ImageLast year through our International Committee, Dublin AM Rotary made a $2,000 contribution support the work of Rachel and John Hook Koon with Word Made Flesh. Rachel (daughter of our own Rita Hook) and John recently spoke to the Club to give us an update on their work in Moldova. Moldova, they explained, is a land-locked country with a very high percentage of young people in its population. Because of the country's poor economy, many adults leave to become guest workers. As a result, many children end up staying with relatives or in schools that we would consider orphanages. There is much work to do feeding, educating, and caring for these children; Rachel and John are at a school with some 170 of them, helping to give them the care and attention that will allow them to thrive. There is a great need for skilled medical care; as they explain in this video, that is where Rotary's contribution has been helpful:

The entire presentation (sorry about the bad lighting!) is available on our YouTube channel.


Rachel and John followed up their visit with a thanks to Rotary. Their passion for their work comes through in it, as it did in their presentation. By partnering with caring people who work to make a difference, Rotary is making a difference in lives all over the world.

“Dear Friends and Partners of Rotary Of Dublin,

Thank you so much for welcoming us to speak last Friday.  We felt warmly welcomed and encouraged by your questions and interest.  We are extremely grateful for your partnership and financial support.   Thank you for donating $2,000 this past year to pay Natasha’s salary.  We look forward to a continued and growing partnership!

Sincerely,

Rachel & John Hook Koon”