One afternoon, we were given an opportunity to spend time in a home for abused children. Our goal: to love these kids and get them to smile a lot! Here are some pics...
Sue pushing little Lorrian on the swing. Her story was heartbreaking. At just 3 years old, she has been raped by her cousin. Along with her 3 siblings, Lorrian has been placed in this home to protect her from her own family. Pray that God would heal this little child from all the emotional and physical trauma that she has faced at such an early age.
Kapanda is all smiles!
Lavernon and Kapanda loved getting their pictures taken!
Martin is having a great time on the swing!
Group picture with the kiddos.
More smiles.
Just the night before, this little girl was found alone and naked outside of a shebeen. She was rescued by workers at the children's home, where she will now grow up. Look at those big beautiful eyes. I think she's gonna have some attitude when she grows up, as this look seems to say, "What you lookin' at?!"
Me and the boys.If you ever find yourself thinking of Africa, say a prayer for the children. AIDS has left millions of kids orphaned and homeless. Other kids, such as these, face abuse from the very people who should love them most. Pray that God would cover these kids with His love!
1 comment:
obviously successful with the smiles goal... beautiful smiles! great to read about what God's doing in you and through you in your new "home!"
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