"Hatua kwa Hatua" is a Kiswahili saying that translates to "Step by Step". We continue to learn about the various programs in the Mission and how they operate. We also strive to learn from the people who live here and to live as they do: with a deep sense of gratitude to God and joy in spite of the hardships and poverty that is a part of their daily lives. We have much to learn...hatua kwa hatua. The photo is of Virginia, one of many orphans enrolled in the program.

Faraha Siku ya Mama (Happy Mother's Day)! Wishing all moms everywhere a very special and blessed day. Check out the photo album for some interesting photos including a mbuzi (goat) riding a Pikipiki! Photo shown is of Adrian, a six month old mtoto (child) we took care of at one of the Water with Blessings Follow-ups.

It was another busy and interesting week at the Mission. We had Water with Blessings follow-ups, Mission Saturday with some of the orphans and we did some Spring cleaning! Each day gives one the opportunity to reflect on life here and the many blessings we take for granted living in America. The beautiful child in photo came with her Bibi (Grandmother) to a WWB follow-up. Her name is Precious and in her hand is her personal jug of chai (tea)!

"Every day is an adventure in Kenya" is said quite often by Fr. David and he is correct. This week was busy with paying school fees for the orphans, two Water with Blessing trainings, Mission Saturday, Wes driving to a village, etc. Photo is of a mama and her mtoto (child) seen on our travels this week.

Pasaka Njema (Happy Easter)! Our first week back at the mission after being gone for three months. Held a Wellness Program and Mission Saturday for the orphans, WWB follow-up sessions, and much more including the Holy Week and Easter Sunday! Photo was taken Easter morning from the porch of the Mission house.

“Educating the Mind Without Educating the Heart Is No Education at All” is a quote by Aristotle found on one of the many signs scattered throughout the Consolata compound. We have finished language school and are headed back to the mission but there is a bit of sadness in our hearts as we leave the good people we have come to know here. In addition to school, we found time to take in a few activities relayed in our latest post. The photo is of a statue of Our Lady of Consolation found in the gardens near the chapel.

Kidogo Kidogo Hujaza Kibaba is a Kiswahili saying that translates to "little by little fills the container". This saying speaks to us as we continue to learn Kiswahili little by little. We are surviving language school and look forward to returning to the mission to work with Fr. David and the orphans. (Photo was taken during the Stations of the Cross held outdoors.)

For the healing after abortion

"The only thing I know is that I know nothing" from Socrates is very much a statement we can relate to as we start language school to learn Kiswahili! The photo is a statue of Our Lady of Consolation found here in the courtyard of the Language Centre.

Completed work permit applications, WWB follow-up, Mission Saturday and more! Photo is of orphan at Mission Saturday...he is dressed for ND weather!

Hispanic Ministry Sisters receiving the 2022 Caritas Award!!!

Paying of school fees, Water with Blessings follow-ups, attending Mass and more. Photo shows sunrise at mission house!

Busy week with water filter training, Christmas gathering for 475 orphans and the celebration of Christmas!

This past week started Swahili lessons, helped with training 15 women for the water filter project, visited Bishop Joseph, had Mission Saturday for almost 200 orphans and much more! Check out additional photos in album below.

The Pepple's have arrived in Kenya! Check out additional photos from Kenya in the Photo Album below

Leaving for Kenya in less than 24 hours

Final preparations being made before departing for Kenya

Follow Wes and Kathy Pepple on their three year Mission to Kenya, providing support for the care and welfare of orphans.

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