Ongoing efforts in Uganda ~ Hope Lives Here~

UGANDA MISSION - POST #2

Yesterday, Ann and Mary visited Maria and Olivia and their siblings - do you remember them? 

Oh the joy! Ann said their house is so tidy and neat, and their land is well taken care of. She confirmed that they are the most amazing children, surviving and living and being parents to their siblings, especially when they themselves are children. They take so much pride in their siblings and are very protective. They are so grateful for everything OHFO supporters have done for them in the past several years. They have been cooking on an open flame on the floor and need a working stove, so we'll be meeting that need right away. 

Maria and Olivia would like to go to beauty school so they can learn a trade and have a better income to support their family - we will support them in that dream. 

Little Leo fell in love with Mary! Ann said he is the most adorable and sweet child. 

Ann gave the girls OHFO necklaces, which they love - perfect for those beautiful souls and their open hearts! They also received lanterns.

Ann and Mary then visited another village and met baby Praise, a one-month-old who was removed from mom because she tried to hurt him. 

We are supporting his foster placement, and he is doing well and gaining weight. Joseph, nine years old, joined his foster mom very recently, and she wishes to adopt him! His health is good and he seems to be adjusting very well with his foster family and children in the village. Joseph requested a bike, and we will make that happen!

Ann and Mary visited another village, where they met Emma, whom we provided heart and eye surgery for in 2022. 

She lives with her grandparents and siblings. We are happy to report that Emma's health is good!

In Ann's words, "It was another day filled with hope and a brighter future for these children. It is so beautiful to see so much love in these women's hearts for the children they are fostering."

Hope Lives Here - thank you so much for following the journey!

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Providing Hope and Healing: Our Journey to Uganda

Uganda Mission Post #1:  

Ann and Mary Bartlinski arrived in Uganda and hit the ground running! The heart of these ladies is so beautiful! We are here Lord, use us.

It was a very emotional first day on the ground for Ann and Mary. After attending Mass Sunday morning and listening to a relatable homily about serving others, they proceeded to the hospital with our incredible partners and delivered all of the supplies for the babies - formula, clothing, and two medical grade baby scales. 

Ann said the moms and foster moms were so very grateful for your gifts, blessing them and crying with gratitude. They spent time hugging some of the babies we've stood in the gap for and had lunch with Frank and Lily Grace - a young boy and baby girl you may remember helping, along with their incredible foster moms. Ann took them OHFO necklaces, which they loved. 

She said the people there are so loving, and the foster moms are truly Heaven-sent. Their gratitude is so genuine.

Ann's words to all of us on this side of the world, "They have hope now that you are helping them. Hope can move mountains." There is so much to do there, and many children need assistance.

Ann and Mary have already seen things that shouldn't be - like little "Josiah", a three-year-old who had a surgery on Christmas Eve and now desperately needs prayers for survival and healing. 

Josiah is in critical condition, as you can see, and arrangements are being made to transfer him to a larger hospital that will hopefully be able to provide the life-sustaining medical care he needs. Please pray for his full recovery.

Please pray for his full recovery.

Hope Lives Here, friends. Thank you for wrapping yourselves so tightly around this mission - what an honor to serve the most vulnerable.