In Sub-Saharan Africa there are 13 million AIDS orphans. Today, Teen Missions International is working with some of them through AIDS Orphan Rescue Units, reports MNN. Those units address their physical needs, but what about their spiritual needs?
Founder and President of Teen Missions International Bob Bland says help for the orphans' spiritual needs is lacking. In response, a creative solution was proposed. "The idea was to have Sunday schools conducted by a motorcycle circuit. There is just a path to get to a lot of these places, but you can get there on a motorcycle," says Bland.
You can read more here :-
http://www.christiantelegraph.com/issue4511.html
From the 'Christian Telegraph'
Saturday, 28 February 2009
Thursday, 26 February 2009
Techniques for Reducing Jet Stress
Pre-flight
This is one of the most important aspects of combating jet stress. Before departing, make sure you have all your affairs, business and personal, in order. Ensure you are not stressed-out with excitement or worry, and not tired or hungover from a function the night before. Get plenty of exercise in the days prior to departure and try to avoid sickness such as the flu, colds and so on. If you have a cold, flying will probably make it worse - ideally you should delay the trip. Get a good night's sleep just prior to departure.
East or west?
There is much debate about whether it is better to fly eastward or westward. It may be largely a matter of personal preference, but there is some evidence that flying westwards causes less jet stress than flying eastwards.
Night or day flight?
Again it is largely a matter of personal preference based on experience. Most travellers think daytime flights cause less jet stress.
Drinking fluids
The dry air in aircraft causes dehydration. Drinking plenty of non-alcoholic fluids counters this. Water is better than coffee, tea and fruit juices. Alcohol not only is useless in combating dehydration, but has a markedly greater intoxicating effect when drunk in the rarefied atmosphere of an airliner than it does at ground level.
Sleeping aids
Blindfolds, ear plugs, neckrests and blow-up pillows are all useful in helping you get quality sleep while flying. Kick your shoes off to ease pressure on the feet (some airlines provide soft sock-like slippers, and many experienced travellers carry their own).
Exercise
Get as much exercise as you can. Walking up and down the aisle, standing for spells, and doing small twisting and stretching exercises in your seat all help to reduce discomfort, especially swelling of legs and feet. Get off the plane if possible at stopovers, and do some exercises or take a walk. Also helps to reduce the possibilities of blood clots and associated trauma.
Showers
During extended stopovers on a long-haul flight, showers are sometimes available. A shower not only freshens you up but gets the muscles and circulation going again and make you feel much better for the rest of the flight. Trans-Pacific pilots have told us taking a shower in Hawaii helps them recover more quickly from the general effects of jet stress after the flight.
Jet Ease
This is a vitamin supplement designed for jet travel, in the form of easy-to-take tablets. Being a vitamin supplement using naturally occuring substances, Jet Ease has few if any side effects and is compatible with other medications. It has no connection with the controversial hormone melatonin. Jet Ease is available throughout out Europe and is sold at outlets such as international airports, pharmacies and travel stores in Europe.
This is one of the most important aspects of combating jet stress. Before departing, make sure you have all your affairs, business and personal, in order. Ensure you are not stressed-out with excitement or worry, and not tired or hungover from a function the night before. Get plenty of exercise in the days prior to departure and try to avoid sickness such as the flu, colds and so on. If you have a cold, flying will probably make it worse - ideally you should delay the trip. Get a good night's sleep just prior to departure.
East or west?
There is much debate about whether it is better to fly eastward or westward. It may be largely a matter of personal preference, but there is some evidence that flying westwards causes less jet stress than flying eastwards.
Night or day flight?
Again it is largely a matter of personal preference based on experience. Most travellers think daytime flights cause less jet stress.
Drinking fluids
The dry air in aircraft causes dehydration. Drinking plenty of non-alcoholic fluids counters this. Water is better than coffee, tea and fruit juices. Alcohol not only is useless in combating dehydration, but has a markedly greater intoxicating effect when drunk in the rarefied atmosphere of an airliner than it does at ground level.
Sleeping aids
Blindfolds, ear plugs, neckrests and blow-up pillows are all useful in helping you get quality sleep while flying. Kick your shoes off to ease pressure on the feet (some airlines provide soft sock-like slippers, and many experienced travellers carry their own).
