Mushemba Foundation

Linda M. writes...

Later in the day on Monday, we visited the Mushemba Foundation. After hearing about the work of the foundation we were able to visit the Mushemba

Trinity School. Right now it is a day program, but they are building a dormitory for girls so they can expand the opportunities for attendance in October, 2015. 

We split into smaller groups and visited a number of homes to put a face on the needs of so many who have so little. It is disturbing that we bring more with us when we travel than many have. The people are so rich in spirit and faith, however. We have much to learn from them. 

A highlight for some of us was to renew our friendship with Samson Mushemba who attended Holy Trinity 1981-1984. We met many of his family members and enjoyed a special dinner at his son's home which also houses the offices for the Mushemba Foundation. 

Our friend returned to Tanzania to become the bishop of the NW Diocese and then the presiding bishop of the ELCT. We were thrilled to spend time with him in his retirement. He hopes to welcome more Holy Trinity family and friends in the future, and he sends greeting to all.