April 2019
We pray you all had an inspiring Easter. Celebrating our Savior’s resurrection is always a spiritual high for us, as it is this heavenly vision which gives a meaning to our lives on earth and our lives to come. It’s … Continue reading →
Tag Archives: Youth Ministry
Happy New Year 2019 — January 2019
The presidential elections, which had been postponed several times in the last two years, finally took place on the 30th of December, at which point the internet was shut down. The last couple of weeks have been intense and uncertain. … Continue reading →
Year-End Review 2018 — December 2018
Thanks to your commitment and generosity, 2018 has been an amazing year, which has seen our major goals for sustainable development being fulfilled, meeting those of the World Family Organization, such as minimizing poverty, zero hunger, good health and well-being, … Continue reading →
Happy thanksgiving–News from November 2018
Distribution of food and other products: Thanks to the generosity of faithful donors in Kinshasa, we are able to continue preparing meals for the children, and distribute food and household items to the needy. Good nutrition is closely linked … Continue reading →
The joy of learning — October 2018
Education: The French School of Kinshasa just donated 324 school books to our primary school (French, science, spelling, english, history, geography, reading, math, geometry, exercise books) as well as some games. We are so grateful for them, along with the … Continue reading →
Back to school September 2018
Back to School: Going back to school in September is a happy event in Kikimi. The kids are so hungry to learn and very thankful for the new uniforms they receive, including notebooks and pens (thanks to SOFIA SPRL), and … Continue reading →
In quietness and confidence — April 2018
Very happy to be back in Kinshasa, and to renew personal contact with all our friends and partners. We were welcomed at the airport by torrential rain, which delayed the delivery of our luggage, but which we took as a … Continue reading →
Taking the first step — March 2018
1 Food Distribution We continue to receive monthly donations of food which is being distributed to the children. This month, one contact donated hot dogs, a fun treat for the kids. 2 Education Various officials often come to visit … Continue reading →
February 2018
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 →
Happy New Year 2018 — January 2018
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 →