Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Elder McGovern's final days in Moldova and farewell

All gathered in the mayor's office for signing of the contract
Elder McGovern remained in Moldova until July 18th and one reason was the clean water project which we have been working on since February of 2012...it is finally happening!
Lydia, son, Elder McGovern and towns people at contract signing


Parascovia and Ray at contract signing





Another reason for his staying was to receive 10 computers, donated by our Church in England.  Five of those went to school #5, which is a school for the handicapped:



This director of school #5 is one of the most dedicated people we had the pleasure of working with!



Three of the computers went to the school of Cimislia where we hope the teachers of English each received one, but we are not certain of that part!

One of the computers was donated to Doina Stepinenco's NGO and one was donated to the school in Scorteni.

Two teachers in front of Scorteni School

The first part of September 2012 Dr. John Lewis will be returning to Moldova and bringing expertise and a new piece of equipment for the hospital and Dr. Lupan.  Elder McGovern worked hard to see that all would happen smoothly as Elder and Sister Pinder, our replacement arrive in Moldova today, August 22, just a short time before Dr. Lewis will arrive.

I, Sister McGovern, had my hip surgery July 31st and am recovering nicely.  We are adjusting to life here again, have received new callings, etc.  However a part of our hearts will always be there with the people we love so in Moldova.  We thank God for the opportunities which we had and ask His blessing upon Moldova and her people.