Social Worker Brenda joyfully celebrates her birthday
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. She said, “I feel so loved.” And she is! Gratefully back in the U.S. with lots of warm memories, Elaine
October 14, 2023
Eddy expressed his appreciation for Mustard Seed Secondary School.
“When you come to Mustard Seed, it’s like another country. Everything is just here. We have everything— thanks to you!“ Gratefully, Elaine
October 7, 2023
After fourteen years of sponsorship, Gail Beverly was thrilled to meet Hakim face-to-face. Hakim gave Gail special gifts for each of her family members. Here, she is holding back tears of joy. Happy October, Elaine
September 29, 2023
Mustard Seed Sixth graders (P-6) welcoming Gail Beverly and me (Elaine Griswold)
Day One of our stay in Lukaya—as we entered the classroom, students stood and, in unison, recited a welcome greeting. What joy!
Elaine
September 22, 2023
Mustard Seed Primary School’s netball team took the championship.
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 these girls. Have a good weekend! Elaine
September 15, 2023
A warm welcome for Janet when she visited a Mustard Seed student’s home. Note the kitchen–upper left. Janet Benway 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 to be a part of such a worthy organization. Happy Mid-September! Elaine
September 9, 2023
Mustard Seed Academy students at home.
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.Happy Friday!
Elaine
September 1, 2023
I’m sorry for sneaking in two photos on this Foto Friday. Double the joy—I hope. Mustard Seed S-4 and S-6 students enjoying their “Exquisite Prom Party”.
Happy Friday!
Elaine
August 25, 2023
At Mustard Seed, school life has been in high gear. Competitions in sports, music, chess, and a prom party, plus visitors from America, made the second term exciting!Thanks to you, students are thriving despite challenges caused by flooding, inflation, and the collapsed bridge. They are about to have a short break before the third and final term of the school year.Starting today, we will celebrate Fridays with a quick email featuring a photo. I hope Photo Friday will transport you visually for a few seconds to the faraway place where you are doing so much good. Enjoy!