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Sponsorship Sunday: April 6 after the 10 a.m. service

Joan meets her sponsor Katy Jensen in Kenya 2024

Child Sponsorship Sunday is on April 6th at Church Circle after the 10am service. Naomi’s Village enrolls 50 new bright-eyed and hopeful three-year-olds into LEAP Preschool every January. This makes child sponsorship of these children their greatest need at the start of every year. Each of these children has been assessed to determine their level of need, health status, and preschool readiness. The children are in class groups of 10 each, and when all 10 students of a class are fully sponsored, they begin their life-changing journey together at LEAP. We are eager to help Naomi’s Village launch the fourth group of 10 students! Thank you, St. Anne’s parishioners! Together, dozens of you sponsor more than 50 children at Naomi’s Village in Kenya! Our ministry team will answer your questions and show you how simple it is to select a child to sponsor. Learn more about Namoi’s Village at www.naomisvillage.org.

Our ministry team will happily answer your questions and show you how simple it is to select a child to sponsor. Learn more about Naomi’s Village at www.naomisvillage.org. Questions? Contact Lori Marchant at lorimarchant2011@gmail.com

Naomi’s Village Kenya

Naomi’s Village is a children’s home, pre-school, and K-12 academy in Maai Mahiu, Kenya, raising the next generation of Kenyan leaders. It is located in the Great Rift Valley about 1.5 hours northwest of Nairobi. The families served typically live on an average of less than $2 per day, suffer from generational poverty, and have no access to a quality education for their children.

More information is provided below or for a more comprehensive look at their ministry, visit the Naomi’s Village website.

St. Anne's Partnership

St. Anne’s relationship with Naomi’s Village Kenya began in January 2019 after founders and CEOs’ Bob and Julie Mendonsa visited St. Anne’s and shared their inspiring story of their response to God’s call to Kenya. In response, many St. Anne’s members and others in Annapolis felt compelled to take action to sponsor over 50 children at Naomi’s Village and raise awareness in our community. Currently, more than 25 people are engaged with this vibrant ministry as child sponsors, one-time donors, missioners who have volunteered at Naomi’s Village, or in other awareness-building and supportive activities at St. Anne’s and within the Annapolis community.

How can you support Naomi’s Village?

Pray for the children, their families, and the staff at Naomi’s Village.
Write to Hellen Wangui, who is sponsored by St. Anne’s.
Sponsor a child! For more information on sponsorship, click here.
Follow Naomi’s Village on Facebook and Instagram.
Get involved in this ministry at St. Anne’s. Contact: lorimarchant2011@gmail.com.

Allison Fassinger, Naomi’s Village talks about what St. Anne’s support means to Hellen and Antony (2023).

September 2024 Grant Report - Dear St. Anne’s Grant Committee: Thank you for your faithful support of Hellen Wangui. Your gifts, love, and prayers continue to improve Hellen’s quality of life. Through the ministry of Naomi’s Village, she receives true holistic care, quality education, and family empowerment. Together, we are helping Hellen, and her family, break out of the cruel cycle of abject poverty in which she was born.

Hellen Wangui - 12 years old.

Hellen is in the 5th grade at Cornerstone Preparatory Academy. Hellen is a very responsible and disciplined young lady who loves her family and karate, excels in school, is a leader among her peers, and is growing in her faith in Christ.

Spiritual Growth

The Cornerstone chaplain says that although Hellen is shy, she has taken courageous steps this year to lead worship during school chapels. Hellen is attentive and inquisitive during classroom devotions and chapels. Hellen’s family regularly attends church on Sundays and their faith is the foundation upon which they live. The school chaplain noted Hellen’s continued growth in her faith and was proud of how she served with kindness during outreaches to flood victims in our community.

Academic Growth

Hellen’s teacher said she is a remarkable young learner who exemplifies the qualities of a well-rounded student. Her consistent academic performance, coupled with her outstanding leadership skills and positive influence among her peers, makes her an exceptional individual. Known for her discipline, responsibility, and dedication, Hellen consistently meets or exceeds expectations in all learning areas and serves as a role model to others.

Hellen’s teacher noted that over this year she has developed exemplary leadership skills that set her apart from her peers. Hellen takes initiative and leads by example, often inspiring her classmates to do their best. Her influence within the school community is profound, as she has gained the respect and admiration of both students and teachers alike. Her positive attitude and willingness to help others make her a natural leader.

In addition to her academic achievements, Hellen is also an active participant in extracurricular activities. She excels in karate, where she demonstrates focus, determination, and strength. Hellen competes in local and national karate competitions with the school. In July, Hellen won 3rd place in a Kenyan national competition. We are so proud of her!

Her passion for netball is equally evident, as she actively participates in this sport with great enthusiasm. Hellen’s involvement in these activities highlights her well-rounded nature and her ability to balance academics with her other interests. Hellen is known for her responsibility and discipline, traits that are reflected in both her academic life and her interactions with others. She takes her duties seriously, whether they are related to her studies, sports, leadership roles, or personal responsibilities.

Home Life

The Cornerstone social worker and nurse recently visited Hellen’s family in their home. Hellen’s family continues to thrive through the assistance of Naomi’s Village. In 2024 they were able to renovate their house, making it more spacious. The ministry recently donated gutters for their house, which allows them to collect rainwater. Because of the lack of available water in the community, this is a significant improvement for Hellen’s family who has a small-scale chicken and duck business.

Hellen has another sibling, a bouncing baby boy who was born on December 25, 2023. Hellen’s mother said that Hellen does a lot to care for her baby brother and spends time with him every evening without neglecting her schoolwork.

Hellen’s family is very proud of her accomplishments in karate. The trophy she won at the national tournament is prominently displayed in the living room for all to see.

Because of your sponsorship of Hellen, she and her family are thriving. They view their future with hope as they can see that Hellen has a real opportunity to not only complete high school, but to go on to higher education. The restored dignity of this family has led to their flourishing as they now have a small business that provides income for the family. This, along with the support provided by Naomi’s Village through your giving, charts a way out of generational poverty for Hellen and her family.

St. Anne’s is making a lasting impact on Hellen Wangui, her family, and generations to come, all for the glory of God.

Thank you for your continued support and prayers. We are very grateful for your continued partnership with Hellen.

God Bless,

Julie Mendonsa, Child Sponsorship/Founder

Megan Mondoka, Director of Development

August 2021 Mission Trip Highlights

St. Anne’s parishioners and friends walk to support Hellen and Antony in the Naomi’s Village 5K (2023)

Communications Information:

Lay Leader: Lori Marchant, 443-994-5858, lorimarchant2011@gmail.com

Website & Social Media Information

For daily updates and pictures from Naomi’s Village and Cornerstone, visit their website here and follow them on social media via Facebook, or Instagram.