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When you give to your church, it doesn’t just support ministry in your own congregation. Every year, the Diocese of Edmonton commits 1% of our budget to our partner Diocese of Buyé. In past years, we have helped with infrastructure, medical equipment, leadership training, transportation, and more.
This year, everyone who gave to parish and diocesan ministries also contributed to the purchase of metal roofing for new churches in our partner Diocese of Buyé, Burundi. The buildings are:
1. Nyarusange Congregation, Kigina Parish
2. Rukuramigabo Congregation, Murama Parish
3. Nyamabuye Parish
4. Gakoni Parish
5. Kabanga Vicarage
Canon Dominique Ciza, Buyé Diocesan Executive Secretary, writes:
These buildings have reached the stage where roofing is urgently needed. We are particularly concerned about the forthcoming rainy season, as weather forecasts indicate the possibility of El Niño-related heavy rainfall in our region. If the buildings remain uncovered, the rain could seriously damage the newly constructed walls, floors, timber structures, and other materials, resulting in additional costs and delays.
…[the iron sheets will allow] these buildings to be protected before the heavy rains begin. Your support will help safeguard these important facilities and enable our congregations and clergy to use them safely for worship and ministry. We are very grateful for any contribution towards this urgent need.
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