Wakera is a local expert who has been helping Lokho and her community, with tools, seeds and techniques for growing vegetables in the harsh climate.
“And they compelled a passer-by, Simon of Cyrene, who was coming in from the country, the father of Alexander and Rufus, to carry his cross. ”
We adore you, O Christ, and we praise you,
because by your Holy Cross you have redeemed the world.
Simon of Cyrene comes into the city of Jerusalem on the day of Jesus’ death. He finds himself in the crowds along Jesus’ pathway to Golgotha and is enlisted to help carry his cross.He does not know Jesus but lends his strength to carrying the heavy weight of the wood.
Wakera is an expert in growing food in harsh climates. He has shared his skills with the women in Lokho’s community and has given them seeds and tools to plant their own kitchen garden, as well as shade nets to protect the precious plants.
Do we look for opportunities to help others, or do we try to keep out of the way, telling ourselves that it is not our responsibility?
Prayer
Jesus, you know what it means to depend on someone and to need their help.
Walk with us.
When my friends need help, teach me to work with them to lighten their load.
Show me how to listen carefully so that I can offer what they need.
We are your global family of many different cultures.
Make us one family united in you.
Amen.
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