The following are links of the media reports of the meeting the Prime Minister Dr Joseph Muscat.
http://gov.mt/en/Government/Press%20Releases/Press%20Photos/Pages/2013/July/day30/OPM.aspx
http://www.maltastar.com/dart/20130731-pm-meets-kenya-volunteers
In August 2013, a group of 35 volunteers from the Island of Malta (doctors, nurses, engineers, youth workers) will travel to Kenya to aid the children of Embu.
Showing posts with label Embu. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Embu. Show all posts
Thursday 1 August 2013
PHOTOS - Meeting with The President of Malta, Dr George Abela
The Team of Kenya Mission International 2013 would like to thank Ms Marica Mizzi for forwarding us the photos of the meeting with The President of Malta, Dr George Abela
Bible Project
Another project is the distribution of the Bible in the various schools in Embu. This is a project which is being conducted with the collaboration of the Gideons Organisation. The Team and representatives of Gideons are reserving Wednesday the 4 th of September as Bible Day
We would like to distribute a copy of the Bible in Schools while we are visiting ,
Where there is no love, put love and you will find love.The Bible is one way of promoting a holistic approach to Embu.
We have asked the Gideons International (Rose Smith to distribute the Bible to children in schools above 10 years. Also we will try to distribute ourselves a book with a Bible Story to children below 10 years.
We would like to distribute a copy of the Bible in Schools while we are visiting ,
We have asked the Gideons International ( copied Rose Smith here) to distribute the Bible to children in schools above 10 years..Also we will try to distribute ourselves a book with a Bible Story to children below 10 years.
Where there is no love, put love and you will find love.The Bible is one way of promoting a holistic approach to Embu.
Below is an excerpt from an email regarding this project: that Michael Attard sent to Sr.Florence.
Dear Sr.Florence ,
We would like to distribute a copy of the Bible in Schools while we are visiting , possibly on the 4 th of September.
We have asked the Gideons International (Rose Smith to distribute the Bible to children in schools above 10 years. Also we will try to distribute ourselves a book with a Bible Story to children below 10 years.
Michael
Further to this email a reply from Sr. Florence
I wanted to meet our group first to share with them this Good News!
We are happy with the Bible initiative.we suggested three schools for this programme their details are as follows:
Ss Peter and Paul school-35 above 10 years and 95 below 10 years and they can all read.
Our Lady of Assumption, school Mbiruri,40 above ten and 20 below 10 who can read.
Mother Angelina school,126 above 10 and 69 below ten who can read.
Thank you for this great initiative.
Sr.Florence
Wednesday 31 July 2013
Tuesday 30 July 2013
Fr Colin's Update
My dearest friends,
Allow me to call you dear friends, because to find a friend is to find a treasure. And I have found you, each of you, and i thank you for allowing me to be your friend.
I was preoccupied, to tell you the truth, because I see too much preoccupation by some members about things that are made important but are not important. I did not know how to express myself clearly so not to make someone be taken aback and next time would think it twice to talk clearly about his concerns. As I was thinking about this I received the wonderful explanatory letter from the Bishop himself. He addressed practically all the questions we were asking.
I was 100% sure, without doubt, that this would be the case. From the very beginning.
Martha and Mary, in last week's liturgy, is an emphasis of two ways at seeing life. I hope, with the Spirituality Team, with Deborah, we can deepen this reality.
Kenya is NOT doing work with the children, the families or building buildings. All these will pass. Maybe after some years they won't even remember us.
But what remains is the love we put in whatever we are assigned to do.
Everyone has his own plans and wishes....but it's more important to 'lose' these plans and wishes to be able to be free to discover new visions and new dreams.
Those of us who will be tied up to their own plans will find it difficult to make the real experience of Kenya.
If I may add a personal anecdote. This is the fourth time i have been doing mission group volunteering. The main difficulty is always the same: relationships. All the speakers who came to talk to us emphasized just one single thing: unity. I do remember on several occasions that members come but when they meet obstacles they would create cliques, excluding others, and being always with the same persons whom they feel comfortable with. To the extent that this happens - our Mission will be a flop (no matter how grandiose things we do),
But unity depends on each one of us.
There will be mistakes...and it is when we are aware of the mistakes around us that we prove unity. It's easy to be united when everything will run smooth.
But it's not realistic to expect 35 strongly-opinionated individuals to live together for 20 days in a foreign country with weather conditionings to run all smooth and serene.
