This title may sound strange - does peace and weapons go together? Let me explain what weapons I have in mind... Last week I participated in an international forum called "State of Europe" which focused on many of the issues and challenges facing Europe today. It took place in Riga, Latvia on May 9 which…Read more The weapons of peacemakers
Forgiveness
Why should I care about Europe Day
I will be honest... Two years ago I would not be able to answer what is Europe Day and why is it celebrated on May 9. I guess I thought it is just another day in the calendar which sounds good but has no special meaning. I was wrong . I think it has a…Read more Why should I care about Europe Day
Rwanda’s road of thankfulness…
Few days ago our friend tagged me in his post #TURASHIMA. It is a Kinyarwanda word that means "We are thankful". Rwandans and friends of Rwanda are invited to reflect on Rwanda's last 21 years and express why they are thankful. My friend invited me to join this campaign! I feel blessed to be considered…Read more Rwanda’s road of thankfulness…
Tale of two cities
What does Coventry, England and Dresden, Germany have in common? Beauty, life and forgiveness out of ashes and destruction! I like history. Blame it on my dad who should be a history teacher. I just wish I had my dad's memory for facts and dates and names and places. You know how they say that…Read more Tale of two cities
Burma road…
There is a well-known verse in the Bible. “He has told you, O man, what is good and what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” (Micah 6:8) Because of my work, I have been privileged to visit many countries. In many…Read more Burma road…
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