Mission of Hope Cancels July Trip
“Official Statement regarding our July 2018 scheduled Mission trip:
Over the past few weeks, we have been closely monitoring the situation in Nicaragua. We have consulted with our personnel on the ground in Nicaragua, other NGO’s and partners who serve in Nicaragua, reviewing news articles that are available on the situation, and using social media to obtain “on the spot” developments.
The Mission of Hope has reluctantly decided that we must cancel our July Mission trip. Out of an abundance of caution, we find it necessary to make this decision. We have consistently indicated that above all, we will do all within our power, as always, to secure the safety of our travelers. (We understand that you, our July travelers, have been planning and looking forward to the trip and that we share in your disappointment and frustration etc.)
We have also determined that, at this time, it would not be prudent to put added stress or responsibility on our personnel in Nicaragua, especially at a time when the situation changes rapidly. We want to insure that they, too, are focused on the care and security of their families as well as their responsibilities for the Mission of Hope’s programs and projects to serve the poor.
We remain firmly and passionately committed to serving the poor and marginalized and know that once the political and social situation in Nicaragua, is resolved, our projects and programs will be needed more than ever. In the interim, we will continue to coordinate our efforts with our Nicaraguan staff, for the benefit of the most marginalized in Nicaragua. We are counting on your continued prayers and support (time, talent, treasure) to assist us in serving those in need.
End of official statement….
Your prayers are requested for all involved.
God grant me the serenity
to accept the things I cannot change;
courage to change the things I can;
and wisdom to know the difference.
Let us live and be hope for one another.
Sr. Debbie
Sr. Debbie Blow, OP
Executive Director
North Country Mission of Hope
3452 Route 22
Peru, NY 12972
Cell: 518-570-5443
Office: 518-643-5572
Posted: May 30th, 2018 under Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.