HungryForLifeInternational

With excitement building in our hearts we departed the guest house on Friday morning and embarked on our journey to the orphanage 250km away. It was a good day for travelling and God blessed us with safety. However 2 out of 3 vehicles got pulled over b y the police for no reason at all. After a few minutes we continued on our way. Everyone had their ideas of what the orphanage and the kids would be like.

As we pulled into the driveway of the orphanage the children came running with big smiles on their faces and waving their at us. For some team members it was hard to see the buildings as it reminded them of past experiences. For others it was heart warming to see the warm welcome we received. The children quickly came to speak with us and pulled the men out onto the soccer field. We visited with the children and staff for a while before dinner.

After dinner we hosted a tea & sweets kitchen shower for the staff. It was a great time of fellowship and getting to know each other. We gave the gifts we brought and everyone was so grateful. The Pastor spoke, shared the needs of the orphanage.

These needs included roof repairs, septic system replacement, food, linoleum floors on main floor, and sewing room. We were able to help them do the flooring, food, sewing room and tables, chairs and hydro account. Thank you to the woman who had a dream and donated for the sewing room. Thank you to everyone else who donated to specific projects. We are praying that God will provide money for the roof and septic system in the future. The Pastor was so appreciative and thanked us and everyone back home for their prayers and support.

Friday night we slept in the beds the orphans do. They were actually pretty comfortable and cozy. The orphans who gave up their beds spent the night in the village at different homes. It was a great experience.

Saturday morning we woke up to the sound of little boys running through the halls. They were eager to play with us again. The men had a good game of soccer before breakfast. Who knew that Bill was a great goalie. After breakfast our women set up craft time. Marg did a great star craft which was perfect for the younger ones but all enjoyed it. Katie and Agnus taught the children spool knitting while Sharon showed them how to make God Eyes. Adel brought wood models (boat, tractor, bi plane) which the children had to sand, glue together and paint. This was very popular with all. Bill, Ron, and Dale we very patient as they helped the children.

After lunch the children had a choir performance for us. The junior choir (7 & under) sang a few songs then the middle choir (7-10 yr) joined in. One little boy, who Marg wanted to take home, did a solo and has an amazing voice. Marg and Bill now have 5 grandchildren. Finally the senior choir (11yr and up) came up, they only had 2 girls though so they didn’t do as many songs. It was a great performance and was nice to see their pride and satisfaction in performing.

Then it was time to leave… the hard part. There were smiles and hugs and tears. We were leaving knowing that we had made a difference and shared Gods love with them.

The new Orphanage Transition Home



The Chilliwack Team