THE HEART OF AFRICA AND AFRICAN CULTURE
On the evening of Saturday, November 7, 2015, people from many different charitable organizations came together to enjoy African food and entertainment at a fundraiser for WFWPSchools of Africa Project, the 20 year-long effort to build schools and educate underprivileged children in Africa.
Michigan WFWP chairwoman Mrs. Michelle Lindsay and her team of women from the USA, Africa, Germany, Austria, Brazil, Japan, Moldova, the Philippines, and South America put together aprogram centered on African entertainment. One of our friends, Rev. Nathan Proche, loaned us some African art from his collection to decorate the venue.
The youngsters from the Kisile family began the program with traditional African songs and Christian songs in both French and English. They were so vibrant and energetic and they started the program off on a high note.
A sumptuous dinner included African, Japanese, European, and American foods that were heartily enjoyed by all who came. You can see by the photos that those who volunteered to make and offer the food for the evening contributed greatly to the success of the gathering.
Mrs. Patricia Fliginger, the chairwoman for the WFWP Chicago chapter and the Midwest WFWP advisor, explained the mission of WFWP and the purpose of the gathering. The guest speaker, Mrs. Sabine Kouassi, gave a heartfelt talk on her experience living in Africa and working with WFWP there. Sabine is originally from Germany and her husband, Emmanuel, is from Africa. She also explained the needs in the schools there, and how the donated money would be spent.
Ms. Kumiko Wakai, originally from Japan, explained the history of the schools and how they were started by Japanese missionaries many years ago. Kumiko also related how much the Japanese WFWP ladies who are working in Africa appreciate the help and support of WFWP USA.
During the evening, WFWP Michigan raised $1,400 for the WFWP Schools of Africa through the kind ness and generosity of those present. It all goes to show that, as WFWP coordinator of the annual Day of Service in Washington, DC, Minister Chi Mauuso, says, "It takes teamwork to make the dream work."
The Schools of Africa project of WFWP International is making headway in educating the next generation of people and leaders in countries in Africa; and WFWP USA is helping to make that a reality. If you would like to donate to this inspiring cause, click here to go to the website and make a donation! Every little bit helps!
