Highlights

Dear friends of Father's Divine Love Ministries -

I will begin by apologies for not having written in a very long while, as my schedule has gone from busy to hectic, I have found very little time to do email to my own hurt. the other factor has been this Facebook site which kind of keeps one updated on a daily basis including giving one an opportunity to chat with friends.

However, the reasons above is not justification for my ineffective communication to very faithful friends regarding God's work through us here in Uganda. and what i will do now is to briefly break down a few highlights of the work as it has progressed through the year 2008.

1) RAPHA CHILDREN'S HAVEN: The Lord's Faithfulness has been so great to us in this children's home. We have witnessed God's faithfulness in sustaining 58 orphaned, vulnerable and abandoned children in Rapha. They have all stayed in school throughout the year. They have been clothed, fed, treated, loved, nurtured, inspired and blessed. We have had many that have gone down with such issues as malaria, typhoid, coughs, infections of some sorts, minor accidents during play times, etc. But in every case, the Lord has raised each and everyone up. We also have one who has gone from HIV to full blown AIDS but God has enabled us to administer ARV's and tuberculosis treatment to keep everything under control. We thank the Lord for sustaining the children.

2) MULTIPURPOSE HALL: This home has also experienced the Lord's provision through the construction of a multipurpose hall for the children's chapel services which also serves as premise for Divine Love Church services.

3) GIRLS WING: A new storied girls wing has been finished with a full capacity of 32 children. This wing however will take in 24 kids to allow 2 families use the wing to provide parental guidance. We believe that children don't need to just survive but receive full parental love and guidance.

4) PENIEL CHILDREN'S VILLAGE: Underway is the development of a small community in Nakanyonyi village which is about a 3 minutes drive north of Rapha Children's home. We named it Peniel deriving the concept from Jacob's encounter (wrestling) with God where he named the place PeniEl meaning "because I saw God face to face" (Gen 32:20). Our intention therefore is that the children who come through this place will experience God who will in turn give them beauty for ashes (Is 61:3).

In this development, 8 homes and a multipurpose chapel hall will be set up. In each 3 bedroom house, with full facilities, will live a maximum of 10 children under the care of a couple, or caregiver. The community will use a central kitchen and have devotions together with each family, having a day or week of "community leadership". They will serve in the preparation of meals at the central kitchen and lead the spiritual nurture of the base, etc. The challenge of developing this area has been a lack of water, but a borehole will soon be drilled to kick start this project; which by the end of next year will be a community with up to 80 former orphans.

5) LINGIRA ISLAND CHILDREN: Everything is possible if we believe (Luke 18:27)! I first visited this island in 2004 which is 1hr 30mins off the mainland in Lake Victoria. Many islands in Uganda serve as havens for people who ran from the mainland to run away from the law for the offenses committed. This gave rise to communities of lawless and apathetic dwellers, with the highest HIV prevalence in the nation. On this particular island there are 2000 people living in 4 communities. The biggest camp has up to 56% of the people living with the HIV virus. Over the last 4 years alone, more than 10 heads of family I was aquainted with have died as well as many others I didn't know. This to us was an indicator of an orphaned presence of children.

When we first visited in 2004, my wife Sarah and I started sponsoring 3 year old girl also named Sarah. then through kinder who is now in elementary school. She is now in elementary school. In 2006, Momma Sandy Williams from Madison, Wisconsin, USA extended her heart for the children of this community by sponsoring 32 children through school for the year. Another donation was given from our partner World Orphans to sponsor another 34 kids. Today we celebrate a year where 66 kids on this isolated island have had education and medical intervention including HIV/AIDS testing and routine deworming.

It costs only $1560 USD to put 32 kids on this island through school for a WHOLE year including the provision for uniforms and other scholastic materials. We have however noticed that the hungry aren't able to concentrate in school and we are daring to believe God for the provision of a meal a day next year. We are also praying for His enabling to build a children's home for the many orphaned and abandoned of this island.

6) FOSTER CARE CHILDREN: These are the orphaned and vulnerable children under FDLM's child sponsorship program who have relatives to live with. Currently, we are only providing education around Rapha Children's home. Thus far we have seen the Lord's hand in enabling 21 of them to be in school.

7) NEEDY HOUSEHOLD EMPOWERMENT: This program works to empower the widows and vulnerable women to meet of their basic needs with donated pigs and skills training. We now have a mechanic, 3 salonists, and 4 subsistence farmers supporting themselves and their families from this program.

8) CHURCH: Divine Love Church is blessed to be congregating in a new building at Rapha Children's Home. The hall, donated by World Orphans, has a capacity of 220 parishioners. We are grateful to meet this capactiy. On a given Sunday, this fills and spills over during our main services with over 30 people standing through the service due to having no place inside. While the Kingdom is not about numbers, we do celebrate the grace of God granted to us to reach out to the community and bring those that have been added to the fellowship into the Kingdom.

We continue to pray for increase, that the gospel will be shared and that the harvest will enlarge. Our evangelism department has not put its guns down over the year with several operations yielding lots of eternal dividends. We have managed to stage an outreach rally every Sunday night outside the children's home where the church meets with hundreds gathering to hear the Gospel through our Nigerian films cast on the walls via a digital projector and thousands gathering when we have guest artists. This has brought in many many souls into the Lord's house.

