by Resurrection Staff | Mar 12, 2018 | South Africa
We were excited about the first chance to be with the children and teachers at Elim School. We were told the location had changed since the visit by the October 2017 team. As we drove up to the relocated site, the front door on the building closed, leaving us puzzled...
by Resurrection Staff | Mar 12, 2018 | South Africa
We have all had an amazing day! On Sunday we were up early for a 7:45 church service with the Bishop, we then attended a township service. After the 2nd service we were given a tour of Downtown Pretoria and we had the opportunity to see where the current...
by Resurrection Staff | Mar 12, 2018 | South Africa
The team have all arrived safely and are enjoying their visit with our South African partners. They are all looking forward to engaging with the Ditshego and Elim children and staff. Stay tuned for additional posts as time permits.
by Resurrection Staff | Nov 7, 2017 | South Africa, South Africa Partners
Johannesburg After a fine breakfast, we boarded a bus for a tour of Soweto and Johannesburg. In Soweto (the name comes from Southwest Township) we saw a wide range of housing levels, much as we had seen through the week, and saw the homes of Nelson Mandela and Desmond...
by Resurrection Staff | Nov 7, 2017 | South Africa, South Africa Churches, South Africa Education, South Africa Partners
Today was about the teachers, although several of the preschoolers were on-site, sharing their hugs and smiles. Our team leader, Barb, had planned a day of great activities designed to foster the spirit of trust, teamwork, and cooperation that is essential to any...
by Resurrection Staff | Nov 7, 2017 | South Africa, South Africa Education, South Africa Partners
This morning we returned to the Place of Safety property to paint another classroom and buildings, continue computer training for staff and teachers, and do final work on the crosses prior to decoration by the children. The crosses, with children’s names, will...
