Well today sees the release of my little short film showcasing the work of the Kilgoris Project.
For a number of reasons, this project has taken time – hence it’s somewhat overdue. That being said, this project has got under my skin.
The word ‘partnership’ often gets thrown around in these kind of projects, however this is a real partnership in action.
There’s a long-term commitment from the small team facilitating this project, and the commitment of the Kilgoris communities to the education and well-being of their kids is massive. There’s no agenda at play here other than a desire to share, serve, and live out a real fellowship of equals – both giving and both receiving.
This is cutting edge humanitarian/mission work in my humble opinion, and what’s more – it’s scalable and has sustainable elements over the long-term. You can read the full story here.
My good friend Jon (he and his wife Caren run this project) invited me over to give just a little of my time and skills, and in turn I experienced a community full of warmth and dignity amidst poverty and hardship. I literally had to stop and take a breath as we finished our first morning of shooting as I reflected (through misty eyes) on how lucky we were to find ourselves in outback Kenya – doing what we love, and receiving so much. Jon and I were welcomed into the family homes of Nduboi and Namunyak, filmed in and around their small huts, drank tea and sat in the hospitality and smiles of these proud Massai families. Later in the week, I got to hang out around the (secret men’s business) community outdoor kitchen/bbq and talked roasting techniques with the blokes, (grrrr.) and experienced first hand the same delight on kids faces playing with their new Kindles, that I had when I saw my first Mac computer in action (in 1985!). Needless to say it was a privilege to make this film.
Huge thanks to my long time buddy Andy Gaunt who added his expertise developing the script.
Here’s some shots Jon created during our filming of the above, and of me (missing my front tooth:) being given a gift from one of the communities.
Berg, it was an absolute pleasure to work with you!
A beautiful film, friend. What a pleasure to be there with you.
We thank God for the good job he has given to mr Keter and let him be there doing it and serving for the entire kilgoris communities project, to be supported from different condinents GOD bless them thank you.