Life is difficult.
And so will be our experience.
The seed won't give fruit unless it dies.
If the seed remains a seed to be itself it will never make fruits.
We are called to give fruits....
But not everyone is ready to pay the price....
Are you?
Colin
PS All I ask of you is to remember me as loving you.
I AM BECAUSE WE ARE ....
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Kariuki Njiru Paul <kariukipaulnjiru@gmail.com> wrote:
Hello Fr Colin Apap. How are you? How is your team? I wish you success in your final tasks in preparation for your mission in EMBU Kenya.
Be assured that I and the local community we will give the project of orphans maximum support. Currently it is not possible to say how much the whole project will cost but Divine Providence is always there for the needs of the poor ones of God. I Haven't seen the plan yet and I request you to resend it again.
Concerning the place and security. I formed a team that is busy preparing for the place where the entire team will stay. They will also organise for the transport to the places of work. The security is our first priority and some members our team will stay with your team too.
The electricity is there. For health reasons the water for drinking we shall buy the certified bottled water. For cooking and washing we shall use the ordinary pipe water. Internet you shall use the local sim cards for internet. Those who have lap tops, iPad or Tablets should carry them for they can use them comfortably for internet.
About a presentation in the TV here in Kenya they demand that we buy airtime which costly to engage in but we can invite them to cover some of the works and interview team members. Where you will stay will be 24 hours guarded.
Once again be assured of my maximum support. I am very passionate about the home for the orphans a place that will guarantee them a place to stay and have their education without interruption.
I look forward for a very successful mission in Kenya in all the areas you will work. In the hospital, in the health centers, in the parishes, and if possible in the schools. I am sure that your team will appreciate very much their mission in Kenya. May the Mother of all missionaries, The of Jesus, accompany you in your preparations.
God bless you all.
Meeting with Dr Joseph Muscat
The meeting we had today with Dr Joseph Muscat at Castille went extremely well. On behalf of all the team of Kenya Mission International 2013, I would like to thank Dr Joseph Muscat for giving us an opportunity to meet him and for expressing his appreciation and support.
Fr Colin
Fr Colin
Monday 29 July 2013
Why I'm part of Kenya Mission International - Franca
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You asked us to write why we have chosen to join your team which will be doing missionary work in Kenya.
Although I always thought highly of anyone who gave up his free time to do missionary work abroad I never came across an opportunity until you approached me. I accepted.
I wish to have the opportunity to make a difference (even if minimal) in someone else's life; I wish to share with others that which God has given me; I wish to make new friends (besides the ones in our team) be they children, adults or old people.
All I wish to get in return is their smile.
Now that I have made contact with Sr Florence I wish to support the great work that she and Bishop Paul are doing in Embu.
I am looking forward to going there to work wholeheartedly and to return happier than I left.
Franca
Sunday 28 July 2013
My motivation: Daniela
Daniela Smith
I am a 27 year old female, currently working as a staff nurse at St James Hospital in Sliema. As a nurse for the past 4 years, I am fulfilling my dreams by using my nursing skills to help the sick and make a difference in people’s lives.
As far back as I can remember, from a very young age, I have always wanted to fulfil one of my dreams/wishes; that is to travel to a less fortunate country and carry out voluntary work amongst children and adults.
My main aim as a voluntary missionary worker in Africa will definitely be to continue using my skills amongst the sick, helping others face everyday challenges and most of all to hopefully leave an impact in the lives of others by leaving a smile on their face.
I am not expecting a comfortable and easy environment but I am prepared for hard work; which will give me an insight into how these people live and what sacrifices they have to make to get through their everyday life.
I am hoping that this will be a life long experience for me, helping me appreciate my life and the people around me, teaching me humility as well as giving me a good idea of how the rest of the world goes through their daily live without the everyday comforts that most people take for granted.
Last but not least, I am prepared to give my utmost, making this experience a one to remember; both for me, as well as for all the people I meet, who I know will definitely touch my heart.
Saturday 27 July 2013
PHOTOS - JCC Enterprises Car Wash - Saturday 27 July 2013
These are some photos of the Car Wash at JCC Enterprises. I would like to thank EVERYONE who in some manner contributed to this Event. It was hard work in the scorching sun , but it was WORTH IT !
