Hope in
Mission in the World
2007 Allocations
The Rev. Connie DiLeo serves as a missionary of the UM General Board of
Global Ministries in the Dominican Republic. The poverty in the small
villages throughout the countryside often meant that most children were
unable to attend school due to the shortage of schools and lack of money
to purchase books and clothing. Through the efforts of some committed
individuals over the last 15 years, there are now schools in Bombita and
LaHoya where children are taught skills that help them to go on to live
self-sufficient lives. This has made a significant impact on the two
communities where they are located. School assemblies bring Bible
stories and teaching of Christ to life; youth groups and an after school
program give moral guidance. A health clinic is now open in the two
villages where students receive health education and basic services.
There is still much work to be done, but God has accomplished great
things through this tremendous effort that is aided by committed
partners. Hope has joined in this commitment. We are sponsoring one
school child in LaHoya at $10 per month (we’ll be receiving a picture
that we’ll share!). We are sending an additional $500 to be spent where
Connie sees the greatest need. (For example there is great need for
donations for a roof for one or more families. Many of the homes still
have thatched roofs and dirt floors. When it rains the floors become
mud. On average, it costs approximately $200 per roof.)
