Kariobangi

Greetings from Kariobangi!

Hello from Missions of Hope Kariobangi Center. We thank God for His faithfulness throughout this term.

We are grateful for your continued support and prayers as we walk alongside students, families, and the community through Christ-centered ministry. Thank you for partnering with us.

Faith Otondi
Head Teacher, Kariobangi

School Highlights

• Our Health Department conducted medical screenings for students and provided dental health training to support their overall well-being.
• Students participated in the MOHI Junior School Sports Tournament and finished as runners-up in the girls’ category.
• We celebrated the dedication of our new school building. The building is providing needed learning space and has also created more room for the MOHI Technical Training Institute, a trade school that teaches hands-on skills. Students and staff were grateful to mark this milestone together.

Church Highlights

• This term, the church moved into a larger room within the center, creating more space to gather, serve, and connect with the community.
• Revival meetings were held in the Kariobangi area, where the church shared the message of God’s love and spent time engaging with community members.
• The church is celebrating with three leaders who are getting married in April and May. Please join us in praying that God will bless their marriages and strengthen their homes.

Together in Ministry

• The Health Department, in partnership with Third City Christian Church from Grand Island, Nebraska, conducted medical screenings for students. Students in Grades 3 to 5 also received basic dental care training and toothbrushes.
• The Third City Christian Church team held a fun day at the center, spent time with students and staff, and later hosted activities at a retreat center. The team also participated in home visits and spent time with their sponsored students.

A Story of Hope

Alice is a mother who has carried deep responsibility for her children through years of uncertainty. After the death of her husband, she faced serious family and financial challenges that made it difficult to provide a stable home and consistent schooling for her children.

During a difficult season, Alice took on casual work whenever possible, including washing clothes and cleaning homes. Even when life was unstable, she continued looking for ways to care for her children and hold onto hope for their future.

When MOHI staff reconnected with the family, the children were able to return to school. Support such as school uniforms and daily meals helped ease some of the pressure Alice was carrying. Over time, the family settled into a small home near the school, and the children began regaining a sense of routine and belonging.

Alice has continued to grow in confidence. She has reconnected with people around her and remains committed to caring for her children. She also attends a local church with her family, where they continue to be encouraged in their faith.

Her family’s story is still unfolding, but we thank God for the renewed hope and stability they are experiencing.

A different name has been used to honor privacy.

Prayer Requests

• Thank God with us that students have moved into the new classroom block.
• Pray also for the sponsorship of students who are still waiting for sponsors.
• Pray for good health for students, their families, and the community.
• Pray for continued growth among students, parents, and the wider community.

Encourage Your Sponsored Child

As you read about how God is working, please consider sending a message of encouragement to your sponsored child through the MOHI mobile app or through your online sponsor account. Your words can remind them that someone is praying for them, cheering them on, and grateful to be part of their journey.

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