Introduction

Let me start by telling you a little about myself. I was born and raised in a pastor’s family, where faith and community were at the center of our lives. At the age of 11, during one of our family devotions, I came to understand the profound truth of Romans 3:23 and Romans 6:23. It was then that I accepted Christ as my Savior and was baptized on Christmas Day—a moment that shaped the foundation of my life.

I grew up striving to honor my parents through my studies and community involvement. I got married, started a family, and had dreams for a beautiful future. But in 1994, my life took a turn that would ultimately define my purpose. In the wake of unimaginable loss and devastation during the Rwandan genocide, my family and I gathered together and asked ourselves a deeply profound question: Why did God let us live?

In that moment, we felt called to dedicate our lives to serving God and His people wherever He led us. My husband and I moved to Nairobi, Kenya, where we studied and worked among Rwandan refugees. Later, we relocated to the United States for further education, settling in Louisville, KY, in 2003. What started as small acts of interpretation and transportation support for refugees quickly blossomed into a full-time calling. Over the last 21 years, I have come to understand the depth of God’s purpose for my life.

This blog is a space where I’ll share stories from my journey, insights into the lives of refugees, and the ways we can all be part of building a compassionate and supportive community together. I invite you to join me—not just as a reader, but as a partner in this work of love and hope. Together, we can make a difference.

Thank you for being here. I look forward to walking this path with you!

With love,
Mama Pauline