The Knights of the Orthdox Order of St. John Russian Grand Priory carries on a nearly 1000 year tradition of service to Humanity. Its traditions extend back to 1048 with the Knights Hospitaller of the Order of St. John of Jerusalem which started the first hospitals during the crusades to take care of the sick and injured regardless of race, creed or ability to pay.
Our ministry partners spearheaded a livelihood project for mothers in Guinobatan, Albay. They learned how to make DIY detergent, dishwashing liquid, fabric conditioner, pet shampoo, and car shampoo. The supply that we bought (kits ready for preparing and storing) will be good for the next six months. This will be a great way for them to get an additional source of income especially these days when prices of commodities are continuously rising.
A separate project at the same children's home in Kitui which cares for around 70 children.
The home's water well had dried up and they were running out of water. They had assistance from a German group who could drill a deep 100 foot well but the Home did not have the funds to obtain a pipe that could access the deep well. What KOOSJ did was provide the funds to purchase the pipes and pump mechanism for two wells, one for drinking water and the other for irrigation.
We have come back to serve the 29 families in this tribe in Mindanao. They have difficulty in their water supply so these drums will be of big help for their everyday life.
Our hearts are glad to see how the new television sponsored by KOOSJ has been helping the kids in Cambodia as they learn English, Math, Science and other basic subjects. Most of these kids can hardly go to school because of poverty.
KOOSJ continued support to Bethsaida Childrens' home. The Kids were very grateful and happy for all the supplies provided.
