Each year we hold ‘Burundi Sunday’ services which was on the 20th October. At these services our focus is on this small country in Central Africa who we have had links with since 1975. Part of our Burundi Sunday is an appeal to raise money to help them with projects.This year's fund-raising appeal will be to support much needed building works at Buterere sub-parish. St Marks have previously funded the laying of the foundations at this church and we now have an opportunity to further bless our friends with doors and windows which they currently don't have. This year we have raised an incredible £4,732.60
Changes that occurred in leadership of Makamba Diocese where St Mark's GAHOSHA is. The Current Bishop Martin is retiring in August, the Diocesan Synod has elected Revd Onesphore NDAYIZIGAMIYE to be the 2nd Bishop of the Diocese of Makamba. His installation is due to take place on 3rd August 2025. Other appointments are: Rt Revd Aimé Joseph KIMARUNGU, the Bishop of Gitega Diocese has been appointed to the Position of Deputy Président of Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Retiring Bishop Martin Blaise NYABOHO has been appointed to the position of President of National Independent Commission of Human Rights. Prayers are needed for the appointed Bishops. Regarding Archbishop Bernard's health, there is no improvement. We keep on praying for him as he is still in critical condition.
I am really enjoying my work with SOMOS and the mentors. It has been great to get to know more of our mentors and see how we can continue to support them as they work with children and young people in Children's homes. In the vulnerable community where I serve too, we have started a monthly activity with the mum's and it has been a great time to be with them and get to know them better as we share, read the Bible and pray together. The team I work with are so great and I am really enjoying working with them and learning a lot. Having got married in November, David and I are very excited and really looking forward to starting our lives as a married couple. David's CMS selection process is underway and moving forwards well, he will have his selection panel soon. So, there is a lot happening and we can see God's hand and blessing over everything which is such an encouragement. Pray points: · Join me in giving thanks for my work with SOMOS and the team I work with. · Pray for the mentors and the children and young people in the homes. · Please also pray for the vulnerable community and the mum's activity. · Praise God for the wedding preparations and plans and David's CMS selection process. · Please pray for financial provision for our wedding and trip to the UK next year including our marriage blessing.
