Team goes home

The team left a few
days ago except for Darla, Marjaana and I. There were some
organisations here that our friends in Buena Park wanted us to visit.
Steven and Rosemary Mbogo have a home for orphans in Ngong and we had
the opportunity to see their program. We also visited David and
Esther's school outside of the city of Nakuru, about halfway between
Naiobi and Kitale. What a blessing both these programs are to the
children of these areas. Alice, the president of OWI Africa met us at
the latter school and was able to stay with us for two nights. The
first night we met with our friends Greg and Deb Snell in Navasha.
They have been building a home for guests coming to Kenya for the last
few years and it is 99% finished. We were invited to dinner and then
stayed over at a friends cottage. She took us on a tour of the city
the next day and we talked all about her hopes and plans for the
future. Thanks Deb and Greg for your hospitality! After Darla left on
Sunday, Marjaana and I stayed on to wait for another team of three to
arrive . This team is under Marjaana's private tour company; The
Traveling Twiga. We will be returning to Kitale with the three for an
introduction of what OWI does in Kiminini. After four days there, they
will head out for a three day safari resort stay in the Masai Mara.
This is where my trip ends and I fly home. I've enjoyed my time in
Kenya but miss my family and friends very much. In the meantime we are
currently in Mombasa on the east coast of Kenya with our friends from
the US. Mumbi, her mom, Jeri and Lavin, her 9 year old son. We
traveled by overnight bus on Sunday to Mumbasa to see the sights and
get some much needed rest. The weather is warm and breezy with a bit
of humidity. The team left a few days ago except for Darla, Marjaana
and I. There were some organisations here that our friends in Buena
Park wanted us to visit. Steven and Rosemary Mbogo have a home for
orphans in Ngong and we had the opportunity to see their program. We
also visited David and Esther's school outside of the city of Nakuru,
about halfway between Naiobi and Kitale. What a blessing both these
programs are to the children of these areas. Alice, the president of
OWI Africa met us at the latter school and was able to stay with us
for two nights. The first night we met with our friends Greg and Deb
Snell in Navasha. They have been building a home for guests coming to
Kenya for the last few years and it is 99% finished. We were invited
to dinner and then stayed over at a friends cottage. She took us on a
tour of the city the next day and we talked all about her hopes and
plans for the future. Thanks Deb and Greg for your hospitality! After
Darla left on Sunday, Marjaana and I stayed on to wait for another
team of three to arrive . This team is under Marjaana's private tour
company; The Traveling Twiga. We will be returning to Kitale with the
three for an introduction of what OWI does in Kiminini. After four
days there, they will head out for a three day safari resort stay in
the Masai Mara. This is where my trip ends and I fly home. I've
enjoyed my time in Kenya but miss my family and friends very much. In
the meantime we are currently in Mombasa on the east coast of Kenya
with our friends from the US. Mumbi, her mom, Jeri and Lavin, her 9
year old son. We traveled by overnight bus on Sunday to Mumbasa to see
the sights and get some much needed rest. The weather is warm and
breezy with a bit of humidiThe team left a few days ago except for
Darla, Marjaana and I. There were some organisations here that our
friends in Buena Park wanted us to visit. Steven and Rosemary Mbogo
have a home for orphans in Ngong and we had the opportunity to see
their program. We also visited David and Esther's school outside of
the city of Nakuru, about halfway between Naiobi and Kitale. What a
blessing both these programs are to the children of these areas.
Alice, the president of OWI Africa met us at the latter school and was
able to stay with us for two nights. The first night we met with our
friends Greg and Deb Snell in Navasha. They have been building a home
for guests coming to Kenya for the last few years and it is 99%
finished. We were invited to dinner and then stayed over at a friends
cottage. She took us on a tour of the city the next day and we talked
all about her hopes and plans for the future. Thanks Deb and Greg for
your hospitality! After Darla left on Sunday, Marjaana and I stayed on
to wait for another team of three to arrive . This team is under
Marjaana's private tour company; The Traveling Twiga. We will be
returning to Kitale with the three for an introduction of what OWI
does in Kiminini. After four days there, they will head out for a
three day safari resort stay in the Masai Mara. This is where my trip
ends and I fly home. I've enjoyed my time in Kenya but miss my family
and friends very much. In the meantime we are currently in Mombasa on
the east coast of Kenya with our friends from the US. Mumbi, her mom,
Jeri and Lavin, her 9 year old son. We traveled by overnight bus on
Sunday to Mumbasa to see the sights and get some much needed rest. The
weather is warm and breezy with a bit of humidity. ty.

Join OWI for August 18th TBN taping

Hi friends of Ordinary Women, Inc.

