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Monica Ruscitto’s Romanian Mission

Monica Ruscitto’s Romanian Mission. Compiled by Maggie Ringe.

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Monica Ruscitto’s Romanian Mission

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  1. Monica Ruscitto’s Romanian Mission Compiled by Maggie Ringe

  2. When Monica Ruscitto, a native of Romania, moved to the United States, she vowed to return to Romania to help those she had left behind.  She went on her own to do so, but she realized that the need was too great and that she could not do it alone.  She decided to turn to her community for help.  She got together with members of her own church, St Mildred's Catholic Church in Somerset, as well as members from the First United Methodist Church there, and put together a mission program to help her own village and others like it. 

  3. Since 2003, there has been a yearly mission group that has gone to Romania.  The first group consisted of only four people, but now the group is usually around 20.  The missionaries go to Romania in the spirit of love and Christian service.

  4. Monica (l) with some of the children the Mission helpers. They are either orphans or from extremely poor families. The Mission provides them with clothing, lunch and school transportation.

  5. A poor school in Briozu which the Monica’s Mission has helped for several years.

  6. A young girl poses with the food donation for her family provided by the Mission.

  7. Each of the children which the group sponsors receives a care package of clothing and other necessities.

  8. These sweaters and hats were handmade by a Kentucky woman who supports this mission. Along with the toys they are sent to the Romanian children as Christmas presents.

  9. The mission provided this handicapped child with a wheelchair in addition to giving him toys and clothing.

  10. Monica’s husband, Giulliano, teaches a tailoring class to the girls of the village. This skill will allow them to support themselves.

  11. The Mission works very closely with the children at Guilliver’s Orphanage. They do more than just donate food and clothing. They get involved with the children and try to bring some fun and hope into their lives.

  12. This is one such project started by Monica. The idea is to teach children simple arts and crafts which gives them something fun to do, and helps them develop skills which may be used in later life to help them earn a living.

  13. Children participate in one of the activities of the nondenominational Bible camp run by the Mission. The camp is a great way for these children to have some fun and it also teaches them that it is ok to talk about God and their faith. Although this right is taken for granted in the United States, many Romanians, having experienced years of religious oppression, are still nervous about expressing their faith openly.

  14. This family’s mud house deteriorated every time it rained. The Mission cemented the house, and now when it rains, the family doesn't have to worry that their house might be destroyed.

  15. The group has been working with the Romanians to build a new Education Center for the community.

  16. The Educational Center, which is now almost ready to open will be available to people of all ages and will also be used for the Mission’s nondenominational Bible school.

  17. Andrea (yellow shirt) used to live in this house.

  18. This is Andrea’s new house, which the Mission helped build. Unlike her old one, it has sturdy walls and a proper roof. In addition, the Mission arranged for Andrea to take classes in the city and improve her education.

  19. The Mission also works with this extremely poor nursing home. They have donated a refrigerator, stoves, hens (to provide the nursing home with a source of food) and clothing. The Mission plans to paint it on their next trip.

  20. This is the bed and breakfast where the Mission volunteers stay. It’s no luxury hotel, but it is quite cozy and comfortable.

  21. The funds needed to run this Mission are raised in a variety of ways. Much of it comes from the generosity of the churches in the Somerset area. Another big fundraiser is the February dinner, which serves a wide variety of ethnic foods.

  22. What can I do to help? Participate in the Mission Trip The 2007 Mission trip will be in June. The trip lasts about 2 weeks, and the cost to volunteers, including lodging and airfare, is expected to be around $2000, although the exact price is not yet known. Everyone is welcome and no special skills or experience are necessary. For more information contact Monica Ruscitto at (606) 423-4052

  23. Basic first-aid items such as: anti-diarrheals and Pepto-Bismol, aspirin, acetaminophen, band-aids, cough syrup (both for children and adults), antibiotic creams, cotton swabs reading glasses (any magnification combs and hairbrushes insect repellent deodorant sewing kits soccer balls & pumps dolls, small toy cars, jump ropes, craft kits washcloths Small school supplies such as: pencils, pencil sharpeners, pens, rubber bands hard candy Flavored drink mixes, unsweetened Donate SuppliesThe Mission is always in need of the following:(items in bold are the most urgently needed)

  24. bicycle reflectors Ziplock bags gloves, scarves, hats hair clips, ponytail holders, barrettes To donate supplies call either Monica Ruscitto (606) 423-4052 or Carolyn Crowhurst (606) 679-6327 Donate SuppliesThe Mission is always in need of the following:

  25. Make a Donation • $20 will provide a family with a bag of food and cleaning supplies • $240 will sponsor a child for 1 year (at $20/month) • $50 will provide school supplies for 1 school (K-8) • $75 will provide a window and door for a house • $100 will provide a picnic for the children during Bible school • $150 will provide a cooktop with propane tank • $250 will provide a stove and oven with propane tank • $250 will provide an industrial sewing machine for a high school classroom which will be used to give students a useful job skill • $450 will dig a clean and safe water well • $400 will buy a family a milk cow providing them with a sustainable source of nutrition • $1000 will provide enough building materials for 4 familes

  26. Make a Donation • Funds are also used to supply food, Bibles in Romanian, firewood, clothing, underclothing, shoes, bedding, detergent, sewing materials, livestock and farm animals, and other necessities.

  27. Make a Donation • Tax deductible donations may be made payable to: • St. Mildred’s Catholic Church 203 S Central Ave Somerset, KY 42501 • In the memo you MUST write “Romanian Mission”

  28. To request more information, ask questions or sign up, contact Monica Ruscitto (606) 423-4052

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