Masiphumelele CorporationToday was my first day as a volunteer with the Masiphumelele Corporation. I joined Milli Firth at the library, seen in the picture as part of the Adult Literacy Class attended by one of my current students.When I am more settled and the students know me better I will take a photo of the group. For a long time I have wanted to volunteer in another ministry since I believe working for others is so important as we build ministry relationships. What was significant about this class today was that there were people who had been affected by the massive fire that rendered more than 5000 people homeless last week. I am impressed with the magnitude of the response from individuals, groups, churches and organizations. I am equally moved at students from my class and others today who continue with their lives after losing all they had in the fire. Today at the Library I came across Tamara doing some Early Childhood Education training and the Library, built and run by MasiCorp is the educational hub for the community. This relationship with Evangeline and MasiCorp is something we will develop in the future so EM can be a stronger presence in the community and connect with others who are helping in Masi. Today I was thrilled to be part of the group as they learn English to help them cope in the larger society outside the township. I will help with Reading skills and I so look forward to that.
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