Compston receives national honor from Samaritan’s Feet
Amy dancing with joy at AFA's welcome to Panyanga. ASHLAND, Ky. — Amy Compston, the face of the Amy For Africa mission, was chosen as one of three Women of Influence by Samaritan’s Feet International for her work with children in the Moyo region of Uganda. The announcement [...]
Almost time for AFA Whiffleball
Matt Fultz (hands up) will bringing the 2014 champions back to defend the title. L-Train's Ryan Lynch kisses the coveted first-place trophy while teammates Adam LaLonde, left, and Rob Lynch celebrate the 2013 title. ASHLAND, Ky. — Everybody ready? It’s a full field of 32 teams [...]
Video of Amy For Africa organization serving in Moyo
By MARK MAYNARD / Amy For Africa This video brings to life our trip to Moyo in May where the Amy For Africa organization put 26,316 pairs of shoes on the people of the Moyo district in Uganda. Our hearts were touched by these sweet people. We were able to [...]
Dr. Maggie’s Miles for Moyo campaign begins
Dr. Maggie will dance and run for Moyo. By MARK MAYNARD / Amy For Africa SOUTH SHORE — Dr. Maggie Lawentmann found a passion this spring on a mission trip to the Moyo district of Uganda with Amy For Africa. Her heart was touched so much by the [...]
Carlisle pastor reflects on Amy For Africa mission
Chris and Amy Compston. By ROCKY WALLACE / Co-Pastor of Carlisle United Methodist Church CARLISLE, Ky. — Our church has been blessed this spring and summer in getting involved with the work of Chris and Amy Compston and their ministry, Amy for Africa. When longtime friend Mark Maynard [...]
Mother-daughter duo join Team AFA runners
By MARK MAYNARD / Amy For Africa ASHLAND, Ky. — A mother-daughter have decided to join with Team Amy For Africa. Tabitha Coyer and her 10-year-old daughter Melanie will be wearing the AFA colors while participating in area events. Tabitha has been a strong supporter of AFA through her beauty [...]