Exercise
Get as much exercise as you can. Walking up and down the aisle, standing for spells, and doing small twisting and stretching exercises in your seat all help to reduce discomfort, especially swelling of legs and feet. Get off the plane if possible at stopovers, and do some exercises or take a walk. Also helps to reduce the possibilities of blood clots and associated trauma.
Showers
During extended stopovers on a long-haul flight, showers are sometimes available. A shower not only freshens you up but gets the muscles and circulation going again and make you feel much better for the rest of the flight. Trans-Pacific pilots have told us taking a shower in Hawaii helps them recover more quickly from the general effects of jet stress after the flight.
Jet Ease
This is a vitamin supplement designed for jet travel, in the form of easy-to-take tablets. Being a vitamin supplement using naturally occuring substances, Jet Ease has few if any side effects and is compatible with other medications. It has no connection with the controversial hormone melatonin. Jet Ease is available throughout out Europe and is sold at outlets such as international airports, pharmacies and travel stores in Europe.
Tuesday, 24 February 2009
The Management of the Partnership
Chipembi Girls Secondary School is one of the oldest girls' secondary schools inZambia and it is run by the United Church of Zambia. The school was opened in1926 and was the first girls' boarding school in Zambia that showed interest inpromoting education for girls including literacy, life skills and offered medicalservices.
SLPC has made visits with groups of fifteen plus to Chipembi in 2003 and 2006 and are planning a trip in 2009. People who hear about the practical help that the church provides are attracted to the project and are prepared to contribute and become involved, and so they gain a good experience of what a church can do.
The school runs a farm with the following agricultural enterprises: maize, vegetable,beef, poultry, piggery, and fruits enterprises. These enterprises provide the dietary needs of the schoolgirls. This initiative has helped to improve the welfare and healthof girls coming from vulnerable families and to access quality education at affordable rates. Originally built for 300 pupils, the school currently has a student population of 750 boarders. SLPC has helped to set up a computer laboratory, build a cattlepaddock and have worked to make the school self sufficient in food through a fish farm and the purchase of livestock
.
To date many prominent women holding high positions in Zambian society are thefruits of Chipembi Girls' Secondary School. Notable among these are: JusticeFlorence Mumba, Dr Mutumba Bull, Gwendoline Koni, Lilly Monze and former deputy permanent secretary in the ministry of education Mrs Isabel Simukonda to mention but a few.
The project originated in South Leith Parish Church as a church activity but it is now an independent charity run from South Leith Church, but organisationallyindependent and going by the name of Projects@Chipembi.
The church reckons that the measure of independence, the evidence of a separate well functioning organisation, and its compliance with OSCR regulations will make companies andother organisations more willing to support and fund the project.
For example this is the sort of project that can seek funding from the Rotary Club which has a branch here and one in Zambia, thus ensuring that the work in Zambia is overseen by the sister club.
SLPC has made visits with groups of fifteen plus to Chipembi in 2003 and 2006 and are planning a trip in 2009. People who hear about the practical help that the church provides are attracted to the project and are prepared to contribute and become involved, and so they gain a good experience of what a church can do.
The school runs a farm with the following agricultural enterprises: maize, vegetable,beef, poultry, piggery, and fruits enterprises. These enterprises provide the dietary needs of the schoolgirls. This initiative has helped to improve the welfare and healthof girls coming from vulnerable families and to access quality education at affordable rates. Originally built for 300 pupils, the school currently has a student population of 750 boarders. SLPC has helped to set up a computer laboratory, build a cattlepaddock and have worked to make the school self sufficient in food through a fish farm and the purchase of livestock
.
To date many prominent women holding high positions in Zambian society are thefruits of Chipembi Girls' Secondary School. Notable among these are: JusticeFlorence Mumba, Dr Mutumba Bull, Gwendoline Koni, Lilly Monze and former deputy permanent secretary in the ministry of education Mrs Isabel Simukonda to mention but a few.
The project originated in South Leith Parish Church as a church activity but it is now an independent charity run from South Leith Church, but organisationallyindependent and going by the name of Projects@Chipembi.
