Seeds of Wisdom in South Sudan
Supporting Students and Families from South Sudan through EducationA nonprofit organization, working in partnership with the Co-Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist in Rochester, MN and the people of South Sudan, dedicated to the education of the children of Pukuka, Yei, South Sudan, with a focus on the development of educational opportunities emphasizing Catholic values, academic success and access to improved health care.

Thank you from SOW Board members to all those who attended and supported the 2023 fundraiser dinner

The Seeds of Wisdom board would like to express a sincere THANK YOU for your support of the recent benefit dinner. So many people volunteered time, baskets, and desserts. A special shout out to all the students that were there serving or helped with set up. See more photos from the dinner event here! We had about 150 guests attending. The St. Bakhita Choir was great. The evening was a lot of fun and had so much energy. Great prizes were auctioned off. Most importantly, we topped our goal of…

2023 SOW Fundraiser Dinner Photo Album

The annual Fundraising Benefit Dinner was a big success.    Thanks to all that were involved with the biggest fundraising day of our year.  The participation of many helps to make a difference for young lives and their families in Uganda refugee camps!      Below are photos taken from the successful evening.   Great energy and fun was served up during this exceptional fundraising event. ‘

Seeking your Support! Seeds of Wisdom boarding school support requests

Our camp schools are doing a great job educating students in primary grades.  However the only options for secondary education requires students to attend boarding schools in Uganda.   We are supporting a small number of boarding school students currently, but It is our goal to extend greater support to these children and give them the best chance to excel with Education and securing their future.   Increasing the number of children that receive this benefit, extends a greater the impact on the South Sudanese people! Learn how it is possible to…

April, 2023 – Father John Lasuba and Father Jerry Mahon visit the SOW camp schools in Uganda

April, 2023 – Father John Lasuba and Father Jerry Mahon visit the SOW camp schools in Uganda

Written By Fr. Mahon During this time of my visit to our sister school, St. John the Evangelist, Arua, Uganda, I am sincerely moved by many factors. One is the beauty and grace of education, to help someone move from where they are to so much more! This is extremely evident as I shared life with our students and their exceptional teachers. While the conditions are a significant challenge with many limitations, the dedication of parents, teachers, and our Principal, George, creates possibilities! The desire for new life in the…

Fr. Jerry Mahon shares a note of gratitude to supporters of Seeds of Wisdom while visiting the camp schools in Uganda

Fr. Mahon from the Co-Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist writes as he visits the students sponsored by Seeds of Wisdom. Dear Friends: Grateful to arrive safely in Entebbe, Uganda after reasonable flights of a long distance! During our many years of offering education and formation to so many children, I have never been here with Father John. I came twice, once to bless the ground of the school and the second time for the dedication of the school. As you know so well, we had to close the school…