August 18, 2025 | Andrew DeVaney
Dr. Angie Ward sits down with Andrew DeVaney, MDiv alumnus and co-founder of AsOne Ministries, to explore how a holistic, Christ-centered approach is transforming rural communities in Uganda. Andrew shares how their model—building schools, health centers, farms, and businesses—creates self-sustaining, income-generating communities that break cycles of poverty while preserving dignity and local leadership. They discuss the unique challenges Uganda faces, from its youthful demographic and widespread poverty to preventable diseases and high school dropout rates, and how earned revenue models can offer lasting solutions where traditional aid often falls short.
The conversation also takes a personal turn as Andrew reflects on his own journey—from skepticism about short-term missions to embracing a vision rooted in relationship, empowerment, and theological formation. He shares how his experiences reshaped his understanding of work, mission, and identity in God’s kingdom, emphasizing that discipleship and impact are possible in everyday roles, not just on foreign mission fields. Whether you’re interested in global development, faith in action, or finding purpose in the day-to-day, this episode offers both inspiration and practical insight.