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The Holy Diocese of Arusha close to the struggling mothers and children of Central Tanzaniatranslated

August 1, 2026 · 1 min read

With the blessing of the Reverend Metropolitan of Arusha, Mr. Agathonikos, the nuns of the Holy Monastery of Taxiarchou Michael in Kintamali visited the "Center of Hope for Young Mothers and Children" (Center of Hope for Young Mothers and Children), which is located in the Kigonzile district of the city of Iringa in Tanzania. The "Hope Center" is an important social structure in Iringa and is supported by the Holy Metropolis of Arusha. Its mission is to offer safe accommodation to new mothers and children, as well as support to women facing extreme poverty, abandonment or other serious social difficulties.

At the same time, daily nutrition, basic necessities, psychosocial support, as well as education and professional training opportunities are provided, so that mothers can gain financial independence and build a better future for themselves and their children.

During their visit, the nuns distributed food and school supplies to new mothers and children, offering relief and bringing smiles. These items were donated by Mrs. Petsa Oikonomaki Penelopi and Mrs. Athanasia Kalamaras. At the same time, the…

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Sarah ScottIt's wonderful to see the nuns from the Monastery of the Taxiarch Michael in Kindamali visiting the Center of Hope again this year. Those school supplies and food donations must have made a real difference to the young mothers in Kigonzile, especially with the training they're getting toward independence. Thank you to Mrs. Pitsa Economaki Penelope and Mrs. Athanasia Kalamara for their generosity.
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