A few days ago, I was able to experience a moment that many others only dream of. Meeting my sponsored student Joshua in Orem was truly a privilege. I was able to step into his world face to face. He was a little shy at first but somehow made sure that he was very close to me the entire time I was there. We first worshiped together and he just sat close and was quick to smile back at me when I smiled at him. Later in the day after some other activities, I was able to personally give him the...

Primary schools in Uganda use a standardized test, called the Primary Leaving Exam, to determine the quality of education received by students and their readiness for secondary school. The scoring is done by aggregates: Aggregate Range Grade Meaning 4 – 12 Grade 1 Excellent performance 13 – 23 Grade 2 Very good performance 24 – 29 Grade 3 Fair performance 30 – 34 Grade 4 Poor performance 35 – 36 Grade U Ungraded (fail) This past year was the first time Bubago Lutheran...

Your generosity allowed the Lutheran Church of Uganda to put together a great day for hundreds of kids in the village of Orem. A once-a-year meal that included meat, music, Father Christmsa and lots of dancing! Special memories for this community!