Hannah Williams and Cards for Africa

I'm finally posting photos of Hannah William's trip to Rwanda last summer with her Dad to encourage missionaries there.  Hannah is one of our baristas and had just graduated from high school.  She also did a lot of photography and just volunteered to help with whatever we needed as we were preparing to open.  We were so excited for her to have this opportunity to visit one of the co-ops we support "Cards for Africa".

These are photos that Hannah shared with

us after her trip.  She got to tour the facility and see how the paper and cards were made from start to finish.

The artists and workers at this workshop are orphans and heads of households (most teenagers and young adults).  The cards sell all over the world via the internet or their base out of San Francisco.  The products are beautiful, unique and made with much care.

Hannah

Here Comes Hope Speaks at Origins

We were so honored that Jennifer Stanley took time in her trip to Haviland to come speak to us at Origins.  She shared that she is a senior in high school and that after her trip to Rwanda two years ago, she and her friend were convicted that they could do something to help with the moringa project.

 The moringa Trees are special miracle trees that have all the nutrients to keep humans healthy as well as water purifying attributes, and skin healing powers.  David and Debbie Thomas, long time missionaries in Kigali, have been working on the project of moringa nurseries, but without the help of outside funds, their project is limited.  Their holistic ministry is gaining recognition for the help they are bringing to their community.  Long story short, Jennifer and Casey have been selling t-shirts for over a year and they have raised thousands of dollars to send over to the Thomases.

We know that God can use us all, no matter what age, no matter what economic level, no matter our job or lack of job.  When we serve Him with all that we are miracles happen and lives are changed.  Jennifer is just one example of this and we are so thankful to partner with her.  Stop in at Origins to buy your t-shirt or  hit their site on-line.  Help them make an even bigger difference by your simple purchase! :)




Here are the webite addresses to find out more:

http://herecomeshope.storenvy.com/products/60679-brown-v-neck
http://vimeo.com/9017493