Adventures In Ghana

Adventures in Ghana

This past year I was in a Christian band comprised of four Americans and one Ghanaian through an organization called Youth Encounter . The Christian Church and faith are very strong in Ghana, and we were invited to tour the Western African country by the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Ghana. Our goals in going were few but sufficient; to strengthen, grow, and encourage the Christian Church. I knew however, that I would be strenghtened as well.

We played music in congregations to encourage people to continue and grow in their walk with Christ, while other times we were invited to schools to speak to classes about our personal faith. Some days were even spent going to markets or hospitals to meet inspiring people, play music, or even introduce the gospel. Partnering with Ghanaian Christians in love and service to others was such a privilege, and I am so grateful for meeting the incredible people of this multi-cultural nation. At first not knowing what I would experience, I found the three-month trip was more amazing than I ever could have imagined!

The Strength Of A Child

Some of the best times I had were when I could sit and listen to the life stories of the people I met. A young child I spoke with was one of the most inspirational people I met my whole trip. Not being from a wealthy family, this little child had to work starting at a very young age. Later being adopted by another Ghanaian family, the opportunity to go to school arose. In return though, the child had to leave behind parents and siblings. It was the optimistic attitude of that child, however that challenged and inspired me. There wasn't fear or anger in the child's voice, but thankfulness and hope. As we also got to meet children aided by Compassion, an organization created to educate and minister to children worldwide, I grew to better understand what blessings children give to adults.