WGC’s partners in Bukoba, Tanzania, continue to survey the extreme damage to their homes after an earthquake hit a few days ago. The effects of the tragedy were even more severe and widespread than we previously believed, although we are so grateful that members of the Bukoba Women’s Empowerment Association (BUWEA) and their families were not injured.
Tag: Pastoral and Social Ministries
Magdalena Atlazolpa, the Best of the Best
Mexican gastronomical treasure, gets its own Festival, It’s “Mole” time!
Our Work in Tampamolón Corona, S.L.P.
In 2003, Mr. Fernando Ferrara was in charge of the Adelaida Lafón Foundation. He contacted Sister Luz María Aguilar; who at that time was the Congregational Provincial Superior, to request a group of Sisters to serve at the Hospital Huasteca LEM, that was going to be inaugurated in Tampamolón Corona, San Luis Potosí, working in the different areas of the hospital, but mainly, he was inviting the Sisters to be a presence of God’s merciful love among the patients and the staff at the hospital.
Longtime Educator, Nun makes Tutoring her Mission
It’s 4 p.m. on a weekday at Visitation House, and its 10 resident schoolchildren are at work with their tutors. It’s a busy place, but there’s anease among them, a comfort level that comes from time spent together. Some of the students are reading aloud. Some are spelling. Some are working math problems. Each team sits side by side, and Sister Ann Geever, 80, is in her regular spot next to Andres Garcia, 10.
A Commitment to Service with Dignity
A group of our Sisters in Mexico have supported senior citizens through excellent services in the field of biological, emotional, spiritual and social care. This is the story of Sister Martha Josefina.
A light in Hispanic Ministry
Sister Peggy, a true fighter for human rights, for equality and for the culture of Hispanic communities.
Zambia: Meaningful Presence
In our Mongu Community, we received the visit of a group of university students; “the experience has been very meaningful. We thank God for their presence among us and for the help they gave us”, shares our Sister Laura Edith Campos. Read the story here:
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