Burma, Delaco (BU30)

Completion of Dolaco Parish Kitchen, Loikaw, Myanmar

Published Tue, Mar 17, 20. Written by Kathleen Connors.

Francis Phatulu has informed us of the completion of the new kitchen for the Dolaco Parish in Loikaw, Myanmar.  Francis informs that they completely rebuilt the new kitchen from the ground up.  The new room is twice the length of the old one and provides the necessary conditions for the health of all the children. He informs that the children are well nourished and in good physical condition. He and the children are grateful for a successful outcome of the kitchen construction project and look forward to equipping the new space shortly.  In his report Francis states, “We would be lost without your help”. He assures you of their prayers and those of the children for your precious support and that of PIME USA.

Renovations to Boarding Homes Completed in Myanmar

Published Wed, Sep 05, 18. Written by Kathleen Connors.

Francis Phatulu has informed us of the completion of the renovations of St. Ann’s and St. Paul’s boarding homes. He tells us that aside from much needed repairs to floors and ceilings, St Ann’s girls boarding home now has a study hall so the girls no longer have to study in the dining room. This will improve their study habits and help them learn. The study hall will also be used for the members of religious associations to hold their retreats or conduct religious courses and meetings. The renovated building now has the capacity to accommodate 50 people.

The installations of St. Paul’s boys boarding home have been also improved; the building is now neat and tidy. The boys sleep on the second floor and the first floor is a study hall. Special occasions and other activities are also held in this hall. Aside from the basic repairs needed at the two homes, Francis informed that they also were able to fix the ceiling of St. Joseph’s boarding home, something not included in the original project.

Thanks to PIME USA project donors, they reached their goal of having well-maintained rooms for all the poor boarding students who come from near or far. They are now able to maintain the health of the hostels and students in safe and sound places for the children to thrive and learn. The work was done over the summer and ready for this school year.

Boarding Home Renovations in Progress with Donor Support

Published Thu, Mar 01, 18. Written by Kathleen Connors.

Francis Phatulu has informed us on the project progress of the renovation of girls’ boarding home at Dolaco parish, Myanmar. The renovation of St. Ann’s boarding home for the girls was implemented over about three months. The project started in December 2017 and the project is still in need of work -- the ceiling of the building and renovation of boys’ boarding home are next on the work list.

There were many struggles and challenges involved in the project. From the last week of December 2017 to the second week of January 2018, there was unseasonal rain in the country making transportation very difficult. Also, the state government gave strict orders for not trading and selling woods in the Kayah State.

Francis Phatulu expects the project to be completed during the summer. At that time the boys and girls will have finished the academic year and gone back home. Thanks to our PIME USA project donors, the work can continue in their absence and be ready for the next school year.