Day 8 – UN & House Visits

 Today we visited the United Nations campus in Nairobi. It was fascinating to see all that takes place there. We learned that the Nairobi UN is the largest UN campus in terms of acreage.

On the grounds, we walked through a special garden that serves as a memorial to the victims of the 1998 U.S. Embassy bombing. Within it, we saw black tea trees and coffee trees—such a neat experience to see tea leaves growing in their natural habitat and coffee beans forming on the plants.

Coffee beans

Black tea leaves

We also viewed some of the older buildings on the campus, which are scheduled to be demolished next week. After the tour, our group gathered for a briefing with our guide, who shared more details about the UN’s work and global role.

After returning home for lunch, we set out for the center to prepare for house visits. Our team divided into two groups and visited five homes in total. At each house, we introduced ourselves, listened as the student told us about their family, and then prayed together. We also delivered groceries.

Standing in front of the dump. 

One mother was deeply moved, as she had no food to give her children that day. It was humbling and heartbreaking, yet powerful, to witness her gratitude. The living conditions of these families are very difficult, but their hope remains strong. Their pride in their children and their commitment to providing education—even when resources are so limited—was inspiring.

Today was a reminder that hope shines brightest in the darkest places. Even when families have so little, their faith, gratitude, and love for their children is unwavering. It challenges us to consider how we use the blessings we’ve been given and how we can live with the same steadfast trust in God.

And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.

Philippians 4:19