March 2024
Hellen’s Testimony
“The vision of Hands of Hope is to provide hope, family, and a future. This has been true in my life. Through Hands of Hope, I received hope which is Jesus Christ, a family through Westgate Haven and Calvary Baptist Church. I am looking forward to what the Lord has for my future. (3rd from the right – 1st row)
Having lost my family at a very young age I never thought I would finish school and achieve my dreams. However, my life was transformed in 2003 when I became part of Westgate Haven, an HOH residential home. It is through this opportunity that I am now a graduate from the University of Zimbabwe, was able to serve the Lord as a HOH camp leader and am now a HOH staff member as the Residential Care Coordinator. I married the love of my life on the 20th of January this year. I am grateful to the Lord for what Hands of Hope is doing in the lives of children who come into HOH homes, transformational centers and bridging schools.”
Patty and I witnessed Hellen’s arrival back in 2003 as we brought a team to refurbish the home. I remember taking the picture with Hellen and the other precious children that were under the care of Jossie Mutingwende and her husband Aaron. Jossie was a schoolteacher for years and her passion for education has influenced the young women from Westgate Haven in pursuing higher education.
The Word of God tells us in Luke 2 that, “Jesus kept increasing in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and people.” God’s favor in Hellen’s life through your generosity has given her beauty for ashes. Thank you!
Website: hohafrica.org
glen@valleychurch.org
Because He first loved us,
Glen and Patty