Baba Dogo

Greetings from Baba Dogo!

I hope this message finds you in good health and spirit. We had a great first term of the year, we are thrilled to share some exciting updates from the term. Thank you for your steadfast support as we continue to transform lives through the Hope of Christ.

Andati Joseph
Head Teacher, Baba Dogo

Flood Update:

Since this Community Update was written before the extreme rain and flooding took place in Kenya, we want to provide a quick update.

Although we recently experienced heavy rains and flooding, we are thankful to report that our center was not badly damaged other than a few repairs.

Unfortunately, however, several of our students and their families were directly affected by the flooding. We are connecting with them to provide support.

If you'd like to donate to MOHI's flood relief efforts, you can donate here.

Hope Transforms: A Success Story

Matthew* is a kindergarten student at our Baba Dogo Center. He is the eldest child in his family and has a younger brother. The family resides in the Kasabuni area of Baba Dogo and attends a local church.

When Matthew was recruited into MOHI, his father worked as a painter while his mother was a homemaker. The family faced numerous challenges, struggling to afford basic necessities and facing overcrowded living conditions. Our social worker became aware of their situation during a home visit prompted by a concerned neighbor. Despite their hardships, Matthew's mother expressed a desire to enroll him at MOHI Baba Dogo Center.

While awaiting admission, the social worker continued to support the family, encouraging Matthew's mother to pursue small business opportunities to improve their financial situation. She began selling vegetables, generating some income to help meet their needs. Inspired by her efforts, both parents saved money, enabling Matthew's mother to return to school and pursue a certificate in social work at MOHI Technical Training Institute (MTTI).

Economically, the family has made significant progress. They moved to a more comfortable living space, experiencing fewer health issues due to improved ventilation. They were also able to purchase a new bed, while their old one was repaired for the children to use.

Matthew's well-being has also improved. He enjoys better health and happiness at school, benefiting from a balanced diet and spiritual education. Engaging in extracurricular activities, Matthew is thriving academically and socially.

The positive impact of Missions of Hope International is evident in the transformation of this family. With Matthew's education and his mother's training, their dreams are becoming a reality.

*Name changed for privacy.

Term Highlights

• We are excited to announce that one of our drama students secured third place in the National Drama Festival competition! They will be advancing to the next round.
  
  
• Our scouts also made us proud by participating in a scouts camp in Langata, Nairobi.
  
  
• The school athletic team performed exceptionally well in the national competitions, with 40 of our athletes qualifying for the regional competitions.

Partner Connections

• We were delighted to host students from Valley Christian High School this term. They led a Vacation Bible School (VBS) for over 300 students, focusing on the theme of trusting in God. The students had a wonderful time engaging with their Bibles and learning valuable lessons.
  
  
• We were honored to welcome a special needs team from Christ’s Church of the Valley. They participated in our Shine Dance event, which celebrated children with special needs and extended love and support to their parents. Furthermore, they visited some of the children and their families at home, offering encouragement.
  
  
• The students from Valley Christian High School also made a significant impact by conducting over 40 home visits in our community. Through these visits, they shared the love of Christ with our parents, fostering a sense of community and support.

Prayer Requests

• Please join us in prayer for our community to fully embrace parents who have children with special needs. May they receive the love, acceptance, and support they deserve.
  
  
• Pray for the families we serve, praying for their economic empowerment and for peace and harmony within their homes and neighbors.
  
  
• Pray against the scourge of drug abuse that has taken root in our community. May God intervene and bring healing and deliverance to those affected by addiction.
  
  
• Pray for the families affected by the floods. May God provide for them and meet them at their point of need.