Day 3 Update!

Our morning started with a Community Gathering at the church.  This was a new event that was created with the intent of giving our team and the parents of the children in our community the chance to connect.  It was a very full morning that started off with a service in the church.  The local pastor gave a short message followed by a few songs by the cutest choir I’ve ever seen.  Pastor John also shared a message about the five most important things parents can give their children.  The older girls then did a couple of amazing choreographed dances that they had created in Choreography Club.  There were gifts given and recognitions made, and it felt beautiful to bring two communities together in worship, celebration, and hope in our great God of ALL nations.

After the service, we had popcorn, bread, and of course, coffee together.  Lucas and Jeff competed in a blind-folded pot-breaking contest.  And it was closed out by some impressive dancing and lots of selfies as requested by the kids.

This afternoon we met with Fikru to hear updates on all that is happening at the carepoint.  It was exciting to hear from him and great to have a chance to ask questions and discuss together plans and hopes for the future of the carepoint. We also had a chance to walk around the neighborhood and see where some of the kids live.  Tomorrow is our last day at the carepoint and we’re looking forward to sharing letters from their sponsors with them and serving them a feast!