 

We hope you are enjoying your summer!  We wanted to let you know that the next TBN (Trinity Broadcasting

Network) taping is Thursday, August 18^th.  Come and join us in the live audience of the studio taping.  This is an

enjoyable way to spend an evening and TBN will make a donation to OWI on your behalf – there is no cost to you.

 

The money donated will be used to purchase food for the children in the Ordinary Women, Inc. Orphan Program.  So

Mark your calendars and come on out – we would love to see you!

 

                                                              *****SCHEDULE*****

 Thursday, August 18th

            Host:     Paul Crouch, Jr.

           Guests: Pastor Raul Ries, Bob Hamer (former FBI), Chaplain Bob Barnett (fire Dept.),Tammy Trent

 Thursday, September 29^th – Taking Care of Your Health

            Host:      Matt & Laurie Crouch

            Guests:  Dr. Scott Hannon (Chiropractor), Dr. Thomas Barnes, Dr. Jordan Rubin (Nutrition),

                        Dr. Richard Boener (Dentist)

 

                                      *****Here are some answers to questions you might have*****

 

Yes, I want to come – what do I need to do?

            Reply to Judy at judykmccoy@cox.net to put your name on the list to reserve seats for you and your

             family/friends.  Feel free to forward this email to your small groups and friends. 

 

How much will this cost me?

            There is no cost to you, this is a freebie!  TBN will pay OWI a $20 stipend for each person in our group. 

 

Where am I supposed to go?

            Trinity Broadcasting Studio, 3150 Bear Street, Costa Mesa, CA  92711 

            The studio is on the second floor of the ornate white building near South Coast Plaza.

            There is ample free parking through the white gates in front of the building.

 

What time should I arrive?

            We must be seated in the studio by 5:00 at the latest.

            The seating in the studio is limited and is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. 

            Late-comers will be seated in the overflow room.

 

What if I cannot arrive until after 5:00?

            Its okay, come when you can.  If you let Judy know you are definitely coming but will be late, she can save you

           a seat in the studio.

 

What time does the actual taping begin?

            The actual taping is from 6:00 PM to 8:00PM

 

Can I cut out early?

            Ordinary Women, Inc. will receive from TBN a $20 stipend for each person that stays until the end for a

            group picture, so we ask that you please stay for the picture.

 

Can I invite my family, friends and small groups?

            Absolutely!  We encourage this - but let us know their names as we must provide TBN with a list so they

           know how many seats in the studio to save for our group.  We must turn in the list by August 11^th.

 

What If I do not have my name on the TBN list and decide to come at the last minute?

            It is no problem.  You are welcome to come to the taping even though your name is not on the list.  

            If you arrive by 5:00 you will be seated with the group in the studio.

 

Who do I contact to add or remove names from the TBN list or to ask questions?

            Feel free to contact Judy McCoy at judykmccoy@cox.net or call Judy at (949) 233-5340.

            We really appreciate your support!

 

If you would like to be taken off the OWI contact list, please reply to this email with REMOVE as the subject line.

Orphan Day

Since the day we arrived till this day the weather has been good with just a small amount of rain each day but then the night after the medical clinics (which was a blessing) it poured most of the night On Friday it rained in the late afternoon right after the women left for home from the conference lots of them came from far away and this downpour was not the kind that you would keep walking in The pastors wife had to take refuge in the generator room just a few feet away from the office where we all were until the rain stopped With the Orphan Day coming up on Saturday we were praying for a clear day If it rained at all the kids wouldn't be able to play with the new balls and jump ropes we had purchased for them Saturday was start off early as there was to be a medical check up for each orphan before their crafts and party One of our biggest challenges is not having enough hands to finish things on time but with over 20 volunteers we thought we would be organized but nothing goes as planned in Kenya this time our van did not arrive at the time we had set that morning But despite the late start we rushed to get set up the kids were waiting for us and we were able to finish in time for the party Unfortunately it started to rain mid morning and the kids had to be moved inside the church for coloring projects and some crafts The kids didn't seem to mind The party started with the kids singing and reciting poems It's amazing how they can memorize a very long poem! Now came the time to sing happy birthday to them and cut the cake Every orphan got a new backpack along with some personal items school supplies and candy They were so excited to receive these things....they don't just get a new pencil or a bar of soap when they run out They have to wait until there is enough shillings from the sale of some vegetables in the garden or go gather firewood to sell at the market and then only after the daily needs are met is a pencil purchased So when we come with these gifts they are so happy thank you to all sponsors that helped to make it possible for these extra items to be purchased The day ended with an appreciation dinner held by OWI and GHP, an org that we are a part of and who helped support the medical clinics with money for medicine and people to do the work A long but satisfying day!

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