deaconesses

The Deaconess Student Study Tour to Haydom Hospital

In January of this year, students studying to be deaconesses had the opportunity to minister to the sick and dying in the Haydom Hospital in Arusha. They had been studying this and this gave them real-life experience in a Lutheran context that is known for their quality of care.  Pictures are courtesy of Funke Time

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Reformation Day ceremonies in South East of Lake Victoria Diocese

Reformation Day was celebrated in many ways in the SELVD. In the previous post we discussed the opening of the new headquarters now located at Bushushu. The joyous celebration continued with installation of a new district pastor, consecration of two deaconesses and confirmation of students.                    

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