9) LIVE CONNECTION PASTORS SUPPORT: Some friends from Sydney, Australia have preferred partnering with a local rural church pastor to sponsor them with $45 AUD per month to help them have their basic needs met. 12 pastors have benefit ted and more will as the Lord enlarges their territory. We also conduct training with these pastors once a month to help facilitate discipleship having in mind that in Africa, we don't have to go through seminary to lead churches. So, since the Lord doesn't call the qualified but qualifies those He has called, these faithful men and women receive training once a month to help them add to what they have for the effectiveness of their ministries. We have been blessed by the visiting teams which have had such great impact on the work of all ministry departments of FDLM.

So to cut the long stories short, 140 kids plus more have been beneficiaries of God's grace of parenting through Father's Divine Love Ministries. The Gospel of the Kingdom has been preached and several families strengthened. 12 rural pastors have been supported and 20 altogether continue to benefit from our training programs. This last week was a highlight in the training with pastors Bill and Doug offering skills in leadership which was such an immense blessing.

Finally brethren, i get to visit UK and USA from tomorrow until Dec 15th. So, i will have to be gone for 8 weeks in a bid to raise resources for the priceless vision. Yes, I know its a very long time but I am willing to pay the price for the advancement of God's Kingdom on His beloved continent, the great Africa. I will be raising friends and funds for this work to invest in a transportation business to work towards self-sustenance of the ministry. This is so that donations will be supplements and not primary sources of ministry survival, so that not receiving donations won't mean dissolving the ministry. If there is an opening in your church or group for a possible presentation opening, don't worry about how I will get there, 10-20 minutes would mean the whole world to me. Now I pray that you may prosper and be in good health, even as your souls prosper. I look forward to your forgiveness for not writing when I should have and to your replies. I will keep in closer touch during my sojourn and am setting up a blog where you will receive constant updates. Every blessing be yours in His most everlasting service,

Pastor David Livingstone Zijjan

ACTS 5:40-42, 10:38,
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Father's Divine Love Ministries - June Report 2008

Father’s Divine Love Ministries
1/7/08
MONTHLY REPORT
JUNE 2008

Administrator’s Report

June was a very busy month for FDLM and here at Rapha Children’s Haven, due to the short term mission teams that arrived from the United States. Several of the projects that the Administrator and Program Manager had been working on were temporarily put on “hold” due to his commitment to the teams. He did an incredible job with the scheduling and supervision of the teams.

In regards to the “transition process” this remains ongoing and it is our plan to have it completed effectively by the end of August. Projects will be prioritized in manner of urgency.

Treatment Log Book

The Treatment Log Book has proven to be quite beneficial for documentation purposes as well as for payment purposes. It has helped in monitoring beneficiary’s health status and in seeking additional treatment. The Finance Manager now cross checks the Log Book before issuing payment to the clinic in Bugembe. The log book also helps in watching for increases in treatment charges.

Office Organization

The refrigerator has been relocated into the living room area in order to transform the kitchen area of the Administration office into a private office for the Director. Walls have been washed and the cabinets emptied. There is still renovation that needs to occur, however the space is operational for the time being. It was imperative for the Director to have a more private office space for meeting with clients and discussing confidential issues with staff. Organization within the Admin office also remains ongoing. Walls in this area have also been washed and prepped for painting thanks to the team from Simpson University. Staff is being reminded of their responsibility of assuring that their workspace is kept clean and organized.

Due to the fact that staff has been very involved with supervising and assisting the teams, there has been some delay in projects proceeding. We are all very committed to seeing projects completed and will proceed in a timely manner. It remains a priority though to assure that the presence of teams at the base does not interrupt completely the administrative responsibilities required for effective operation of FDLM.

Beneficiary Profiles

Revision of FDLM profiles continues to be a priority. The Administrator and Program Coordinator have targeted 20th of August for completion. It is the plan to have profiles prepared for the Director to take with him when he travels in September or October.

Care Plans / Conferences

Care Conferences were held for Galieango Abdul, Akuma Halima, and Nakatuba Hajati on 24-06-08. The Interdisciplinary Team [Director, Administrator, Program Manager, and Child Welfare Manager] met to establish care plans for each beneficiary. Individual Care Plans are now in these beneficiary’s files.

As a result of these Care Conferences, the Administrator and Program Manager have met with Halima’s uncle to discuss the possibility of Halima being moved to another home. Due to her changing medical and HIV status it is imperative that she receive the best medical care available. Also of great importance is assuring that her psychosocial needs are addressed and met, in order to provide her with the quality of life that she is so deserving of. Halima has presented with some serious behavior issues here at the base, such as “spitting” in other children’s tea. She is in need of counseling intervention and psychosocial support in dealing with her diagnosis. The Administrator will proceed with making an appointment for her CD4 count to be determined and for any follow up care determined.

On 13th June the Administrator and Program Manager met with Halima’s uncle to discuss Halima’s Care Plan and the outcome of the Care Conference. The uncle was appreciative of the care provided to Halima and that staff were addressing concerns. He agreed to the possibility of discharging his niece from FDLM and placing her in an environment that specializes in caring for children living with HIV/AIDS. It was repeatedly stressed to him that the decision to find another placement for Halima was not for any other reason than wanting to do our best for her, and to insure that she experienced the quality of life she so deserves. The uncle was asked to please not discuss the possibility of his niece leaving Rapha Children’s Haven with her at all at this time. The Administrator will contact Cherish Uganda in Entebbe for a possible referral and to assist us in consideration of other appropriate placements as they are considered an organization of the highest standards in caring for children who are diagnosed with HIV/Aids once all the medical information is obtained.

