One Day at a Time : A Blog
This is the story of One Day, told in moments. Snapshots of ordinary days that, over time, have built something extraordinary. Here you’ll find key milestones, honest reflections, lessons learned, and the small stories that shape who we are. As ordinary people say yes to purpose and express love in practical ways, lives are changed. Take your time, have a look around, and step into the journey with us.
Returning to HaLebesa After Lockdown : A Site Full of Life
After more than a year and a half of travel restrictions, we return to HaLebesa to find a site full of life. With 21 children now at home, new houses completed, a playground unveiled, and rainwater systems installed, the project has continued to grow steadily through lockdown.
Strengthening Foundations in HaLebesa: July 2019 Team Visit
In July 2019, our focus shifts from building structures to strengthening foundations. With children now part of the One Day family, this visit centres on safeguarding, governance, site planning and community partnership in HaLebesa.
The First Two Kids Have Arrived
After years of preparation, land development, and partnership with Social Development, the first two children arrive at One Day in Lesotho.
The Memorandum in My Hand
A long drive to Maseru, a last-minute witness, and a signed agreement. The Memorandum of Understanding with Social Development is finally in place.
The First Two Homes
Chris and the team complete the first two family homes in Lesotho, built around a model of care focused on small, stable, loving households.
The North Channel Swim for One Day | Garrett McDermott Fundraiser
Garrett McDermott is swimming the North Channel from Northern Ireland to Scotland to raise funds for orphaned children in Lesotho. Support his One Day challenge today.
What’s Your One Day?
Pursue your personal “One Day” challenge and raise funds to provide loving, safe family homes for orphaned children in Lesotho. Start your journey today.
A Busy Beginning in Lesotho
In just weeks, Chris and Sheila have integrated into the Butha Buthe community, helped install a village water pump, and begun building homes for vulnerable children.
Chris and Sheila Dillon Arrive in Lesotho
On St Patrick’s Day 2018, Chris and Sheila Dillon arrived in Lesotho to begin full-time work establishing safe and loving homes for orphaned children.
Sent From Among Us: Commissioning Chris and Sheila to Lesotho
Liberty Church commissions Chris and Sheila Dillon as missionaries to Lesotho, sending them to begin establishing safe homes for orphaned and vulnerable children.
ONE DAY Row for Lesotho
CrossFit West Dublin are taking on a 24-hour row to raise funds for our project in Lesotho. Find out how you can get involved.
A Month in Lesotho: When a Birthday Bought Bikes
In this final update from Lesotho, a young girl’s birthday generosity results in bikes and unforgettable joy for children at Pulane.
A Month in Lesotho: Penny’s View
One of the most requested updates is finally here. See Lesotho through 5-year-old Penny’s eyes as she shares her experience on the ground.
A Month in Lesotho: A Walk Around Pulane
In this update from Lesotho, we show you around Pulane Children’s Centre and share how it shapes our hopes for what’s to come.
A Month in Lesotho: Why We’re Doing This
In this update from Lesotho, the smiles of the children at Pulane remind us why this journey matters.
A Month in Lesotho: We Have Some Land
After several days of visiting potential sites in Butha Buthe, we’re excited to share that land has been secured for our new project in Lesotho.
A Month in Lesotho: Land and Next Steps
The first episode of A Month in Lesotho as Rob and Patrice travel to Butha Buthe to visit potential land sites for homes for vulnerable children.
The Lay of the Land
On our latest visit to Lesotho, we explored potential land sites in Butha Buthe as plans progress to establish homes for orphaned children.
Butha Buthe: A New Start
During our recent visit to Lesotho, we travelled north to Butha Buthe to explore the possibility of establishing a new project for orphaned and vulnerable children.
2016 Trip: Returning to Pulane Children’s Centre
Our 2016 team returned to Pulane Children’s Centre in Lesotho for two weeks of building projects, youth programmes, outreach, and unforgettable moments with the children.