Just have a minute for a quick update. Jeff, Shane, Jena, Kellyn and I got to go visit the orphange this morning for their chapel service. Both Jena and I are extremely hoarse and unpleasant to listen to talk, much less sing. But the girls wanted a new song, so we gave it our best shot. I'll have to post video for the full effect. But we had a beautiful time of worship together!
Each girl received a bag with either crayons and a coloring book or a spiral notebook and colored pencils, along with a pencil, eraser and some candy. They each held their bag close to their chest and some didn't even look inside while we were there. Totally unlike my kids who would have had it all sprawled out everywhere in their haste to see what they got. It is heart-wrenching to see how treasured a box of crayons can be.
The warden asked me to pray with her, and we had a blessed time of calling out on behalf of these girls and this sweet lady who is pouring out her heart for them.
Group hug.
Must run for now. Clinic is calling. Sleep well my friends!
Just have a minute for a quick update. Jeff, Shane, Jena, Kellyn and I got to go visit the orphange this morning for their chapel service. Both Jena and I are extremely hoarse and unpleasant to listen to talk, much less sing. But the girls wanted a new song, so we gave it our best shot. I'll have to post video for the full effect. But we had a beautiful time of worship together!
Each girl received a bag with either crayons and a coloring book or a spiral notebook and colored pencils, along with a pencil, eraser and some candy. They each held their bag close to their chest and some didn't even look inside while we were there. Totally unlike my kids who would have had it all sprawled out everywhere in their haste to see what they got. It is heart-wrenching to see how treasured a box of crayons can be.
The warden asked me to pray with her, and we had a blessed time of calling out on behalf of these girls and this sweet lady who is pouring out her heart for them.
Group hug.
Must run for now. Clinic is calling. Sleep well my friends!
4 comments:
Fabulous work here and great job telling the story via pictures and words. I have a question for you - do you know why most of the orphans are girls?
BCH is only has the capacity to take girls right now because of limited space. The plan is to move to an off-site facility, and they may be able to take boys there. Not sure, though.
Bet Shane was a noodle after this event! He has such a heart for children! Praying for you all!
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