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#2 Meet Philip
Meet Philip, a previous resident here at GSF and current GSF Scholarship Student.
#1 Meet Florence
Meet Florence, a longtime neighbor of GSF and a dedicated kitchen cook for the past 14 years.
New Definition, Same Direction
This year we are celebrating our 25th anniversary! The Lord continues to faithfully lead and guide the ministry, and we move forward in faith, trusting that He will continue to fulfill His purposes in the years to come.
Life Learners
Twenty-four members of the community proved that it is never too late to learn. Good Shepherd’s Fold partnered with Development Companions International to offer Adult Literacy Education through GSF Community Development.
So Many Stories: A 2018 End-Of-Year Newsletter
Pictures of redemption are beautiful stories! The challenge is, with so many stories, sharing just one doesn’t give an adequate picture. Here is the overwhelming story I love about GSF…
Fold Focus: Introducing Leticia
We would like to introduce to you Leticia, one of our GSF girls who is as sweet as her favorite food!
A House to Call Home
Abandoned. Confused. Desperate. Shakira was at a loss. After giving birth to a precious baby boy, named Fahad, her family immediately disavowed her at the time she needed them most.
Congratulations to our Scholarship Students!
GSF recently celebrated 7 scholarship students (pictured above) who graduated from university! It was a joyous occasion.
Fold Focus: Faziri
Faziri is quite the social, affectionate, and playful little boy. He has been at GSF since 2011.
Giving Hope this Giving Tuesday
Four years old and abandoned by his father, Junior was invisible in his community. Claiming a child with Cerebral Palsy would bring shame to the family.
One for the Books
A social spirit and a mind of the books, Viola’s face lights up when she talks about school.
Better Together
Do you remember Joshua? Joshua came to GSF on his first day of life back in February.
Fold Focus: Meet Luke
Luke came to GSF recently when he was only two days old. Thankfully, he weighed five pounds and was in good health.
Dishing it Out
On Saturday, around 20 GSF kids, 10 visitors, and several GSF workers reached out to a woman in the community. Her son, David, struggles with a physical and mental disability.
Send Gifts to GSF
We are super excited to let you know that we have started an AMAZON WISH LIST for GSF. We will update the list throughout the year but it will be filled with devotions, birthday gifts and other special items we simply can't buy in Uganda. Note, that the delivery...
“GSF has been a father to my son and a friend to me.” – Miriam
Miriam had no choice but to drop out of her final year of high school when she found out she was pregnant. Months later Miriam gave birth to a beautiful baby boy, Isaiah.
One Life at a Time
Our monthly staff prayer day was underway on Thursday, February 2 when I received a phone call. Stepping out of the GSF Chapel, I listened to an appeal from a local government leader. A mother had passed away after giving birth the night before.
Join Our Team
Have you considered serving in missions? Good Shepherd's Fold is looking for people in the following leadership positions: Director of Education - Overseeing GSF Primary School, Scholarship Programs and local school development. Support Services Director - Leadership...
A New Family
Welcome the Sliedrecht family to the Good Shepherd’s Fold missionary team! The Sliedrechts spent nine years serving in Soroti, Uganda before moving to GSF in August.
A Heart-Pounding Sports Day
Pictured Above (L to R): Penlope, Outreach Social Worker; Aisha, Accountant/Bursar; and Sharon, Tailoring Intern. The GSF Annual Staff Sports Day was full of highlights, but none more special than the presence of the young lady pictured above right. Sharon is a...
Investing in the Ministry
In addition to the teams, new kids and new staff featured above, GSF has seen 22 people come to Jesus Christ since the last newsletter! You can spur on the work by investing financially in this ministry. Income is also generated locally through school tuition,...
A Sweet Smile | Good Shepherd’s Fold
We welcomed a sweet new smile into the Good Shepherd's Foldbaby house last month. Kisule arrived severely malnourished, but he is quickly gaining strength, spirit, and smiles. If you would like to watch Kisule grow and be part of his life in a unique way, consider...
A New Perspective | Good Shepherd’s Fold
"How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news." Romans 10:15 Summertime is the season for short-term missions teams at Good Shepherd's Fold! GSF hosted six teams this summer, bringing love from Ireland, America, and places in-between. Teams give Good...
Farewell to the Batley’s
GSF says farewell to Tom and Sharon Batley following their 3 years of service here. Sharon was a fabulous hostess for visiting teams while Tom made a tremendous impact on the men in the maintenance department (pictured). The Batleys also oversaw our...
Open Doors and Hearts
"Children are a blessing and a gift from the Lord." Psalm 127:3 We opened our doors and hearts for three new children: Maria, Monica, and Grace. Children are a gift from the Lord, and we hope that these three blessings would know the love of their Savior and Creator...