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Christmas Gifts to Support Education in Malawi

11/23/2017

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                                     Welcome and Merry Christmas!
Browse through the following items brought back from Malawi within the last few weeks.  Each item was purchased either directly from the artist or through a reputable source there.

All items have been inspected and cleared through the Malawi Government Plant Protection Services and have been certified as non-threatening to the Malawi ecosystem and issued a Phytosanitary Certificate.
 
                                            This is an online auction.
                                 Please email your bid to FVM: fvm@fvm.on.ca
 
The auction will close on Tuesday, December 5th @4pm.  All winning bids will be contacted by FVM to receive payment.
*(American friends may pay through Linden Life Fellowship or Messages of God's Love Multilingual as outlined on the website).

For final purchasers, FVM will ensure you receive these items either personally or via package delivery.

                                                   Happy Shopping!
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"School Graduate" -- A one-of-a-kind springstone sculpture by renowned Malawian stone carver Peter Masina.  It embodies the vision of new opportunities and growth as the egg is symbolic of new life.  This 18 pound objet d'art captures FVM's dedication to "Building Brighter Tomorrows" through education. 
YOUR COST = $500...with support for FVM's initiatives $2,000
($1,500 tax receipt)
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Noah's Ark -- A SPECTACULAR hand carved ironwood...the biggest and best one we have ever brought home!
YOUR COST = $350...with support for FVM's initiatives $1,000
($650 tax receipt)
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Stone Coaster Set -- A set of 6 coasters depicting African big game.  Hand carved.  A great conversation piece!
YOUR COST = $50...with support for FVM's initiatives $250
($200 tax receipt)
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Hand Carved Jewelry Box -- A fantastic gift!  These gorgeous hand carved jewelry boxes can be "his and hers" for cufflinks, tie clips or just for her jewelry!  Buy one or the pair!
YOUR COST = $75 each...with support for FVM's initiatives $300
($225 tax receipt)
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African Calendar --Hand carved elephants.  Turn the elephant to face the other way as the month passes.  It's the end of October in the picture!
YOUR COST = $100...with support for FVM's initiatives $250
($150 tax receipt)

**WE HAVE 2 SETS!  You can always use 2 calendars!
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"Lovers" --Unique sculpture by Sydney Lundu, a well known Malawian stone carver.
YOUR COST = $200...with support for FVM's initiatives $500
($300 tax receipt)
Handmade Bracelets -- Utilizing local African material and featuring poacher's snare wire cut free from wounded elephants and lions in Zambia's Luangwa Valley.  Purchased by FVM, the proceeds support Mulberry Mongoose, a consortium of women in South Luangwa involved in the freeing and treatment of snared animals (2 bracelets available)
YOUR COST = $100 each
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Hand Carved Salad Bowl -- This bowl beautifully depicts the African "big 5" of wild animals.  It includes serving utensils.
YOUR COST = $150...with support for FVM's initiatives $300
($150 tax receipt)
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November Malawi Update

11/11/2017

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"Ministering to the needs of the whole person -spirit, soul and body"
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Greetings!...
The activities of this past month reflect the strong partnerships that exist between FVM, community leadership, government agencies, and other NGOs.  From building bridges, to meetings with the district commissioner, to helping in International Youth Day, these partnerships are instrumental in helping the people of Malawi and serving the communities where they live.
                                     NANDOLO BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION
The Chatani Bridge construction project in the Nandolo community has now been completed!  It was commissioned by Dan Hayhoe, John Rule and Joseph Brereton on Thursday, October 26th, 2017.  This is a huge contribution FVM has made to the community and the nation. Lujeri Tea Estate provided about 70% of the transportation costs of building materials and Chief Nandolo and community members provided about 50% of labour!!
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Some highlights of the last month...
  • Preschool has 550 kids registered, with all of them receiving lessons and nutritious food. It is encouraging to note that the child care centres FVM has built in the communities are models in the districts of Mulanje and Zomba. The facilities help the community access several essential health and well-being services .
 
  • FVM, District Social Welfare Office, and Chief Taulo assisted a girl's return to school after she ran away from her parents because they were forcing her to marry. She is in grade 7 and wants to continue with her education, but her parents think she is old enough to marry. Culturally, most parents take pride when their girls get married and bear children, placing more importance on this than going to school.  FVM has significantly tried to help bring light to the importance of education in a girls life.
 
  • FVM participated in an event organised by the Ministry of Health where stakeholders were brought together to discuss mental health in the work place. The available statistics reveal that most hard working people do not rest enough hence compromising their mental health. 
 
  • Weekly Radio broadcast of the good news on Trans World Radio has continued without disruptions. We receive very encouraging reports almost every day through telephone calls and messages. 
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Newton speaking at the International Youth Day event.
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Young people displaying their skills.

Prayer points
-Visit by Dan Hayhoe, John Rule and Joseph Brereton from 22 October to 3rd Novermber, 2017.  They will participate in a series of meetings and engagements.  Please pray for their safety in travels

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Upcoming Sports Tournament

 In His Service,
Newton Sunday Sindo
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