Galieango Abdul was shifted from Nakanyonyi Primary School to Busoga Junior School. Due to Abdul’s medical condition [asthma] it was determined by the IDT team at his care conference to do so. He was enrolled at his new school on 30th June. The Administrator met initially with the school Administrator, and then with the Headmaster to discuss Abdul’s condition and needs. FDLM Administrator provided an In-service Training for the staff, including the school nurse, with emphasis on the triggers and symptoms that Abdul presents with when having an attack. An additional inhaler has been purchased which cost 70,000/= and has been left with the Headmaster. Staff was also trained on how to administer the medication to Abdul. A care plan was also left at the school with the nurse and Headmaster.

Nakatuba Hajita and Wakabi Tifu were taken to be tested for HIV as the IDT team had been concerned about their status due to frequent illnesses. Both children tested negative, thank you Jesus!!! Both children will continue to be monitored closely, and as indicated further medical follow up will be provided.

Program Manager’s Report

A wide range of ministry opportunities were scheduled in advance for each team. Programming consisted of school ministry and community outreaches. A team of 4 from Simpson University in Redding California arrived 19th May and remained with FDLM until 18th June. On 25th June a team of 17 arrived from Colorado and will remain with us until 4th July. Morgan will be departing from FDLM, but certainly not our hearts on 3rd July. She has been an incredible blessing to this ministry

The Simpson Team together with Morgan did some fantastic work in as far as the Home Cell Fellowships. They shared their passion for serving the Lord and the Gospel with villagers in Kikuku, Nakanyonyi and Wanyange villages. The children’s cell groups have continued to grow in the number of participants.

The team was able to visit and minister in 17 schools, 12 primary schools and 5 secondary schools within Jinja and Kamuli Districts. At St. John SS, in Wakitaka the team shared about purity. One of the female team members, Jessica shared her testimony and how she had been the victim of rape in the United States. She testified how the Lord has healed her from the pain and trauma of it. The students were deeply moved and impacted by her testimony and at the conclusion; many came forward for prayer and to share their own experiences. The team truly showed the Father’s Heart, and shared with them the hope that can only be found in HIM.

This team also traveled to Mbulamuti Village in Kamuli District where they reached out to over 900 pupils at Mbulamuti Primary School and 700 secondary pupils. The participants were excited to learn new songs, and watch the skits that were presented. At the high school, the team shared again about purity and also about leadership. Jarrod, a young man of 19 shared his testimony. 15 participants accepted the Lord as their personal savior.

After leaving the schools, later in the evening the team proceeded to Mbulamuti Trading Center where FDLM ministered to the community through our film ministry. The film shown was “Babina”. The content of the film focused on discouraging people from living promiscuous lives and on embracing God’s plan as the best. The team also reached out to Musima village, and among the schools that they visited and ministered at was: Musima Primary School, Valley View Primary School, Mpumudde SS. Wanyange Progressive, St.John SS, Wakitaka, Wairaka Primary, Hidden Treasure, Joy Primary School, Living Streams Elementary, St. Paul’s SS, Good Heart SS, Busoga Junior School and Wairaka Modern.

The Simpson team faced some challenges within the team dynamics itself, which we are sure is a result in part due to the fact that the team leader was removed from the team only days before their departure to Uganda and miscommunication this leader had been responsible for. There was also personality issues within the team, with one girl often found in tears as a result of feeling isolated from the other 2 team members. It was discovered that she was not easily adaptable. Jessica, the other young woman came down with malaria while here. Despite all this, the team blessed many individuals and especially the lives of our children here at Rapha Children’s Haven

On 25th June a team of 17 arrived from New Life Church in Colorado. This team was led by Pastor Jeremiah, the church’s Youth Pastor. They were picked up at Entebbe Airport by FDLM staff and then taken to Wakiso, as this was prearranged and not part of the FDLM program. They spent the afternoon there ministering at the school and then proceeded on to the Base.

It was an absolute blessing to have the ability to accommodate a team of this size at Rapha Children’s Haven. The bottom level of the storied building was completed, except for electricity. Rooms were finished, painted and windows had glass. Each of the rooms had bedding and mosquito nets for 6. By the time the Hospitality team had finished the rooms, each of the four rooms was arranged as nicely as a hotel room!!!

The Colorado team will remain with us for the remainder of their 10 day stay, and have been an incredible blessing already to this Ministry. They visited 3 schools, Wakitaka SS, Hidden Treasure and Living Streams. They ministered the Gospel through song, skits and testimonies. This is a dynamic team and they are on fire for the Lord.

