As you probably know, Christian Historical Fiction is my favorite genre hands-down. More specifically, stories with a traditional western setting during the 1800s are my go-to choices. So Amanda Cabot’s writing is always appealing to me, and when I saw that her new series entitled “Secrets of Sweetwater Crossing” is set in a little Texas town where love grows even as mysteries threaten to divide, I knew I wanted to give it a try! Continue reading
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Interview with Allison Alley, President Elect, Compassion Canada
April 7th has been set aside by the United Nations as the Day of Remembrance of the Victims of the Rwandan Genocide. To commemorate this important day, please join us, and Compassion Canada, in recognizing the incredible reconciliation that has taken place in this nation, through the grace of Jesus and the power of forgiveness.
It’s been 25 years since the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi, and though time has passed, the people of Rwanda will never be the same. The genocide was started in April of 1994 by Hutu nationalists in the capital of Kigali. For 100 days, Hutu militias took up arms against the Tutsis. More than 800,000 people were slaughtered during those 100 days. The people of Rwanda will always carry with them the deep loss and scars the genocide left behind.
But, love has since been on the move.
To continue reading this incredible story of forgiveness, please click here.
In addition to sharing about these three powerful stories of Rwandan youth who are moving forward in forgiveness after the terrible repercussions of the genocide, we were given the opportunity to share in an interview between Mikayla Stroeder of Graf-Martin Communications, and Allison Alley, President Elect of Compassion Canada.
Interview between Mikayla and Allison
April 7th – A Day of Celebrating Forgiveness, Peace, and Reconciliation
April 7th has been set aside by the United Nations as the Day of Remembrance of the Victims of the Rwandan Genocide.
Compassion Canada and Graf-Martin Communications are working to share the inspiring examples of how Rwandan survivors and Christians around the world have been working diligently and intentionally to rebuild and reconcile after this unimaginable tragedy, through the hope and peace that Jesus offers to each of us.
Please join us on this day of remembrance, and continue reading below to learn a few of the remarkable stories of healing, forgiveness, and reconciliation that have taken place since that terrible event 25 years ago.
Three Young Rwandans Pursue Peace After Genocide
Written by Laura Phillips
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.”-Matthew 5:9
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*Warning: This account contains disturbing details of violence.
It’s been 25 years since the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi, and though time has passed, the people of Rwanda will never be the same. The genocide was started in April of 1994 by Hutu nationalists in the capital of Kigali. For 100 days, Hutu militias took up arms against the Tutsis. More than 800,000 people were slaughtered during those 100 days. The people of Rwanda will always carry with them the deep loss and scars the genocide left behind.
A “Beginner’s Guide” to Overcoming Insecurity
Insecurity. It’s a topic most, if not all, of women can relate to at some point in their lives. Author and counselor Donna Gibbs’ new release from Revell Publishers wades into the discussion, helping us say goodbye to insecurity and change how we think about ourselves. “Silencing Insecurity: Believing God’s Truth About You” is a well-thought-out book that will likely inspire many readers. But… for me, it lacked the depth that I was hoping for. Continue reading
Approach with Caution… (by guest blogger Hayley)
Bethany House Publishers has released a new addition to the Christian Suspense genre, and from the chilling title alone, mystery enthusiasts will no doubt be drawn to this dynamic novel. Cold Shot is a masterfully written story by acclaimed author Dani Pettrey, who has woven together numerous elements of emotion, faith, and struggles into a unique and unpredictable storyline. Cold Shot is a seamlessly crafted story with such a deep feeling of realness, that it is almost difficult to believe that Griffin, Finley, Parker, Declan, and the rest of the team are actually fictional characters. Continue reading
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