Women's Ministry

It's me again,Trena. Thanks, Kris!!!! If you didn't read Kris's post from yesterday, go down and read it! Very funny. Sadly, some of it is WAY too true!

Kris and I got to spend some time with some of the women who are part of the women’s ministry program in the Nyando area of Western Kenya. Simon, the director of NOWA (Nyando Orphans and Widows Association) was one of the men with us when we met Mamma Mary. He works with over 200 women in the area. They not only receive vocational training, but are also discipled in Christian living and Biblical principles.

We went to the shop where the women learn, work, and sell what they make. Life is very difficult for women in the village, especially if they are alone. Most women either live in complete poverty, in deplorable conditions, or turn to a life of prostitution. This ministry offers them Hope in Christ and provides them with an opportunity to learn and use skills to support themselves and their families.

In addition to this venue of tailoring, NOWA also trains women in farming, cultivating and profitable selling of goods. It also assesses the situation of women in need to see how they can best assist them. Then, works to meet those needs, such as providing healthcare, helping them start a business, or building a home. This is who we are working with to build Mamma Mary’s house.

NOWA is a great ministry! It was so fun to see it in action! They even made Kris and I Kenyan dresses!

Kris and I have been praying about how we can be a part of this ministry and we have already started a partnership. Baptist volunteers in Missions will be working through them more in the future, but for now…..

...if you are one who partners with me in ministry, you are now a part of NOWA as well! Mamma Mary’s house will be built with your help, and many women will be discipled and hear the message of Hope if Christ! Thank you!!!