Stories from Gitare

“I live in the United States of America and I was in Kenya visiting with family after being away for many years. While there I was informed that my former colleagues; Fr. Karani and Fr. Mucheru, had worked with some partners, to build a school in Gitare. Gitare is one of the rural, dry and relatively poor areas of Nakuru Diocese. On my way to Nairobi I asked to stop by the school. As we approached the school, our view was obstructed by the dust and the shanties/kiosks lined up with hawkers, hustling under the hot sun in an effort to sell their merchandise. These are some of the parents of the children of Bakhita School. As we reached the gate, I noticed a change in the landscape, next to the school was a beautiful farm, green with well-tended corn. I was informed that to reduce the cost of running the school they grow their own food. Impressive. The gate opened. A head lay a structure to behold, both in design and size. I asked how does, Fr. Karani stay involved given the time differential. "He is with us every step of the way, attending meetings sometimes very early in mornings or afternoons American time" explained Fr. Peter Mucheru. I was happy to learn and see for myself how the teachers are highly dedicated to their work, how they are invested in the student learning and in the success of St. Josephine Bakhita School. The students are eager to open their new kitchen and dining facilities. Let us all join hands towards, being a part of building St. Josephine Bakhita Secondary School, Desk by Desk and Class by Class, literary.”