In the merry month of May… as the ancient song goes, we give glory to God for answering so many prayers on every front! Our eldest daughter joined us for a couple weeks to help us with the water project. … Continue reading →
1 Village Development The last few months have seen significant unrest and instability, even violence, which have slowed down the economy and the general running of things with what the Congolese have called “dead days” when shops and schools close … Continue reading →
1 A very special excursion for our Kikimi children As mentioned last month, an excursion had been planned for 30 of our students to a brand-new restaurant in the center of Kinshasa which a friend, Marion, recently opened “La Pergola”. … Continue reading →
World Family Organization rewards Espoir Congo on their 70th anniversary celebration To close 2017 with an unexpected yet thrilling event, Espoir Congo was invited by the World Family Organization (a UN agency) for their 70th anniversary celebration which was held … Continue reading →
1 Food Distribution A big thank you to those who donate food so generously to our children in Kikimi, often out of your own pocket. It is thanks to you that these children remain in good health and succeed in … Continue reading →
2 Distribution of goods There has been a change of management within the company who has donated food and sanitary products for years and the new person in charge is waiting for directives from the top owner … Continue reading →
1 Education The end of the school year graduation ceremony was a success. Unfortunately, several of our friends were unable to attend because of the insecurity that is brewing in the capital. Although things are fairly calm on the surface, … Continue reading →
1 Food Distribution One of our faithful local donors recently opened a bread factory, and they agreed to donate 250 loaves of bread weekly for the kids! The manager of the milk company made a special personal donation of food … Continue reading →
On March 19th, we held yet another graduation ceremony for 21 young people who have successfully completed the 12 Foundation Stones Bible Course. Most of them are from the Massina group taught by Gerse, the others are from the UNIKIN … Continue reading →
1 Plaques It’s so good to be back in Kinshasa and we are so proud of our partners who have done a wonderful job keeping things running and well organized in our absence. We got some plaques made in France … Continue reading →
