Relationships Make the World Go Around

Published in , , on April 6, 2022.
Listen to Episode 3 BIG IDEA How do we think about relationships? We prioritize people over tasks. Strong & trusting relationships are the foundation of every partnership, whether they be personal or professional.  Without a solid relational foundation, communication can be misinterpreted, partnerships can be fractured, and progress will be stalled.  Join us as we […]
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BIG IDEA

How do we think about relationships? We prioritize people over tasks.

Strong & trusting relationships are the foundation of every partnership, whether they be personal or professional.  Without a solid relational foundation, communication can be misinterpreted, partnerships can be fractured, and progress will be stalled.  Join us as we dig deeper into the importance of relationships as we hear from Milton in Honduras, and Hugo & Mercy in Malawi.

Do you want to do a deeper dive on the benefits of relationships? Check out this Forbes article!

https://www.forbes.com/sites/tracybrower/2021/04/04/how-to-build-relationships-and-enhance-happiness-4-insights-from-neuroscience/?sh=5fa728d0262f

What does it mean when we talk about equal partnerships? Clear and open communication, intentional relationship building, prioritizing local leadership and vision, a focus on connection not tasks, and more listening than talking!

CALL TO ACTION

This week we are highlighting partner schools. You can serve in a local partner school or support a global partner school.

There are multiple ways to engage whether your local to Kansas City, or elsewhere! You can pack backpacks with food for the weekends, tutor students, work the book mobile, or even donate to the Partner School Amazon wish list. We also have global partner schools where you could sponsor a classroom for as little as $37.00 a month!

Learn more by following the link below!

https://cor.org/leawood/localimpact/serve-youth

MEET THE VOICES 

Milton Illovares – Honduras – UMVIM & IMT Coordinator  

Milton is a coffee enthusiast who went to culinary school. He decided to become a missionary instead of working as a chef because he could not ignore his call. He strongly believes in the power of building relationships. Milton works at the United Methodist Mission in Honduras as the UMVIM (United Methodist Volunteers in Mission) & IMT (In Mission Together) Coordinator.  

Milton is competitive and hilarious – he will beat you at board games. Never to fear, after he beats you, he still tells you where to find the best coffee, and how to pick the perfect piece of fruit.  

Milton with some of his friends! Joyce, Yorlen, & Carol.

Hugo Ngwira – Malawi – Director of Opulence  

Hugo has been involved in our partnership since 2010. At the beginning of our relationship Hugo worked for the United Methodist Church in Malawi. Now, in addition to working for the UMC, Hugo is the director of Opulence. Opulence is a non-profit organization in Malawi focused on holistic community development. He graduated from Africa University, and recently completed his masters – it’s fair to say he is a very busy & intelligent man. He loves God deeply & an outstanding example of Christian love. 

Some advice on building relationships from Hugo, "Encourage people who are discouraged." 

Hugo Nqwira

Mercy Chikhosi - Malawi Founder & Director of Wandikweza  

Mercy graduated from Africa University, with a BS in Nursing. She received a Master's in Public Health from Walden University.  

After Mercy worked as a nurse and served as the Health Coordinator for the church MUMC (Malawi United Methodist Church). She then served as the Malawi Country Manager for ZOE empowers. She currently is Founder and Executive Director of Wandikweza, a mobile healthcare organization that delivers care to everyone who needs it. They support the Malawi Public health system and prioritize care for maternal and child health.  

Mercy has 3 children, Grace working in the health field, Isabelle in Marketing and Jean Claude is doing an internship, in his final year at university. 

Mercy Chikhosi

Some advice on relationships from Mercy - Relationships take relational capital. You have to invest your time to be part of a community. It took Mercy two years to become a part of her community. She attended weddings, funerals, and major celebrations and worked at building trust. She recommends listening and learning as much as possible from people. Be present, be willing to do the work.  

Thanks for listening!

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