So…for those of you wondering what in the world I am doing and why I am in Uganda, here goes!
I applied to The Wold Race at the end of September last year and was accepted around mid October. The World Race is an 11 month journey through 11 countries. During the 11 months we will be seeking ministry opportunities in each of the host countries. Our first country is Uganda.
Not many people knew because I didn’t really tell anyone. And…I thought it very likely they may not accept me due to my age. The max age you can be is 35 and I am…you guessed it…35. (I know, I know…I can’t believe it either!) Anyway, it was kind of a now or never decision, and I decided that I liked now rather than never!
I have known about The World Race for many years, but it wasn’t until now that God gave me the desire (and discipline) to apply. I actually submitted my application on the deadline day, and afterward a whirlwind of vaccines, doctors appointments, medications (for a year),buying gear, buying more gear, and packing ensued! The two and a half months I had to prepare disappeared quickly, and before I knew it I was leaving!
Why did I decide to go? Glad you asked…two reasons really.
1. A desire to seek God fully! Not sure if that is full time missions, and if it is, not sure what that looks like and where. This journey will expose me to many ministry opportunities and many places. It is no secret that I have a heart for orphans and a heart for Ukraine, and I always will! However, a missionary friend told me years ago that I needed to experience a mission field other than Ukraine to make sure I was truly in God’s will. He said that many people get so focused on doing good that they miss God doing something great! So here I am!
2. The idea of leaving my entire family for 11 months or more scared me a little. I considered not going because I didn’t like the idea of missing my family and missing out on family events like birthdays and holidays. However, the thought of missing out on God’s calling because I was scared of missing out on family scared me even more! What would that say about my relationship with Christ if I chose family events over Him?
So…here I am…in Uganda! We’ve been here almost a month, and I can’t wait to tell you all about it! But first, I must write it all down! 
Love y’all!
Taryn
