The Society held a successful monitoring visit to the Thika Primary School for the Visually impaired on 11th March 2024 to monitor the use of Braille Scriptures that were distributed in 2019.

The visit involved checking the status of the Scriptures at the school’s library, accessibility by both the learners and teachers, their use, and the impact realized.

The Headteacher Mrs. Peninah Mutuku noted that the Braille Bibles have been beneficial to the children as they shape their moral values, and they can find answers to life questions as they individually read the Bibles. She added that the Braille Bibles have been a major boost to spreading God’s Word beyond the institutional level to the children’s families as the gadgets serve as a link between the children and their support system.

The Christian Religious Education (CRE) teachers observed that the learners can read the Braille Bibles for themselves, the learner’s Braille skills have improved and there are increased Bible engagement activities such as memory verse competitions in the school.

Testimonies

“I first interacted with Braille Bible in 2021. I study the Bible every day and like the book of Genesis because it teaches about how God created the world. What inspires me to study the Bible is to know God more and develop good moral values. My inspiration comes from Daniel 6:21-22 which I can recite. CRE is my best subject. Since I began interacting with the Bible my performance in CRE has improved.” Quinter Kerobo.

“I first interacted with Braille Scriptures in 2016. I study the Bible three times a day. I like the book of Genesis and Philippians because of the creation story and the joy of salvation. The Bible has helped me to know how to pray and preach the Word of God. My favourite memory verse is in Hebrews 13:8.” Teddy Macharia.

The school is grateful for the Bibles and looks forward to partner with BSK to integrate other BSK programmes that will enhance more Scripture engagement activities that will help create more impact among learners and teachers, including Programme for Pastoral Instruction (PP1) and Open the Book.

We thank God for the opportunity to avail Scriptures to all.