Kenya Mission International 2013 would like to thank JCC Enterprises for lending us their car washing facilities in support of this fund raising activity. Fr Colin
MaltaRigthNow.com - F'isem il-PN, Simon Busuttil juri l-apprezzament tiegħu għal dan il-ġest
F'isem il-PN, Simon Busuttil juri l-apprezzament tiegħu għal dan il-ġest | |
Bejn l-20 t'Awwissu u s-7 ta' Settembru, 35 voluntier ta' bejn it-13 u l-75 sena, se jibdew missjoni ta' 18-il ġurnata l-Kenja. Is-slogan ta' dan il-grupp missjunarju hu 'I am because WE ARE' għaliex fil-kultura Afrikana, it-tifsira ta' 'I' hija dedjjem f'relazzjoni ma' sens aktar kollettiv. - Continue Reading full Article on MaltaRigthNow.com
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An inspiring African proverb
A meaningful African proverb, much in line with the philosophy behind the mission statement of Kenya Mission International 2013 - I am because we are.
Thanks to Mildred for submitting the photo.
Fr Colin
Wednesday 24 July 2013
EMBU KENYA PARTY at Victor's Restaurant, MARSAXLOKK @ 7 pm
EMBU KENYA PARTY
at Victor's Restaurant, MARSAXLOKK
Time: 7 pm
Price: 12 euro
Full Maltese Menu
Bring your friends too...and a big big smile.
Tuesday 23 July 2013
CAR WASH for Kenya at JCC Enterprises Car Repairing & Service, Car Washing & Valeting
CAR WASH for Kenya
at JCC Enterprises Car Repairing & Service, Car Washing & Valeting
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Monday 22 July 2013
The Projects of Kenya Mission International
An initial visit to Embu was made by Fr. John from the mission office who met Bishop Paul of the Diocese of Embu earlier this year. Bishop Paul indicated the needs of his people namely to supply safe drinking water to about 600 people in a 2sq. km area including schools and community and the need of a building for children who are orphans. This will house around twenty children initially.
Bishop Paul has bought 2 acres of land which will be used for building this orphanage.
Our team of 35 consists of:
1. Medical Team – three doctors and six paramedics, physiotherapist and nurses - Lead by Dr.Josie Muscat from St.James Hospital
2. Engineering Team – four engineers and two technicians lead by Michael Attard ( and locally by engineers Marco Cremona and Paul Refalo who are assisting)
3. Social Team – teachers , counselling , university students, workers
4. Builders
This will be owned and run by the Catholic Diocese of Embu (Bishop Paul Kariuki Bishop of Embu - Kariuki Njiru Paul
We are also being assisted by ECOSPACE CONSULTANTS in Nairobi to coordinate the information required on this project and on a water purification plant which will be built by our engineers.
The building will be built by local workers. Also the water purification plant will be built together with local people in order that they participate and take ownership.
The project of the building will be starting during our stay and will be finished in a 2-3 month period.
Our team of engineers will complete the installation and commissioning of the water purification plant during our stay in Embu. The cost for the equipment will be in the range of 10,000€.
We already have an ultra filtration unit which will be used to block any bacteria and pathogens from the water and make it into safe potable water. We also need to install an Ultra Violet unit as a backup system in case of ultra filtration unit failure. Our plan is to have the system running on an off-grid Photo voltaic system for which we have already several promises for equipment donations.
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We have also signed an agreement with Malta University for the use of a water desalination unit which developed from research activity sponsored by the Malta Council of Science & Technology.
These are passive (no need of energy) desalination units which can be used in remote areas where there is water which however is not safe for drinking.
We are building one unit which we will take with us and we plan to teach local people how to build such units. This could develop into a business set up for these units to be sold to local communities in remote regions.
Meeting with Dr Simon Busuttil
The meeting we had today with Dr Simon Busuttil went extremely well. On behalf of all the team of Kenya Mission International 2013, I would like to thank Dr Simon Busuttil for giving us an opportunity to meet him and for his appreciation and support.
Fr Colin
Fr Colin
UPDATE - by Fr Colin on the car wash
I would like to thank everyone that has contributed to the Car Wash that was organised yesterday in Qawra. It was another occasion to live and work together as a TEAM.
Sunday 21 July 2013
Saturday 20 July 2013
WATER PURIFICATION PLANT
That's another reason why KENYA MISSION INTERNATIONAL are going to Embu...Among other Projects we are erecting a WATER PURIFICATION PLANT by our Maltese volunteers during August 2013. Can you help us to do more? Please feel free to phone me 00 356 7999 14 59 OR enter our website Kenya Mission International 2013
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