Racing the Cows to Your Water Source
“I used to wake up at 4am every day to fetch water from the stream. It took 2 hours to make a trip, and if I was late, the water would be contaminated by cows.” - Martina
Martina is a widow who farms for a living. Her priority is looking after her children, but the lack of clean and accessible water made this task difficult for her.
“My children would often go late to school, and get punished. And I would also be delayed in getting to the farm.” - Martina
The dirty water often made Martina and her children sick.
“My daughter's performance in school suffered, because she was always ill. The doctor would say it's typhoid, caused by the dirty water. I felt like I was failing as a mother. I prayed to God to send help our way.” - Martina
When Operation Blessing learned about the suffering of the people in Martina’s village, we took action.
“I was so happy when I saw the drilling machine. I danced for joy, knowing my prayers were answered.” – Martina
Today, Martina is grateful for a new beginning
“Now, I have clean water right in my village. My children go to school on time, and we're all healthier. Thank you, Operation Blessing, for the water you brought to us. I can farm earlier, prepare breakfast quicker, and spend quality time with my friends and children. Now, they ask my children “How do you get to school so early?” and they say, people from far away brought clean water to our village.” – Martina
“Now that we have good water, I no longer get sick and I can concentrate on my studies. Thank you so much.” Martina’s daughter.
Partnering with CBN means more than just giving—you’re helping feed and clothe families, providing medical aid to those without access to hospitals and doctors, and helping provide clean water for the thirsty. Your faithful giving brings hope to the hopeless and the truth of God’s Word to millions of homes through The 700 Club! Help bring the love of Christ to the world when you become a CBN partner today!
“We are all so grateful for this gift of clean water. It has changed our lives forever.” - Martina