On the 27th June, the team traveled to Buwagi Village where they participated in a Revival overnight prayer meeting. We were so grateful to have the Coaster and Van in order to transport us. This meeting was presided over by the Chairman of the Uganda Born Again Christian Leader’s Fellowship, Apostle Alex Mitala. FDLM [Divine Love Church] partnered with the churches of this village in the organization of this incredible event. The event had over 500 people in attendance, and it was held at the school soccer pitch. It was exciting to watch this team in action, their passion for serving the Lord was so evident. Many Pastors were prayed for and encouraged as well as participants. Many souls came to the Lord, and were delivered from bondage as prayer began to intensify. The team was in awe of the POWER of the Lord, His visitation that evening was undeniable to all in attendance. They team did not return to the base until 2:30 am, and were still on fire as they spoke about all that had been unleashed by the Lord that evening.

On the 30th June the team travelled to Bugadde Village to visit Emmanuel Orphanage and the school where children from the orphanage as well as the community attend. They again ministered in song, skits and simply sharing the love of Jesus with them.
We are eagerly looking forward to experiencing all the ways the Lord will use this dynamic team to bring the lost and hurting to Him!! They radiate the Father’s Heart!!

Education

This month we have had to consider two emergency educational cases, Berchan Brenda and Olokojoi Simon are at this time being considered for FDLM’s educational sponsorship program. Olokojoi Simon is in vocational school at Wairaka and Berchan Brenda is a student at Good Heart Secondary School.

FDLM was unable to ensure the payment of Annet Biryeli’s school fees as we had hoped as the funds were not available as of this writing. At this time, we have intervened on her behalf with the school, by requesting an extension on the original Pardon request made in May. Kira College Butiki, where another of our beneficiaries, Moses Kamira attends increased their school fees by 42,000/= due to the escalating prices of commodities [ fuel and food] This also had an impact on our already stretched budget, however the fee was able to be paid to ensure Moses was able to return to his studies.

As of this month of June we owe 2,599,800/= in school fees for FDLM beneficiaries. We serve a mighty God, and believe He knows our needs and is our great provider.

One of our beneficiaries here at Rapha Children’s Home, Kwagala Susan was beaten by her teacher at Nakanyonyi Primary School. Susan is in P3 class and is 9 years old. The teacher caned her severely on her wrist, fingers and the side of her abdomen. The Administrator and Child Welfare Manager took her for medical treatment as soon as the injury was discovered. After receiving treatment, which included an x-ray of the injured wrist and fingers it was determined that she had a severe sprain and possible hair line fracture of the wrist. The child was in such acute pain that she had to receive an injection for the pain. Her wrist was put into a brace to immobilize it and prevent further injury.

FDLM reported the abuse that same day to the main Police Station in Jinja. Susan, the Administrator as well as the Director submitted written statements in regards to the incident. A police officer escorted Susan and the Director to the school in order for Susan to identify the teacher. She had been alerted by the Headmaster and fled the school premises when it was known that a police officer had arrived on campus.

The Director and Administrator had met with the Headmaster to discuss this serious situation, only for the Headmaster to try and shift responsibility and blame onto FDLM, which of course was ludicrous! Another meeting was held with several school Board Members as well as the abusing teacher. After much discussion and firm reprimand to the teacher by the Director, a decision was made to require the teacher to pay the medical expenses for Susan, which amounted to 150,000/=. A payment of 100,000/= was made this month, and the balance of 50,000/= is to be paid in July. It was also made unquestionably clear, that the file against this teacher would remain open at the Police Station and if further action was required FDLM would not hesitate to pursue the case in court.

Susan has completely recovered from her injuries, and continues to still love to go to school!!

Transportation / Child Welfare Manager’s Report

Transportation: The FDLM coaster has been repaired and is back in operation. The coaster has been utilized for transporting teams at FDLM. Our motorcycle is still in need of repair. The repairs are estimated at 134,000 /=. The motorcycle should be repaired as soon as funds are available as it is a more cost effective mode of transportation for quick trips to Bugembe for supplies and transporting a child to the clinic and staff to Home Cell Groups.

Staff continues to believe in faith for the repair to the motorcycle, as well as for funds to purchase another FDLM vehicle. As the ministry continues to grow, the necessity to have a second vehicle to meet the needs of the base has become quite evident. Often times our van is a distance away and there is an emergency at the base, requiring staff to rely on the availability of a special hire taxi (transporting sick children for medical treatment etc).

Staff is observing closely anytime fuel is pumped into the van. Someone is always to get out of the van to assure the fuel requested is put into the van and that a receipt is obtained.

Child Welfare: There were 14 children treated for Malaria and 2 staff this month as well as one team member from Simpson University. Two children and 1 staff were treated for typhoid. It is to be noted that there is some question to accurate diagnosis of malaria and typhoid from the clinic in Bugembe. It is recommended that we purchase rapid malaria tests for the base. These will help us in obtaining accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment for our children and staff. The Administrator will be submitting a report to the Director in regards to our policy and procedure for providing medical treatment at Rapha Children’s Haven. Many children are treated for illnesses [cold and flu] that can be treated safely here at the base which would greatly reduce our medical expenditures.

Diagnosed cases of typhoid have reduced from 8 cases in May to 1 case in June, which happened to be a staff member. Diligence in monitoring children at the base who are at the water tap [faucet] as well as frequent reminders has proven effective. However more needs to be done in regards to personal hygiene with our children. Children are not washing their clothing or bed sheets often enough and mattresses are not being taken outside to air out in the sun. Many children have been using and sharing dirty sponges for bathing. There were 7 cases of skin rashes as a result of this practice.

