Russ Rhoden

Russ Rhoden is the founder of Journey International, together with his wife Rhonda. You can read their story at the link above.

Ronald

“For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.” Ephesians 6:12 A battle of the flesh Growing up in Central Oregon (Prineville) wrestling was always a top sport in terms of Crook […]

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The Good Lyfe

Embarking on a Journey with new friends On our recent Journey with the Bold Ventures team, we visited a few of the many islands on Lake Victoria (Africa’s largest lake). We got a glimpse into the life of those serving on over 100 of these Islands. We were blessed to

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Vicki

The harsh realities of Nodding Syndrome I first met Vicki in 2017. She was home alone, locked in her hut. Children with Nodding Syndrome tend to wander, creating inevitable dangers of falling into a swamp and drowning, or into the fire pit while cooking a simple meal. These everyday truths

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Saving Sarah

As I shared previously in the post about Nodding Syndrome, we were almost leaving the small medical outpost. I looked over and saw this beautiful young lady. As she turned her head, I could see she had been in a fire–her face was severely burned on one side! My heart

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A group of African children are led in praises in Uganda.

Little Children

When we think of Salvation Sheds, we cannot help but to think of the Children. While most kids in Northern Uganda who are able to walk are roaming free and fending for themselves, the church gives them a place to learn and grow and meet Jesus. In the company of

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A group of Ugandans with Nodding Syndrome surround a local clinic waiting for it to open.

Nodding Syndrome

A Mysterious Disease. Nodding Syndrome is a mysterious disease affecting the brain and nervous system of many children in Northern Uganda, South Sudan, and previously Tanzania. The disease is characterized by nodding of the head followed by seizures, and can lead to disabilities and cognitive impairment.  During times of seizures, those

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