Episode 4 dives into the controversial story of Renee Bach, the young American missionary who founded Serving His Children in Uganda. Hailed as a hero by some and condemned by others, Renee’s work treating malnourished children without medical training led to tragedy, legal battles, and international outrage. We explore the rise and fall of her mission, the accusations of harm, and the complex questions her story raises about charity, accountability, and the limits of good intentions.


Episode 4 Resource List: 

• Wikipedia: Serving His Children
  Overview of Renee Bach’s organization, its history, controversies, and legal outcomes.1
• NPR: How NPR Covered the Missionary Who Ran a Center for Malnourished Kids Where 105 Died
  Detailed reporting on Bach’s work in Uganda, the deaths at her center, and the lawsuits that followed.23
• ABC News: Renee Bach Wasn't a Doctor, but She Still Treated Many Patients in Uganda, Lawsuit Says
  Explains Bach’s lack of medical qualifications and the legal and ethical issues surrounding her work.4
• Business Insider: Renee Bach Believes God Called Her to Save Ugandan Children
  Coverage of Bach’s motivations, the controversy, and her life after the settlement.5
• The New Yorker: A Missionary on Trial
  In-depth article examining Bach’s time in Uganda, the allegations, and the broader implications for missionary work.6

Documentaries and Media

• HBO’s Savior Complex (2023)
  A three-part documentary series exploring the full story, including interviews with Bach, activists, and Ugandan families. Available on HBO and Max.23789101112
• Variety: 'Savior Complex' Creators on Renee Bach and White Saviorism
  Interview with the documentary’s creators, discussing the making of the series and its exploration of the white savior complex.Back to Episodes