2 DAYS UNTIL THE MWANGAZA CHOIR RETURNS TO UGANDA!

The Mwangaza Children's Choir has left the US and is en route to their home in Uganda! Mwangaza is an outreach program of Africa Renewal Ministries. The name Mwangaza is a Kiswahili word meaning "Shining Light".   This children’s choir has toured the USA, Netherlands and Germany since 2004. Through song and dance, they share message of hope and the love of Jesus Christ to millions of people they meet . These children are also enrolled in our child development program and are able to share their experiences about being ARM sponsored children. They represent orphans, the poverty stricken, and former street children.

They are such a blessing to other children in our programs and are proof that they believe in the messages they share. Nothing will stop them from reaching out and touching and positively transforming other people’s lives the way theirs have been transformed. The bright colors of their costumes show the gladness and brightness of their hearts. You have only to listen to someone talk about them and you will fall in love with who they are and what they do. When you have heard them sing, their lovely and warm voices will forever bless your heart.

What makes them very fascinating is the love they have for other needy and disadvantaged children as well as their never- ending desire to show the world that they are grateful for what God has done and can do for millions of other people round the world. One of the ways they do this is by sharing their individual testimonies. Because of this, many have been inspired to have faith and hope in God and many who have heard their testimonies devote their lives to Christ.

The choir tour has made it possible for these children to meet new friends and has brought them closer to each other. The current choir has been on tour since January 2011 and returns 6 months later on June 26. It was led by Kathryn Wilson from USA, and representatives from ARM- Henry Muguluma, Grace Nakate and Edith Nakavuma. In preparing to welcome them back from the tour we asked children and staff from our projects to write down what they wanted to say to them. The response showed excitement and many expressed their love and appreciation for these dear friends from the Mwanganza Choir. This is what they had to say:

“Looking forward to having you back”- Joselyn, ARM.

"We are glad to have you back- feel at home" - Mela.

“I can’t wait to see you back!!!”- Jackie.

“Welcome back Ram”- Bethany Nalukenge.

“Welcome back carol”-Bethany.

“Can’t wait to see you!!!”- Liz, ARM.

“Welcome back Unity”

“Welcome back Vatican.”- Kizza.

“Welcome back Ajib Esther with a smile”- Agnes.

“Welcome back Sarah with a peck”- Jackie.

“Welcome back Akol Donnah”- Winnie.

“Welcome back Ajibo and Rebecca”- Esther.

“Mukulikeyo”- Friend.

“Well be back from the USA nicety.”

“Home is smiling for your return.”

“Welcome back home Angella and Ajibo”- Gloria

“We can’t wait- looking forward to seeing you.”

“Well b back all of you from USA.”

“Welcome back Donnah”- Winnie.

“Welcome back all of you”- Patience.

“Welcome back to your homeland” Shibah.

“We awaits for de big smile 4 yr return”

“Hello, welcome back from the USA we are missing you

 and love you a lot.”

“Welcome back from the tour but we miss you!! But you’ve grown.”

“Home is smiling for your return.”

Upon their return, the choir will perform at The American Embassy in the morning and will have a welcome home concert at 2pm at ARM's headquarters on June 27th. Pray with us for the team's safe travels!

Compiled by Liz Baluka, Intern, Communications Office, Gaba, Uganda