Transforming Communities through Discipleship, Partnership, Service and Development
This month Martin Koonce continued to assist and train the Taekwondo athletes of Rwanda. Two sessions were held focusing on improving technique and preparing for international competition. They are learning to properly train as well as teach others the art of Taekwondo and grow this sport in Rwanda. As well they worked on character development… [Continue Reading]
During the month of April the Men of ATN traveled to Gisenyi to participate in umuganda (Rwandan Monthly Community Service) near a local church. We enlisted the help of local families and children to move dirt and rocks that would later be used for flooring in and around a local church building. Our time with… [Continue Reading]
Since 1995, the month of April has been a period of commemorating of the genocide. It is really tough for Rwandans, especially those who lost their parents, friends, and relatives in genocide. Today, most of the Xtra Mile members are survivors of the genocide. Normally they would take time to mourn and visit their places… [Continue Reading]
The Xtra Mile Education Community members continued to meet on Saturday to spend time studying God’s Word and to exchange experiences. It is also a time to review the past and planning for the future of XMM program. Also this community organized the workshops, trips and events to be done in November and December 2009.… [Continue Reading]
Xtra Mile Ministries gathered it’s community in Kigali together to host a vision and task force seminar in March. The seminar hosted 30 orphans. The purpose of the seminar was to share the vision and values of Xtra Mile Ministries. It is the hope of Xtra Mile Ministries that its values of love, trust in… [Continue Reading]
In March, Africa Transformation Network offered it’s first Intro To Web Design Using WordPress. The class taught the basics of web design and using a Content Systems Management (CMS) like WordPress to design and develop a website. The web design class went well and we hope to continue to offer this kind of training on… [Continue Reading]
In March, we brought in the national coach of Taekwondo for Uganda in order to test the top ten Taekwondo players in Rwanda for the rank of 1st Dan black belt masters of Taekwondo. This ranking will allow them to participate in international events as well as register them with the World Taekwondo Federation which… [Continue Reading]
Xtra Mile Ministries gathered it’s community in Kigali together to host a vision and task force seminar in March. The seminar hosted 30 orphans. The purpose of the seminar was to share the vision and values of Xtra Mile Ministries. It is the hope of Xtra Mile Ministries that its values of love, trust in… [Continue Reading]
Xtra Mile Ministries Community has now grown to 30+ people. The community which began last year meets weekly on Saturday afternoon to study the Bible, share struggles, and develop leaders. The community hosted elections this past month to elect local leaders as well as a benevolence comission to help counsel, advise, pray, and provide for… [Continue Reading]
During February, the women’s quilting class continued with renewed enthusiasm, as three new women were accepted into the program. After just 2 weeks with the new ladies, it was observed that they are determined, resourceful and dedicated to the task of improving their sewing skills. As with the Intermediate class, it is a constant exercise… [Continue Reading]