On Saturday, June 20, our students departed for a new host family and a new setting to begin their Service Term, the second half of SST. Stay tuned for more updates about the communities in which the students are living and the volunteer work they're doing with nonprofits, community organizations, and municipal governments!
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Familia za Mwenyeji (Host Families)!
Jan 12 2025
The students day began very early as they packed their things and prepared to meet their host families. It was an early morning wake up for church that began at 7 a.m.. Those who were up early due to jet lag were ready to go! Our group was welcomed with open arms at Kanisa la Mennonite in Upanga
and after a service complete with communion, the students and hosts were introduced. A quick picture and brief goodbyes were exchanged and they all went their separate ways. We look forward to seeing them in the morning ready to begin their first full week- complete with KiSwahili language classes, field trips and more!
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