Many of you are familiar with the Elements we have used to help showcase the St. Peter's Difference. SERVICE is one that constantly appears as we teach children that they all have special gifts that can be shared with others. This week in chapel our students learned more about an important program, NetsforLife, supported in part by Episcopal Relief & Development. Reverend Lou Parsons from St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church and mother of our very own Lisa Parsons shared important information about this program and the positive impact in can have for a very small amount of money.
NetsforLife provide a simple insecticide-treated net that can protect children and families from the dreaded disease of malaria. Malaria is transmitted through the bites of infected mosquitos and kills nearly one million people every year - most are children under the age of 5. One $12 net can save the lives of three children. This gift also provides training for the families and the communities on the proper use of the nets and the care of those who are affected by this disease.
Each student has received a Hope Chest to collect loose change over the next couples of weeks. These will be gathered at chapel on May 11th and 12th, combined with a church offering, and given to ER&D for purchasing nets.
Through such gifts, we hope to create compassionate children who find the joy of serving others!
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