A van-load of fruit, veg, bread, spices, sauces, and milkshakes went to Rosie Mashale at the Baphumelele Children’s Home. She takes care of, schools and feeds more than 100 children, and thus every donation is greatly appreciated! We also brought lunch boxes, trays, plastic cups, clothes, and tissue paper. We are so happy that Ap (a good friend from up country) was able to join us on this day!
A donated wheelchair and walker went to this FrailCare centre, where they will be well used to benefit these dear souls who find themselves weak and helpless. The lady running the centre told us that they house all kinds of individuals – HIV/AIDS victims, those suffering from TB, the disabled, and many others. God bless them! It was a blessing to be there and see the work being done; knowing we are helping it to carry on! (A special treat was having K, a good friend, volunteering with us!)
Valentine’s Day, a celebration for some, an occasion of intensified loneliness for others. To find the many lonely hearts on this day and to help them find their one true Love, this year we took to the streets in The Hague to pass out tracts, little “scrolls” with a message from Jesus and, of course, chocolates. The day was dark, chilly and wet, with rain alternated with snow, but the reactions that we received were heart warming. People were so happily surprised and thankful for this little token from two perfect strangers. “Oh, that’s so sweet!” was a much-heard exclamation. A young woman could barely contain her surprise and just stood there for a few moments, speechless, eyes wide with amazement and with a delighted smile. Two friends looked at each other when we gave them their chocolate and message, wishing them a Happy Valentine’s Day, and said: “So we did receive our Valentine’s gift after all.” We encountered people young, old, rich, homeless, hip and trendy, tired and worn, native, foreign, but only very few refused our little love gift; what everybody needs really is love.
After many years of faithful service here in Cape Town and surrounds, Jean and Kristina and their children (Kodie, Gerry, Nathan, Estelle, and little Anna-Mae) have moved to France. Over the years they have been an integral part of our work and activities, and we are so thankful for their love and faithful service for these many, many years. A heartfelt thank you to both of them, and their daughter Kodie, for selflessly serving and helping others alongside us! They will continue to be part of our extended family, and will be sorely missed by our whole team here. We wish them God speed and continue to keep them in our prayers. Thank you Jean, Kristina, Kodie, and kiddies! May God bless and keep you, and Bon Voyage!
Here you see Mike loading up foodstuffs and other needed items for the Baphumelele Children’s Home and Orphanage.
As a treat for Valentine’s Day, we brought flowers to residents of a local frail care home. As they interacted with the little ones – receiving flowers, inspirational magazines, and hugs – the smiles and joy on their faces spoke clearly “THANK YOU FOR CARING ABOUT US!”
“Could you come through right away please?” the voice on the other end of the phone asked. “We have flowers for you.” Upon arrival, we were amazed at how many lovely flowers there were – as well as small fruit trees, chili plants, and more! They will go to households and families across Cape Town; bringing a little extra joy into lots of lives!
Last month we distributed over five tons (5000kg) of fresh fruit and vegetables – thanks to sponsors and donors – to multiple centres! We did more than 35 different “drop-offs”, and many, many people benefited.
