Shonna Ingram

As I woke on day three, a profound sense of calm washed over me, despite the intensity of the past few days. It was a whispering reassurance to my soul. As God lead me in a time of reflection that morning of the past few weeks, from trauma training in Liberia to reconnecting with familiar faces in Morogoro. It wasn’t until I showed up at the retreat, while serving missionaries in challenging situations did I

This retreat began like many others, with the initial sign-in marking the start of what we anticipated would be a transformative experience. However, the atmosphere shifted when the first woman to arrive seemed visibly embarrassed, ultimately leaving the room in tears. While not an uncommon response, it sparked a sense of concern. Sensing her distress, I approached her by the pool, offering a listening ear and reassurance. As we conversed, she revealed that she had

Returning to Tanazina after 11 years was an emotional yet profoundly enriching experience. Serving in this community for five years left an indelible mark on my heart, and being back stirred up a whirlwind of emotions. Tuesday night, I found myself grappling with questions of whether we had done enough and if we should have stayed longer. Tears flowed freely as I wrestled with these thoughts, but I recognized them as natural reactions to such

Liberia, the small yellow country on the west side of Africa, holds a rich yet turbulent history. Civil wars, famine, disease, and other challenges have marred its past. However, what’s particularly intriguing is its post-civil war narrative. Following the conflict, Liberia became a destination for those who had been sent back to Africa, a pivotal moment in its history. As I learned from a Liberian acquaintance, the country lags about 10 years behind most other