Mark 9:37
Our little church had another opportunity of ministering together. This time we went to a government orphanage.
Grateful for the fresh fruits, vegetables and corn meal that we brought for the children, the staff of this home told us some surprising things. The home is more of a rescue center than an orphanage. The children remain here for only six months after which each one will move to a more permanent facility, one for boys and a separate one for girls where schooling is provided. This particular home shelters up to 60 children, but they have more than 60 at any one given time.
Today there were just over 50 children in residence ranging in age from 8 months to 6 years old. They only take children up to 6 years of age. There is a second facility a short distance away which cares for children ages 7-17 years old.
We came with songs, stories, and games. The balloons we brought were a big hit.
As we sat on the ground to sing songs and hear stories, we were surrounded by little faces plying for attention, piling in our laps, holding their hands out for a hug. We were humbled by this opportunity to share the love of Christ in such a tangible way.
Pray for these little ones which while abandoned by their parents, are not forgotten by God. Pray that they would have the opportunity to know their heavenly Father, even if they don’t know their earthly one. Pray that as they grow they will desire to be adopted by God as His child and embrace the family of God.
Pray for our little ministering group as well. Pray that we would be sensitive to the direction of the Holy Spirit as we begin plans for our next ministry opportunity together. Pray for loving hearts and willing hands as we endeavor to share the love of Christ in our community.