Staff Writer

​At WellSpring Rescue House in Mufulira, Zambia, each day is filled with learning, growth, and community. After school, the girls take part in daily activities that equip them with essential life skills. Under the guidance of our dedicated caregivers, they learn to cook, wash dishes, and organize household items—skills that will help them build a strong foundation for their future.

​Jolima and Naomi embarked on an interesting school project that involved making a simple circuit, which turned out to be a much more enriching experience than they initially anticipated.

​In Zambia, the education system is divided into three terms per year.

The academic calendar is structured to encourage continuous learning and growth throughout the school year.

On January 13th, all schools in Zambia reopened after a one-month holiday in December for the Christmas season and this starts the new 2025 school year.

After an amazing mission team trip during New Year’s, the kids had a chance to share their thoughts and feelings with our visitors. It’s Zambian custom to send thank-you letters to our families, who always love us with their support and prayers.

​Over New Year’s, the Wellspring team in Zambia was blessed to receive two special visitors – Ward and John. This was John’s second trip back to Zambia. The girls and staff were overjoyed to welcome the team and celebrate the new year together. They were delighted by the games and gifts brought by the mission team.

​Due to the recent poor rainfall in Zambia, the Wellspring team did not undertake significant maize or crop production at the farm. However, we are still utilizing the plot for smaller farming activities. With the help of James, our caretaker and administrative assistant, we managed to plant some maize. This activity supports the girls during their school break and provides them with valuable farming knowledge.

​This year’s Christmas party was hosted by the Wellspring team at the girls’ house. The event included the organization staff, the girls, and their parents.

On December 21, a Saturday morning, auditors from NGOs in Lusaka visited Wellspring for an inspection. We presented the skills the girls are acquiring.

​The WellSpring team attended a Christmas party at St. Raphael Catholic orphanage. The team enjoyed the celebration. Activities included poems, drama, cultural performances, and dancing. The girls participated in some performances, with an attendance of around 250 to 300 children.

​The girls are preparing to celebrate a special Christmas party on December 21st with the St. Raphael Orphanage. Our team has developed a good relationship with the leadership of that ministry, creating a strong “partnership” where we can share ideas and learn from the experiences each group has encountered. We are like-minded organizations, with very similar core focuses.