by Barbara Glesener | Feb 26, 2025 | Uncategorized
Albert is the newest member of the Sisters of the Congo Family. His story is sad, but it expemplifies the story of most of the children here. Albert’s mother and father starved to death just a few weeks ago. He was then left in charge of taking care of his...
by Barbara Glesener | May 31, 2024 | Uncategorized
The Sisters of Our Lady of Providence, aka “Sisters of the Congo” are thankful for all the blessings you have bestowed on them over the last year. Here is an update on some of the fruits of your gifts.
by Barbara Glesener | Aug 9, 2023 | Uncategorized
Through a few gracious donors, we were able to provide funds to build a fence for safety reasons. As you recall, the orphanage is seated direcly between a bar and a very loud church. In the back are private homes (you see one in the photo). Unfortunately, many of...
by Barbara Glesener | Mar 17, 2023 | Uncategorized
Last week a wind storm blew down the already delapidated fence at the orphanage. The first photo shows the poor state of the fencing prior to the wind, and the others show it now. The orphanage is sandwiched between a very loud church and a bar. Just days after...
by Barbara Glesener | Jan 18, 2023 | Uncategorized
Christmas in the Congo is a joyous time, and because of Your Combined Donations, it was so for our Sisters and Orphans as well. At the beginning of December the excitement started. With your “Christmas Funds” donations, yards and yards of fabric...
