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Mercy House Global is a True Story

September 22, 2020 by Kristen

Over the past decade, I’ve cried a million tears, told a thousand stories and witnessed the miracle second chances of a hundred teen moms and their babies that are still alive long after the world left them for dead. This is the true story of Mercy House Global. 

At first news of the global pandemic  in March, I knew it would make what we do in Kenya more difficult and even more critical.

I hate it when I’m right.

In the last couple of months, we’ve rescued a girl who was sold for a loaf of bread. Her family went to bed with something in their stomachs and a baby began to grow in hers.

Last week, everything went wrong at Mercy House Global. Too much of this, not enough of that. It was one of those weeks when I was just plain tired and wondered about walking away.

Last week, a pregnant 11 and 12 year old entered the maternity homes in Kenya after they were rescued from the hands of wicked men.

Last week, I remembered why Mercy House Global exists–because 11 year old moms do.

Mercy House Global began in 2010 and every year since has been shaped by hardships, miracles, sorrow and joy. This our tenth year and while we face more obstacles than ever, we have more reasons to celebrate.

You’re invited to our 10 year virtual celebration–a night to pause in the chaos of 2020 and celebrate what God has done and what He is going to do. Mercy House Global is a true story.

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9 Comments Filed Under: Faith

Living a Paradox: The Truth About A Contradictory Life

September 2, 2020 by Kristen

I'll never forget the moment of clarity I had in the middle of the pasta aisle. It was the day after I returned from a trip to Kenya with my family. I ran into an old friend next to the spaghetti sauce and she hugged me and said, "so, was your trip to Kenya just ah-maazing!?!?" She drug out the last word and her voice went up and I was afraid to commit. It's the tone used to describe a memorable vacation in an exotic place with a lot of exclamation points. Before I could answer, she said, ... Read More

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When Your Soul is Starving

May 25, 2020 by Kristen

Guest post by Janel Breitenstein I spoke to two women this week—women I would describe as hungry. Both were choosing tough situations: not situations where they needed to endure, but choices that twanged my heart like a violin string. Choices whose destination would be obvious if they weren’t within them. I found myself wordless. My friends seemed desperate for a safe embrace from me. For acceptance. But my head clanged with warning. Y’know those situations where you wonder if you’ll ... Read More

10 Comments Filed Under: Faith

Eight Things Our Kids Don’t Need This Summer

May 20, 2019 by Kristen

It's nearly the end of May and I already feel it--the pressure to make summer magical. And I don't know about you, but I'm just trying to get to summer. Lunch boxes are missing, backpacks are nasty. We are limping to the finish line, people. We were like the little engine who could and now we. just. can't. Anyone else? My inbox is bulging with camp invitations and appealing summer fun. And my kids have started asking, "What are we doing this summer?" I have no idea. I don’t ... Read More

6 Comments Filed Under: Parenting

When Your Child Is Not A World Changer

November 15, 2018 by Kristen

Guest post by Janel Breitenstein   So I got a call this morning from the principal. I confess to even wishing her (rather brightly) a Happy Friday. She responded pretty kindly, considering my son was there in the office with her. (It was only 8:40. What could happen before 8:40?) So the details are a little sketchy. But the not-so-sketchy part: My nine-year-old was definitely in a a “substantial scuffle” (her words) over a kid not taking turns. Y'know, the student council ... Read More

8 Comments Filed Under: Parenting

For When You’re Having a Hard Time Being Human

September 13, 2018 by Kristen

I'm rarely at a loss for words. But that's exactly how I've felt the past month every time I've started to write a blog post. I've been sharing my life in this space for a decade now. Ten years. By now, we know each other well. So, you know that when I don't know what to say next, I'm in a weird place. I can say this: I've had a hard time being a human lately. I, mean, I like being human, I'm just not very good at it. I told my husband the other night after a long day that I was ready ... Read More

7 Comments Filed Under: Faith

Sometimes When You’re in a Dark Place You Think You’ve Been Buried, But Actually You’ve Been Planted

September 3, 2018 by Kristen

This summer while we were hiking in the mountains one day during our sabbatical, my family wanted to keep climbing. I wanted to hide in the cleft of the rock. It was quiet and beautiful and I took a deep breath, stretched out my legs and rested while they kept going. That's when I saw the small opening in the rocks behind me. I bent down and peeked into the black hole and I was surprised to see bright green plants growing in the darkness. I have thought about those little plants and their bad ... Read More

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A Message From {My World Changer}

May 1, 2018 by Kristen

My 18 year old daughter has been passionate about fashion since birth. A couple of years ago she began to turn that passion into a mission. She has educated herself and advocated for slow fashion. She has not only taught me a lot about justice, she has also helped develop an action plan at Mercy House Global regarding ethical fashion. Because of her influence, Mercy House Global and Fair Trade Friday are releasing a comprehensive Ethical Shopping Guide today. Can a kid really change the world? ... Read More

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