Travel Journal Entry – A Day of Transition

Today was mostly a travel day, full of movement and mixed emotions as we transitioned to the final leg of our mission. We left Kasama early and made our way to Mansa, where we caught a flight to Ndola. From there, we journeyed by road in what we affectionately call the encounter “wagon”, bound for the Lifesong Guest House and coffee shop — our home for the next few days.

Along the way, we said farewell to our faithful drivers — who had become so much more than just drivers. Through long hours on the road, shared laughs, and unexpected delays, they became part of our team, part of our story. Their presence will be missed.

Our visit to a local market was a jolt to the senses — overstimulated is an understatement. The busy stalls were bursting with color, filled with countless voices, scents, and faces. It was a beautiful chaos, and a vivid glimpse into the heart of local life.

Now, we are weary from traveling, but also satisfied — knowing that every step we’ve taken has been purposeful. There’s a sense of anticipation in the air as we prepare to regroup, wash clothes, and rest before stepping into the final few days of mission work.

On the bus today, even in our tiredness, we found joy — singing praise songs, some happy, some reflective. There’s something powerful about worship on the road, surrounded by team members who now feel like family.

Each moment draws us closer to coming home, but not before we finish what we came here to do. Tomorrow holds more stories, more encounters, and the promise of continued impact.

Tonight, we are reunited under one roof, resting, reflecting, and ready.