It has not been for lack of provision, but due to the fact that children have not taken care of their belongings. For example, each dorm room was given 2 new basins in December. One basin was for washing clothes, the other for mopping the floor in their rooms. Basins were color coded for use for infection control. Within one month the basins had been lost of damaged. Instead of washing dirty clothing, children have been observed throwing the still good clothing away. Staff will continue to mentor the children and remind them to be good stewards of what they have been blessed with, as well as improving personal hygiene practices. Consequences will be given for disregard of property or for defiance of proper personal hygiene.

In regards to suggestions noted for consideration in the May monthly report, the following have been put into practice:

1. More water has been being boiled for drinking purposes. However with the school break approaching it is being recommended to provide still 2 more jerry cans.

2. Tooth brushes and tooth paste were given to children who were in need of them. Children have been instructed again not to use the tap water for brushing. Every child was given an empty water bottle to keep cooled boiled water in for this purpose.

3. A drying rack for dishes and pans has been constructed

Psychosocial Needs

The interdisciplinary team [Director, Administrator, Child Welfare Manager and Program Manager] met to hold Care Conferences for the following children: Akuma Halima, Galiwango Abdul and Nakatuba Haajati [Sida] to discuss health and behavior issues. Care Plans have been completed and are being implemented. Further details are provided in the Administrator’s report.

It was stated in the May monthly report that the boys as well as the girls were in need of underpants [knickers]. Thanks to the incredible efforts of Morgan every child received several new pairs!! Children also received a new out fit and personal gifts and every child received a new treated mosquito net.

Behavior of the children at Rapha Children’s Home has become an issue that needs to be addressed by the IDT [Interdisciplinary Team]. Some of our children have become disrespectful to staff, especially the older girls and often do not do what they have been asked to do in regards to helping out around the base. The overall attitude has been one of entitlement and not one of being appreciative of the blessings they receive.

Finance Manager’s Report

The Finance Manager’s time was for the most part spent with assisting the Program Manager with the teams. He served as an interpreter for the school and community outreaches and also with the Home Cell Groups.

The Administrator will continue to work closely with the Finance Manager, and assist in training of organizational practices to help stream line work more efficiently.

Expenditure Breakdown
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Expense Item Total Expenditure Paid Balance Due

Utilities
Water 230,036
Electricity 552,817
Security 90,000
Loan Processing 90,000

Feeding
Food Supplier 2,085,700
Kitchen 945,700

Medical
Clinic 1,018,000
Hospitals 92,700

Administration
Air time 88,300
Gift/ Morgan 50,000
Reimbursement/Laurie 50,000
Cells and Wire 12,000
Office Stationary 4,500
Staff Salaries 260,000

Transport
Repairs 3,392,000
Fuel 716,000
Servicing 129,000
Parking/ Boda 39,000
Car Washing 5,000

Housekeeping 1,074,000

Farm
Farm Labor 30,000
Animal Feed 74,000
Vet Services 20,000
Bicycle Repair 65,500

Education
School Fees 3,106,700
Uniforms 30,000
Exercise Books 58,000

Expense Item Total Expenditure Paid Balance Due

Foster Home Support
Client Medical TX 90,000
Live Connection 840,000

Missions 140,000

Base Purchases
Wall Clock 35,000
Globe 10,000
Football 32,000
National Flag 35,000
Table Flag 1,000

Training
Sarah’s Graduation 280,000

Construction
Plumbing 4,145,000
Maintenance 60,000
Construction/ wiring and 6,985,200 *
Roofing new

* Construction on new storied building has made incredible progress however is not completed. Additional funds will be needed for completion of the top floor and for the electrical work still needing to be done. We believe in faith for the funds, as this upper floor will provide the Director and his family with the much needed living space.

Total Expenditures: 26,350,103

Total Paid Out: 22,643,980

Ending – Balance Due: 5,899,753

** All Figures are in UGS

Father's Divine Love Ministries - May Report 2008

Father's Divine Love Ministries 12/06/2008
MONTHLY REPORT
MAY 2008

Administrator’s Report:

The Administrator has been working hand in hand with our Program Manager during this period of transition in positions. Ivan is to be commended for his patience and support during this period of training. His commitment and experience has been an absolute blessing!
The following has been implemented during the month of May:

1. Stand up Meeting

Immediately following staff devotions a ten minute stand up meeting is held. All Department Managers present to the team their agendas for the day and apprise the team of any special needs or concerns.

2. Development of Treatment Log Book

This Log Book has been developed in order to maintain an accurate record of every time a beneficiary receives medical treatment. The Log Book will also serve as back up documentation for billing accuracy. The Medical Log is maintained by the Administrator who reviews FDLM documentation with records of the appropriate clinics prior to the Finance Manager issuing payment to medical providers.

In addition to this practice, we have also instituted a Medical Treatment Log Sheet to be located in each beneficiaries file. If a child receives medical treatment all pertinent information is documented and maintained in their individual file. A Medical Expense Report was submitted to the Director on the 22nd of May 2008.

3. Office organization

Progress is being made in regards to implementing systems to assist in the organizational abilities of each department and to provide the Director with timely reports and documentation. The Administrator will continue to meet individually with each Department Manager to assist in implementation of new operational systems in order to help stream line information and departmental operation.

