Where we grow up holds a special place in our hearts; whether is it the nostalgic childhood memories or the many hard lessons learned, home has a huge impact on our lives. And one way or another, most of us long to go back. Josh Korn will be doing just that. After growing up in Africa, Josh and his wife Julie will be traveling back to Niger, where he will begin his role as the new co-spiritual director alongside our national director.

Although not originally from Niger, Josh grew up in Togo, a small country in West Africa bordered by Ghana, Benin, and Burkina Faso. Like most people and their hometowns, Josh feels a pull to go back.

“I have a particular bond with that area of the world and with the people there. I’ve always wanted to go back and in some capacity be able to help people.”

His wife is equally as excited to be embarking on this new journey and cannot wait to not only be blessed, but to provide a blessing to the people of Niger.

“I know we’re so excited about going to Niger to be a blessing to the people there and with the community and the staff, but I know that God is going to bless us more than we could even dream of.”

The Korns appreciate CURE’s emphasis on training and sustainability and they like the fact that CURE does not come and help people, only to later pack up and go, leaving behind helpless people. By starting this position in Niger, the Korns will be just one of the many people that are fitting into the long-term mission of CURE.