We will be leaving on July 7th for seven weeks to one of our favorite places on earth - Bwambo
Molly has packed her spices, peanut butter, board games, and many great books for the children to read when they are missing the internet :) This is such a special time for our family, as we are away from all distractions and can really spend some great family time together.
The kids are so excited to see their friends! They have spent the last four summers with them and it will be so great to see how they have all grown and play hours of soccer with them.
Mark is furiously organizing medications, teaching manuals, and travel forms that we need to bring so many donated items into the country. He is very excited to work with Fr. Dr. Beda again and to teach the nurses about infant resuscitation, safe delivery practices, and basic disease prevention.
This year, Molly and the children will be working on a reforestation
project with Fr. Beda. Because of the climate changes throughout the
entire country and the over use of
wood products, trees are becoming scarce in the region. This will be a
great time for the children to learn about nature and wildlife in the
South Pares.Julian and Cecilia will be assisting Nick Markell, an Iconographer from Minnesota, who will be painting a beautiful Risen Christ mural in the church. This will be an incredible opportunity for them to witness the work of an incredible artist.
Molly is working with the parish teaching catechesis and spending time with moms and babies in the in the maternity ward, which she absolutely loves!
We are all very excited to go and ask you for prayers, especially for safety. Some of the car rides up the mountain can be a harrowing experience!!
Thank you all for your prayers, donations, and support. We are so grateful to have such wonderful friends like you,
Under the protection of Jesus and Mary,
The Druffners