4. Beneficiary Profiles

Progress continues on updating individual profiles. A new profile form has been created and is now being utilized. The process has begun in regards to creating a Data Base that will include information on all FDLM beneficiaries including those in our Family Empowerment Program as well as detailed sponsor information. Profiles will be updated biannually in order to help staff provide sponsors with accurate information, as well as for “in house” accuracy for documentation and Grant and Proposal purposes.

Draft profiles have been completed for Lingira Island beneficiaries, however the information needs to be transferred onto the new FDLM Profile Form.. FDLM will be seriously pursuing sponsorship for these children as well as every FDLM beneficiary over this next quarter. Currently there are only 5 children who are being sponsored at Rapha Children’s Home. It is the goal of FDLM to achieve securing sponsorship for every Beneficiary in order to enhance their quality of life and assist FDLM in off setting the cost of meeting each individuals needs.

5. Beneficiary Care Plans / Conference

Care Plans will be written for each beneficiary child at Rapha Children’s Home which will specifically address a team approach to meeting each child’s psychosocial needs as well as areas of concerns. Care Conferences will be held every three months for each child and Care Plans will be reviewed and revised at that time. Care Plans will remain in beneficiary’s individual files and will be considered a confidential document. Care Plan / Conference Forms have been created.

The Administrator is Currently working on establishing a Care Conference schedule. In attendance at Care Plan / Conferences will be FDLM staff members: Director, Administrator, and Program Manager, Child Welfare Manager, Human Resource Manager. On a case by case basis. Other appropriate parties may be requested to attend the conference such as a child’s
Guardian, doctor, teacher etc.

6. Document / Resource Binders

The following binders have been created to help in steam lining FDLM documents
and resources:

· Forms: All forms created and utilized for the operation of FDLM and Rapha
Children’s Home will be organized in this binder.

· Resources: A binder has been created to organize resource information that would be of benefit to FDLM [ medical, educational services etc ]

· Correspondence / Memorandums: A binder has been created for all
Correspondence to and from the Director / Administrator

· Meeting Minutes: A separate binder will maintain all minutes of FDLM meetings where minutes are required to be taken. All confidential minutes will be maintained in the Director’s office in a locked file cabinet once one is purchased.

7. Staff Training

FDLM was able to send four of our staff to a workshop on the” Psychosocial Needs” of vulnerable children as well as Memory Book training. This workshop was an incredible opportunity for our staff and was organized by Orphans Know More which was held at the YWAM facility here in Bugembe. The workshop was facilitated by Habitat for Humanity in conjunction with the Elgon Project and lasted eight days.
We will be able to implement what has been taught to enhance the quality of service we provide our children.

Program Manager’s Report

Children returned to school on the 26th May 2008 for the second term. 60 children were able to return to school in uniforms and with the needed school supplies because of the Lord’s faithfulness. Expenditures for the FDLM Education Budget amounted to 3,106,700 /=. We had outstanding expenses for Kamira Moses who has been attending Kiira College in Butiki as well as for Biryeli Annet who is attending Jinja Progressive Academy. Moses was able to return to school with ALL the “extra” essential items as well as new uniform pants.

Letters requesting Pardons for an extension on school fee payments were hand delivered to Headmasters at the respective schools. The Administrator met personally with the Headmaster of Kiira College. We were granted the extensions by the absolute grace of our Lord. We were granted an extension for Moses to 4th June 2008 and will be able to make an initial payment of 230,000/=. Final payment of the balance due in the amount of 132,500/= will be paid on the 12th of June. School fees in the amount of 126,000/= are due on the 20th June 2008 for Annete.

FDLM enrolled four of our younger children in Kindergarten at Little Angels and we are continuing to believe the Lord will meet the financial needs to pay the balance of school fees. What a heart rendering moment it was seeing them stand so proud in their school uniforms with smiles beaming from their faces!!! Our God truly is a God of miracles, as each of these children stand as a living testimony!!

Currently there are 52 children living at Rapha Children’s Home. Our children are flourishing and growing strong in the Lord!! Within the Family Empowerment Program FDLM has identified 190 children for the Foster Program. Out of the 32 identified widows awaiting assistance, FDLM is assisting 9. We were able to bless a family in need during the month of May with two pigs.

Plans have been initiated in order to revise FDLM home visits and to utilize teams to deliver Empowerment Kits to some of our families. [Kerosene, soap, salt, worming medication, vitamin C etc].

Cell Groups continue to be conducted every Wednesday and Friday from 3:00 to 6:30 pm. Attendance in these fellowships continues to grow. On the 14th of May 2008 Children’s Fellowships were started to coincide with the adult fellowships in the surrounding villages. These fellowships have provided FDLM an opportunity to reach out to the children in our community. Children are ministered to through games, song, illustrated Bible stories and discussion. The fellowship in Kikuku began with 10 children and now has over 25 children. There are currently 13 children who attend from Nakanyoni.

Older Children from Rapha Children’s Haven have been assisting with translation and ministering to the children in the villages. It is very empowering for them to be able to reach out and minister to the community. Ten children have accepted the Lord, and all who attend leave with a deeper knowledge of just how much Jesus loves them!!!

