They came with expectant faces. Some were very shy. Others were just toddlers, learning to use their legs. Their faces glowed with delight as they were handed a fistful of crayons. They quickly set out to find an empty bench so that they could fill their pages.
Things here never start on time, after awhile the trickle of children slows and we begin to gather the crayons. Some are eager to help and others part are hesitant to part with their crayons. There is a time of singing. Most of the songs they already know by heart. We sing in Spanish and Mosquito.
The Lord will fight for you, and you only need to keep silent.
Exodus 14:14 Theme Verse 2023
After the last song had been sung, the children gathered in to hear a Bible story. They sat still- mostly, and listened to the story of Daniel and the lions den and the story of Jesus’s death on the cross. After the story was read it was explained in Mosquito for the few who didn’t understand spanish. Once everyone understood the story there was a skit.
By this time all of the kids are stirring and ready to vacate their seats. Their attention span has reached its max capacity. The craft supplies come out, and the whole group turn their attention to the front anxiously anticipating what they will get to make. Colored yarn and rhinestones dazzle their interests as the set about making their crafts.
The crafts now completed, the children head out into the sunshine to play a variety of games, tug of war, kick ball and jump rope. Photos are taken and we all head home, exhausted but very full and happy.
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Truly a heart for the people there. Thank you being faithful to the calling God placed upon you guys as you serve Him that in Rus Rus.
Slice hearing about your work. May God continue to bless you.