More than 20 Seventh-day Adventist volunteers spent Sabbath, 6 June 2026, serving the 20 resident children of Esperança Orphanage in Maputo, in an initiative organised by the South Mozambique Mission and the Mozambique Union Mission as part of Children's Month.

The volunteers, who included both children and adults, cleaned the orphanage grounds, restored the garden, constructed a base to support the facility's water tank, prepared a plot for a vegetable garden, and donated more than 200 school notebooks along with other educational materials.

Orphanage Director Helena Ernesto Bambo shared the history of the institution with the volunteers and formally thanked the Adventist Church for its longstanding partnership with Esperança.

"Your presence and support demonstrate that these children are loved, valued, and remembered," Bambo said.

She added that the Church's continued involvement has brought practical assistance and hope to children facing significant social and economic challenges.

Olga Muleso, Women's and Children's Ministries Director for the Mozambique Union Mission, addressed the children, staff, and volunteers, reminding the children of their value in God's eyes and encouraging them to pursue their dreams with faith and determination. She also challenged church members to continue reflecting Christ's love through acts of compassion and service.

The Esperança visit is one of several activities being held across Mozambique to mark Children's Month, with the Adventist Church combining practical service with spiritual encouragement in communities throughout the country.