Thursday morning we went to Feeding Centre #2. The children were in the middle of a craft and we just sat down beside them and they immediately accepted us. We shared the story of the lame man with the four friends who lowered him down into the house in front of Jesus. The children enjoyed colouring the picture of the man and then playing with the craft. The teacher graciously read the story with enthusiasm, while Kayla and Anika acted it out with puppets.
We then headed outside and played Pato, Pato, Gonzo (Duck, Duck, Goose). Then we brought out the parachute and bounced the soccer balls. The children laughed and laughed while we played with the parachute. The kids really loved this and we could all tell that it was their favourite activity. We helped serve lunch (pasta), and gave hugs before heading back to our home base. I was so touched by how comfortable the kids were with us. It was a blessing to spend time with the children, and we all enjoyed ourselves.
We then headed outside and played Pato, Pato, Gonzo (Duck, Duck, Goose). Then we brought out the parachute and bounced the soccer balls. The children laughed and laughed while we played with the parachute. The kids really loved this and we could all tell that it was their favourite activity. We helped serve lunch (pasta), and gave hugs before heading back to our home base. I was so touched by how comfortable the kids were with us. It was a blessing to spend time with the children, and we all enjoyed ourselves.
As we were driving away from the centre, all the people in the community waved at us and said hello.
Please pray for a replacement teacher as the current teacher is having a baby in June. Pray for safety and the ability to reach out to more children in the area.
By the way, (Linette writing now) I had a neat opportunity to briefly visit a home across the road from this feeding centre. This house was recently built by someone working with this mission. A family with 5 children live here. This house is probably about 10 x 15…they have no running water or washroom … but they are so grateful because they now have a well built house with windows rather than a shack pieced together with boards and tin. There is now a small kitchen and two small bedrooms; one bed for 4 children and one bed for the parents and 4 month-old baby. Anna let me come with her to bring 2 bags of clothing from our group. The mother, Yolanda, gave me a big hug and thanked me and let us see her baby sleeping in the next room. I left there amazed at her warmth and happiness even though she had so little. When I go back home I will think of her when I turn the tap to get water. I am so blessed, but often not as grateful as Yolanda.
Shelley and Linette
Shelley and Linette
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