Science! Water experiment
Here we go! This is just a couple photos of a simple water experiment… Terms we used: plastic tubing, suction, vacuum, water and Air. Peace! Comes more easily with Justice and education!
You Gotta Put One Foot in Front of the Other
The kids just randomly start singing “You Gotta Put One Foot in Front of the Other,” throughout the day. It’s quite cute. I’m often hot but starting to just kind of get used to it;…
In South Sudan until December 23
I’m in South Sudan, but not even at the school yet. Planes don’t leave every day in this region so it takes more time to travel. I’ve been having meetings and getting to know some…
Of planes, monkeys, and really tall people
After about 20 hours of airports, planes, and delightful conversations with other passengers, I arrived in Nairobi Monday evening. My hosts in Nairobi have run many marathons, including the Boston Marathon! Diana and her husband George…
Mary Grace, USA President and Liaison, UOCO to travel to South Sudan in October
Authored by Mary Grace Yup! I leave October 18 to spend about six weeks teaching and playing at UOCO’s Hand of Hope Community School in South Sudan, and I am excited! Thanks to you who keep the school…
Donor Updates
Needs We need all the obvious things: secure housing, food, staff, teachers, caretakers, books, kitchen and bedding items, along with other supplies. The children are growing food in their garden, and we are looking for…
Updates on Security in South Sudan
January 2025 In light of the tragic events at Medina in Al Jazira State, Sudan, where South Sudanese individuals were massacred by RSF rebels just four days ago, the atmosphere in South Sudan remains tense.…
Hand of Hope (HoH) Residential School Update
Exciting News! We welcomed our first eight children in October of 2021 and now have 27 vulnerable children safely protected at Hand of Hope (HoH) residential school. UOCO joyfully announces a gracious donation of a…