayne, Indiana, to join us on the trip to Rusinga. We couldn’t have done it without them as they helped put together the 72 wheelchairs and assist Solomon in making sure they all fit each client perfectly.

Reverend Justice, above left, joined us on the island. Rev. Justice is a chaplain at Litein Hospital. He was a huge blessing as he shared the Good News with the crowd, and also indivudually as he spoke with students and clients. Above he is spending time with two girls waiting outside Steve’s work area. Several people from the island received new legs, more to follow in the upcoming months.

It was a great trip overall. We look forward to seeing how the Lord continues to grow this ministry in the future!

Thanks to a specific giving project from Living Hope Church, Brian and Joel were able to bring eight child walkers to help children who are mobility challenged. Solomon was so excited to receive these as the Rehabilitation Center had nothing like these.

Above, the first trial of a walker. Solomon was so excited to see how these assisted his youngest patients, that while they were purchased for use at the Rehabilitation Center, he is already trying to figure out how we can send some home with patients. The more time a child spends out of his wheelchair or off the floor, the greater the chance they have of leaning to walk!

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Dr. Grace Yucha, above, 2nd from the right, made the decision last year to come and serve for a month at Litein Hospital through World Medical Mission. Although we had never met until she arrived at Litein, we know the Lord brought her at just the right time. She was a huge blessing to our family. She was able to come to Rusinga Island with us, and joined us for many meals and games in our home. She was especially a blessing to Remi, and became like one of her sisters.

On the way to the island, we stopped at the home of a former patient, Martin, whom we had met on Mfangano Island. He was having some issues with his leg, and Steve and the team were able to make the necessary adjustments. Above is Martin’s wife, and grandson. Below, next to Steve is Martin, in front of his home.

Last update we told you about a need to raise an additional $45,000 for the construction of the Rehabilitation Center. The Lord has provided $21,250 so far! We are so grateful and ask for your continued prayers in this.

“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good. His love endures forever. Give thanks to the God of gods. His love endures forever. Give thanks to the Lord of lords: His love endures forever.” – Psalm 136:1-3

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