The church reckons that the measure of independence, the evidence of a separate well functioning organisation, and its compliance with OSCR regulations will make companies andother organisations more willing to support and fund the project.
For example this is the sort of project that can seek funding from the Rotary Club which has a branch here and one in Zambia, thus ensuring that the work in Zambia is overseen by the sister club.
Next Meeting
Hope to see you all this Sunday - 1st March.
Food from Marion - Soup ; Sandwiches - Donna, Fruit Myra; Cake - Liam
Any Music to Calum - can Liam bring his camera and take a few shots of us preparing?
News - Stuart Gardiner was very ill on holiday in the Canaries and will not now be travelling, we are pleased to welcome Murray Fell to the group in Stuart's place. Murray hopes to work with the Dorms project also
The borehole is completed.
We plan to meet at the Edinburgh Airport except for Russell, Fiona and Neil at 11.15am on the 11th of March.
The work agreed with Albert will look like this:
A course for every class on HIV /AIDS (this would need a double class period)with one for teachers
A course for every class on Sexually Transmitted Illnesses and Hepatitis A,B,C personal hygiene (A double period)
A course for every class on Timekeeping (One class period)
A course for every class on Zambia Scotland History/Geography & Culture (One class period)
Offering a course on 'Inspiring Women' which could be a self selecting group or run several timesWe plan to lead the church service on the second Sunday on this theme.
One or more gatherings to offer a Big Sing to teach new some songs, perhaps in the hall.
Teaching the Pupils to do some new dances can be offered everyday.
An afternoon of Cultural exchange singing, dancing and stories from Scotland and the bible.
One to one computer training offering first step skills to staff, would you have any volunteers for this course?
Lead the morning service at the local church.
Upgrade of at least one dormitoryUpgrade of Computer laboratory with installation of 10 new machines
Workshops for Teachers - Marion I have looked at some of the workshops that you have run. They are really fantastic.
The following topics would be very beneficial to the teachers:
1. Business planning Target group: 6 Heads of Departments & all the teachers but split in groups
2. Performance management Target group: All the teachers but split in groups
3. Time management Target group: All teacher but split in groups
4. Change management Target group: School management team (a group of 8)
Please bring your energy and any questions.
Best,
Ian
Food from Marion - Soup ; Sandwiches - Donna, Fruit Myra; Cake - Liam
Any Music to Calum - can Liam bring his camera and take a few shots of us preparing?
News - Stuart Gardiner was very ill on holiday in the Canaries and will not now be travelling, we are pleased to welcome Murray Fell to the group in Stuart's place. Murray hopes to work with the Dorms project also
The borehole is completed.
We plan to meet at the Edinburgh Airport except for Russell, Fiona and Neil at 11.15am on the 11th of March.
The work agreed with Albert will look like this:
A course for every class on HIV /AIDS (this would need a double class period)with one for teachers
A course for every class on Sexually Transmitted Illnesses and Hepatitis A,B,C personal hygiene (A double period)
A course for every class on Timekeeping (One class period)
A course for every class on Zambia Scotland History/Geography & Culture (One class period)
Offering a course on 'Inspiring Women' which could be a self selecting group or run several timesWe plan to lead the church service on the second Sunday on this theme.
One or more gatherings to offer a Big Sing to teach new some songs, perhaps in the hall.
Teaching the Pupils to do some new dances can be offered everyday.
An afternoon of Cultural exchange singing, dancing and stories from Scotland and the bible.
One to one computer training offering first step skills to staff, would you have any volunteers for this course?
Lead the morning service at the local church.
Upgrade of at least one dormitoryUpgrade of Computer laboratory with installation of 10 new machines
Workshops for Teachers - Marion I have looked at some of the workshops that you have run. They are really fantastic.
The following topics would be very beneficial to the teachers:
1. Business planning Target group: 6 Heads of Departments & all the teachers but split in groups
2. Performance management Target group: All the teachers but split in groups
3. Time management Target group: All teacher but split in groups
4. Change management Target group: School management team (a group of 8)
Please bring your energy and any questions.
Best,
Ian
Sunday, 22 February 2009
The Start of the Partnership with Chipmebi School
Over the next two weeks we will publish extract from the Partnership Report document. Our first extract looks at how the partnership started.
