In the Tanzanian culture, the church is responsible to bear the cost of educating future pastors. Meet two pastors who have benefited from the Meru Partnership Committee Professional Education Fund. Discover the need to train more pastors to serve the growing number of Lutherans in Tanzania.

In the Tanzanian culture, pastors serve many roles beyond being spiritual leaders.  As part of the Ascension Lutheran (Waukesha) partnership, Pastor Nathan Makenge was an active part of digging a 9- km. (5.5+ miles) trench for a community water project that now brings safe water to 3000 people.

In 2020 an unexpected $50,000 gift came at just the right time for two secondary schools in the Diocese of Meru. This generosity inspired Julie Starks to consider supporting the funds that develop future leaders in Tanzania in her legacy giving. Will watching this video also inspire you?

Helping the Diocese Help Others.

The spring 2020 rains caused floods and significant damage. The Greater Milwaukee Synod responded with humanitarian aid that helped 580 households. COVID-19 has slowed their economy, and the Diocese is called to help with food and to support the parishes that receive minimal offerings.  Video 5 shares the story of how we can help the Diocese of Tanzania to help others in need.

Interestd in making a contribution to our Tanzania Outreach Program? 

There are two conveinant ways.