Addressing the impact of COVID-19 lockdown in Uganda

The podcast episode features a conversation with Richmond Wandaria, senior pastor of New Life Baptist Church in Kampala, Uganda. Richmond discusses the recent lockdown in Uganda due to a surge in COVID-19 cases, which has led to fear and economic hardships. He highlights the devastating consequences of the previous lockdown, including job loss, increased unemployment rates, and negative effects on education and church operations. Richmond emphasizes the urgent need to support pastors and churches currently operating without physical spaces. He shares how his church has been providing temporary adoptions and demonstrating generous love to their community, resulting in increased church growth. He also highlights the impact of their partnership with Compassion International, which has provided food and support to families in need.