My experience as a sponsor.
‘If you want to go quickly go alone, If you want to go far go together’ – African Proverb
My heart was instantly stolen the moment I stepped foot into the home of Ivan, Dama and all their beautiful children. It was obvious that this was a home full of hope, love and happiness and I am so grateful to now hold this beautiful family close to my heart.
The significant work being done by Mission In Action and all their projects is truly a phenomenal example of humility and compassion and this was evident in my very first visit.
Straight away it was made apparent to me that this amazing home is a true testament to a real mission in action. I will never forget the warm welcome we received from Ivan and Dama and the children. I had come out to Kenya for 11 months as a gap student working at St Andrews School. After the Christmas break Faith (another gap and volunteer) wanted to introduce myself and the other gap students to MIA. Seeing the immense amount of love that these beautiful children were receiving from Ivan and Dama, their brothers, sisters, Aunties, sponsors, volunteers and the unfailing love of God that was being nourished every day in their lives, I could, and still can, say that Mission In Action is a blessed and wonderful home for children, who, as a result of unfortunate circumstances haven’t had the greatest start to life.
I fell in love with Dannielle’s gorgeous eyes straight away and I am so thankful that my family has been able to help MIA through her sponsorship. I have loved watching baby Dannielle grow; from her first teeth beginning to show, to her keeping balance on two feet! With this, I found myself loving her sassy little personality more and more and I cannot wait for the journey ahead!
Sponsorship of a child not only impacts on their life but also enormously on the sponsors. They are given the chance to watch their child grow and develop to follow their purpose and calling, and this is a very special opportunity.
‘Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonour others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails.’
1 Corinthians 13:4-8
Asante Sana and lots of love to this special family xx
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Safari Njema 