Missionary profile – Lynn Uwimana

By Mercy Kambura

Lynn Uwimana, Uganda

We set off on a Sunday from different homes and met in Kampala. On Monday, we left for Pallisa to visit a missionary family before proceeding to Kaabong. The family hosted us for the night.

They introduced to us their family friend, a pastor; we had a fantastic time learning about God’s call on his life and the work he is doing. On Tuesday, we started our 12 hours’ journey to Kaabong. We have numerous stops as the car kept breaking down.

Anyone who has used the Kotido-Kaabong road knows only a 4X4 car can handle it. A lower car and you risk never arriving or losing so much time on the road. Thank God we finally arrived with our small car at 10 PM, very exhausted but glad that we made it.

The hosts graciously waited for us and provided us with a good meal, after which we retired to bed.

During our stay, we visited four communities. It was an emotional moment for us to see what these communities are going through – their wellbeing and health were shocking.

Our team experienced a huge culture shock; the lifestyle we experienced was a sharp contrast to what we knew and had witnessed before. The experience opened our eyes to the need to align our ministries’ vision with God’s mission. We thank God that this trip was fruitful.

Please pray:

For the Karamojong communities to trust God and look to Him to provide for their needs.
For the healing for eye diseases causing blindness to their children.