Day 2: Arise and Shine

Arise and Shine Uganda (AASU) is a project in Jinja, Uganda dedicated to protecting and providing for the most vulnerable of children.The AASU project consists of a Children’s Care Home, a Primary School, and Community Education and Outreach Programs. Over the past 2 months, AASU has secured itself a very special place in my heart—particularly the Children’s Home. I first visited the Arise and Shine Children’s Home while traveling with the Mercy for Mamas team. I left the home that day a completely changed person, and it wasn’t long (3 days to be exact) before I returned to soak up more of the love and happiness that Arise and Shine had to offer. I’ve been back to the children's home numerous times since then and each time, I leave with so much hope for all of the children there. Here are a few reasons why my cup runneth over for these children and the ladies who live to serve them….

 

The women who work at the babies home are called “Mamas” and they earn that name on a daily basis.  These Mamas are fiercely dedicated to the children in their care and they just exude love. The director of the AASU program, Sharon, has become a great friend of mine. Her heart for AASU is evident in how hard she fights for the children who are in her care. She does everything in her power to make sure their every need is met. But she can’t do it alone—the needs are just too great. And this is where you and I come in. Their greatest need at the moment is monthly sponsorship of a child at the Primary School—visit the link to find out how you can help. Give as much as you’re able…every little bit helps. I’m so thankful that Arise and Shine was placed on my heart. I’m thankful that I’ve been able to witness the women of AASU devote their lives to helping these children, who otherwise, would have been forgotten. I’m thankful that I’m in a position to advocate for these children. Most of all, I’m thankful that I know people who have hearts like yours. I’m thankful that, from half a world away, you have the ability to help these children—you have the ability to do more than just watch.

all of my love and happiness,
Bliss xxxx