On the 30th of April all staff attended a FDLM Brainstorming Session. It was during this session that one of the areas identified as needing expansion was that of psychosocial programming. Out of this discussion was the realization that we wanted to commit ourselves to forming more individualized and deeper connections with our children, resulting in deeper bonds with each child. Play Therapy programs as well as social programs are being designed and implemented. One example of this is a small group that was started on the 5th of May in the dorms of our older girls. The goal of this new program is to provide a more intimate environment where each girl will feel cherished and safe to open up and share their struggles, questions, dreams, goals and desires. The girls will be able to be ministered to in a more “one on one” atmosphere.

During the month of May, two Muslim girls have confessed Jesus as their Lord and Savior. One of the older girls is so hungry for the Lord, and passionate about serving Him. She has now given the message at several of our evening worship programs. Every girl has been given a personal prayer journal and they have embraced the opportunity to share so much of what has been long kept inside their hearts. The actual goal is to rise up one of the older girls to actually continue with the group under the guidance of the Administrator.

FDLM commissioned five of our beneficiary children to attend Hero Book training at the YWAM base where the psychosocial training had been held. The training was 19th – 24th of May. We were blessed by being given 5 slots in order to send our children. Staff met to make a team decision as to who would benefit most from this valuable training. The following children were sent: Mukubira Liz, Kibumba Abby, Waiswa Percy, Mabirye Harriet, and Ganagwa Ivan.
The children returned to the base transformed, feeling more self confident in them selves and excited to share and teach other children about their experiences.

Transportation / Child Welfare Manager’s Report

Transportation: The FDLM coaster has been taken in for major repair work.
The estimate of 4.64 million /= covers the following servicing:
3 new tires, engine overhaul, ignition repair, electrical wiring, 2 new batteries, panel beating, spraying, seat and floor repair as well as for liability insurance and our Passenger service license.

The coaster is a vital piece of equipment for FDLM; it serves as an avenue for
Revenue generation as it continues to be utilized as a taxi during the day. It is also an
important source of transportation for our church ministry and for teams.

Our motorcycle has been out of service the entire month of May and is also in need of repair work. An estimate for repair has been obtained, with labor and repairs being charged at 134,500 /=. The motorcycle repairs should be made as soon as financially possible as it is a much more cost effective mode of transportation for trips to Bugembe.

The cost of fuel continues to be outrageous and we need to continue to be good stewards of the van. There is a concern that the local pump in Bugembe has not been filling our van tank with the amount of fuel we have paid for. A suggestion has been made to fill the van completely once a week, eliminating daily trips only putting 5,000 to 10,000 /= in the tank at a time. In the interim, it is going to be required that someone steps out of the van and observes the fuel being pumped into the tank if this fuel station is used. A transportation log book has been placed in the van. Staff using the van is to complete it for trips to and from the base.

Monitoring of the fuel level is to be the responsibility of each driver using the van. Upon returning to the base if the fuel level is low staff needs to inform the Director or the Administrator. This will definitely help eliminate the possibility of running out of fuel.

We are thankful for the provision of the van to transport children for medical treatment, especially when there are several children. When it is raining or late at night, the van allows us to transport our children safely. The motorcycle remains a more cost effective mode of transportation for “non emergency” trips to the clinic for a single child. It is recommended as stated previously that when funds are available, that the motorcycle be repaired.

There were 7 diagnosed cases of malaria in children, 2 cases in staff and 2 team members from the states were also diagnosed with malaria. It is to be noted however, that one of the team members had been infected while in Kazozi. Immediate treatment was provided and all have recovered without complications.

Every child in the base received a new net in July, however the children were very destructive and most nets were severely torn, especially in the boy’s dorm within 5 months. Torn nets were sewn, but within several days they were severely torn again. We are grateful for a donation FDLM received to purchase 50 new treated nets. Nets have been purchased and will be distributed to the children in need of a new net. In order to assure as best as possible that the children do not destroy these new nets the Administrator and Program Manager will meet with the children and discuss with them how blessed we are to be able to provide them with the nets in order to help prevent them form contracting malaria. However children will also be told that there will be consequences for not taking proper care of their net should it be torn and that they need to learn to be grateful for what the Lord has provided them with.

Eight children were diagnosed with Typhoid in the month of May and received treatment. All have recovered without complications. Younger children are the most susceptible to contracting typhoid as they have a more difficult time understanding about not drinking the water from the water faucet outside and drinking water that has not been boiled at school. Older children have been observed filling water bottles with water from the faucet to take with them to school.
Staff will continue to educate our children in regards to prevention of malaria and typhoid on a regular basis and to monitor closely. Staff will reinforce with the children proper hand washing, and most importantly about not drinking unboiled drinking water. Although we can not control the environment of our children while at school there are several preventative steps we can put into place at the base. The following is suggested for consideration:

1. Purchasing of faucet locks for outdoor water faucets. Kitchen staff would have the ability to unlock on an as needed basis. This would prevent the younger children from drinking water from the faucet [tap].

2. Purchasing a large metal barrel and constructing a sand filter for drinking water, then another barrel to fill as needed for washing dishes. Children could take water from there to fill a large basin for dish washing. We are wasting a great deal of water and this may be a way to help reduce our water utility bill.

3. 2 washing stands will be purchased. One will be placed near the kitchen and girl’s dorm area and the other on the veranda or in the enclosed patio area. This will help improve personal hygiene and should help reduce amount of water wasted at the tap.