South Leith has enjoyed a good relationship with Chipembi School, Zambia since 1998 so this is a particularly well-developed and mature project that has developed and which has held the church’s steady and continued attention over a very long period.
Mr Denny Lumbama, the then Headteacher, came to Scotland and successfully completed his Masters degree in education at Moray House College of Education, Edinburgh. He was supported by the congregation during that period.
At the start of the partnership the church looked strategically at the needs of the school and the community at Chipembi and at the resources available to them. The school had pupils, staff and land, but a shortage of food and few resources.
A decision was taken to invest in the land and to develop a viable farming community.
Bit by bit land was brought into use, for agriculture, 16 animals were bought to start with, now there are chickens, sheep, 100+ cattle, pigs, a fish farm and donkeys in a viable farm that supports the school. It has Orange, Guava and Lemon Trees, fields of maize and various root crops. The school has their own freezer for the cold storage of meat.
South Leith has enjoyed a good relationship with Chipembi School, Zambia since 1998 so this is a particularly well-developed and mature project that has developed and which has held the church’s steady and continued attention over a very long period.
Mr Denny Lumbama, the then Headteacher, came to Scotland and successfully completed his Masters degree in education at Moray House College of Education, Edinburgh. He was supported by the congregation during that period.
At the start of the partnership the church looked strategically at the needs of the school and the community at Chipembi and at the resources available to them. The school had pupils, staff and land, but a shortage of food and few resources.
A decision was taken to invest in the land and to develop a viable farming community.
Bit by bit land was brought into use, for agriculture, 16 animals were bought to start with, now there are chickens, sheep, 100+ cattle, pigs, a fish farm and donkeys in a viable farm that supports the school. It has Orange, Guava and Lemon Trees, fields of maize and various root crops. The school has their own freezer for the cold storage of meat.
Missing players deal Zambia blow
Zambia's chances of winning the African Nations Championship has been dealt a severe blow as two key squad members are still to join the team.
Chipolopolo will play their first game of the tournament on Sunday against hosts Ivory Coast without skipper Elijah Tana and talented youngster Emmanuel Mbola.
More : -
http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/africa/7903857.stm
Chipolopolo will play their first game of the tournament on Sunday against hosts Ivory Coast without skipper Elijah Tana and talented youngster Emmanuel Mbola.
More : -
http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/africa/7903857.stm
Wednesday, 11 February 2009
Innes
Hi,
As you can see I am Innes. I hope to share new experiences with the people in the group and also with the staff and teachers at the school and to enjoy these experiences to the full.
I hope my main work as part of the computer team proves valuable but hopefully I will get involved in other activities too. I am looking forward to the singing and dancing on both sides.
Fears? Do they have meringues in Zambia?
From Albert
Hi ,
I am very well. It is very exciting as count weeks before we see each other again. We are all looking forward to seeing you.
The outlined training programme is fantastic and I am delighted to inform you that we have time to facilitate all that is in your programme.
On the water project front, all the works has been done - tanks installed and water is running into our homes and pupils dormitories. A remarkable improvement on water pressure. However, some parts of the dormitory area requires replacement of waterpipes.
Please find attached photos of water tanks.
See you soon.
Cheers,
Albert
I am very well. It is very exciting as count weeks before we see each other again. We are all looking forward to seeing you.
The outlined training programme is fantastic and I am delighted to inform you that we have time to facilitate all that is in your programme.
On the water project front, all the works has been done - tanks installed and water is running into our homes and pupils dormitories. A remarkable improvement on water pressure. However, some parts of the dormitory area requires replacement of waterpipes.
Please find attached photos of water tanks.
See you soon.
Cheers,
Albert
Wednesday, 4 February 2009
The Languages of Zambia
These links will help you discover more about the languages that are encountered in Zambia.
http://www.ethnologue.com/show_country.asp?name=ZM
The link below is to a language map of Zambia
http://www.ethnologue.com/show_map.asp?name=ZM&seq=10
Anyone got 34 phrase books?
http://www.ethnologue.com/show_country.asp?name=ZM
The link below is to a language map of Zambia
http://www.ethnologue.com/show_map.asp?name=ZM&seq=10
Anyone got 34 phrase books?
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