Brenda’s grandmother brought her to our nursery school as a three-year-old. After Mustard Seed, she went to St. Teresa’s Girls School for A-levels. Then, she attended Makerere University on a government scholarship. After 24 years, she finally had a birthday party. Eleven friends came. We had American food, cake, songs, and gifts for her.…
“When you come to Mustard Seed, it’s like another country. Everything is just here. We have everything— thanks to you!”
Hakim gave Gail special gifts for each of her family members. Here, she is holding back tears of joy.
Day One of our stay in Lukaya—as we entered the classroom, students stood and, in unison, recited a welcome greeting. What joy!
Stiff competition from older and wealthier schools didn’t faze our girls. They have skill, spirit, and teamwork. Plus, they have the best uniforms, thanks to a gift from the Seaforth Netball Club from Australia. Next week, you’ll be receiving Foto Friday directly from Lukaya! Deep in last-minute preparations, I need some of the energy of…
A warm welcome for Janet when she visited a Mustard Seed student’s home Janet Benway was warmly welcomed into a Mustard Seed student’s home. Jane loved her visit to Mustard Seed Academy and Lukaya. After her second day, she wrote: I had more hugs today than in the last 10 years combined! I am grateful…
These girls are orphans. Still, you can see their bonds of love and joy. They belong. They have family. They have food. They live in a lovely house. They go to the best school in town. They are better off than most children in Lukaya—thanks to you.
These girls are orphans. Still, you can see their bonds of love and joy. They belong. They have family. They have food. They live in a lovely house. They go to the best school in town. They are better off than most children in Lukaya—thanks to you.
Mustard Seed S-4 and S-6 students enjoyed their “Exquisite Prom Party” as you can see from the wide smiles! If you want to see more photos, many are posted in the Photo Galleries on the RPU website. More photos of the prom party are posted on RPU’s FaceBook page.
I’m sorry for sneaking in two photos on this Foto Friday. Double the joy—I hope. Happy Friday!