4. When funds are available, purchasing a plate hanger rack to improve on sanitation practices.

5. We need to boil more water for drinking purposes. It is recommended that we purchase 3 to 4 more jerry cans for drinking water. More water is used for drinking on weekends especially. Currently, available drinking water runs out in the afternoon, and there is not enough for the evening on a regular basis.

6. Clean boiled water is needed for when children are brushing their teeth also. They are using water from the faucet [tap] outside and rinse their mouths and drink water straight from this source, increasing the risk of contracting typhoid.

Special Needs

1. We are recommending a care conference in regards to Akuma Halima. The nurse at the clinic has approached the Administrator in regards to her HIV status and the fact that she does not feel the clinic can appropriately meet her medical needs any longer. Discussion was made about an intake being taken at Mildmay Hospital in Seguku or Taso this is something we will need to discuss further as a team.

In April Halima was taken to the clinic three times [although treatment involved return visits for follow up care] She was treated for: abscesses and a serious chest infection.
In May she was taken to the clinic 3 times [again requiring follow up treatment] for severe diarrhea and vomiting and for malaria and again with severe vomiting.

There are also other issues of significant concern in regards to Halima’s placement here at Rapha Children’s Haven which need to be discussed in a confidential meeting. It is strongly recommended that as a team we formulate a care plan that will appropriately meet her medical, psychosocial and spiritual needs and to discuss whether placement at Rapha Children’s Haven is appropriate and able to meet those needs.

2. Boys are in need of underpants, older girls need more regular availability of sanitary pads.

Public Relations / Human Resource Manager’s Report

Sarah has completed her studies and graduated from Uganda Christian University, Mukono with honors. She has been awarded a Bachelor’s Degree in Development Studies. She will rejoin the staff at FDLM in the capacity of Public Relations and Human Resource Manager. Her responsibilities will involve working closely with the Administrator, as well as Program Design, coordination of Relief Schedules and monitoring FDLM for compliance with the Labor Laws of Uganda. FDLM will be blessed by her organizational skills as well as her wealth of knowledge. She is recuperating not only from the rigors of her busy University schedule but also giving birth to her precious new baby daughter. We anxiously await her return.

Lingira Island

We have been able to enroll 64 children in school on Lingira Island. Each child will also be given a school uniform which has already been purchased. Children have been given the required school materials. FDLM will be visiting the island in June for follow up and also to provide psychosocial programming. The plan at this time is to coordinate this trip with the arrival of two the larger teams arriving from the states.

Finance Department Manager

The Administrator will be working closely during the next month with the Finance Manager. The Administrator has reviewed the current bookkeeping practices with the Finance Manager and after careful review it has been recommended to put several new systems into place. It is imperative that at any given time one can review any individual expenditure account [water, electricity etc] and know exactly when the last payment was made and what the remaining balance owed is. This will provide for more accurate and easily accessible financial documentation.

A locked cash box will be purchased for securing Petty Cash. Administrator has located one in Kampala for 40,000 /=. This will be purchased as soon as funds are available. It is also recommended that a small safe be purchased for FDLM. One is available for purchase at Game in Kampala for 150,000 /= when on sale.

It has been recommended that beginning in June we maintain two separate financial ledgers, one for the Church Ministry and one for Rapha Children’s Haven and FDLM expenditures and revenue.

Expenditure Breakdown
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Expense Item Total Expenditure Paid Balance Due

Utilities
Water 230,436
Security Guard 50,000
Internet Services 110,000
Electricity *
Feeding / Kitchen 2,971,750; 1,876,050; 1,095,700

Medical
Clinic 873,900; 600,000; 273,900
Other 344,500; 344,500
[Pharmacy, Rippon etc]

Communication
Air Time 62,000

Salary
Staff Payment 310,000

Transport / Field 526,700

Housekeeping 98,900

Farm 368,000

Education 3,116,700; 10,000; 3,106,700
School Supplies and Sarah’s Dissertation - 180,000

Missions 348,000

Training 70,000

Large Purchases 2,551,300
[beds, mattresses etc]

Construction 15,138,500
[Construction on storied building is not completed, additional funds will be needed for completion of this project]

Total Expenditures: 27,350,680
Total Paid Out: 22,643,980
Total Owed: 4,706,736

* Electricity figures are not available due to the fact that the bill was not available. The Finance Manager will in the future assure that by the end of each month he has the necessary information / documentation.

** All figures are in UGS

Confirmed Team Arrivals

Morgan will remain with us until the 4th of July. She has been an absolute blessing to FDLM.
Ku Theo arrived on the 1st of May and was with FDLM for a month.

On the 19th of May, a team of 4 arrived from Simpson University in Redding California, USA and were taken directly to Kazozi for their first week. They will be with FDLM from the 26th of May until the 18th of June.

Ivan has done an awesome job of coordinating with the schools for this team to provide a school ministry program. They have also been involved in projects at the base such as preparing walls for painting and brick laying for flower boxes. This team has blessed FDLM with their individual gifts.

24th June: The team from New Life Church arrives from Colorado, USA with 17 team members. They will depart on the 4th of July.

8th July: A team of 26 members arrives from Arkansas and will depart on the 18th of July