Certificates and Goodbyes

Today was our last day of VBS and all the children got certificates and you cannot imagine what a big deal that was for them. Every child had their name read out loud and they came up to get their certificate. There were about 30 teachers and helpers that showed up every day to help with the VBS program. They love the children so much and were so happy that we showed them how to run a program to teach the kids about God in a fun way. We have no doubt that they will be ready to run a program by themselves going forward.

I’m reminded that LOVE ❤️ is the universal language and when you look into the eyes of the beautiful people here, their eyes light up and we smile, hug and show love to each other even if we don’t speak the same language. Many of our teachers translated for us to teach each other and make the program the best it could be.

After we had yet another fun time of dancing and singing and celebrating our week together, many of the kids and adults surprised us with gifts - handmade baskets, jewelry, mats, mud sculptures, papayas and lots of avocados. We were blown away because giving these items is a huge sacrifice for them given how little they have to begin with. They were so filled with joy when we received their gifts.

At Salvation Tower the Pastor and his wife are caring for around 50 children and they all have a structure to sleep in, food to sustain them and an opportunity to attend school. They also provide for many local widows to make sure they are cared for. We are all amazed and inspired by how they live their lives! Every day they rely on God to provide and He has been so faithful.

It was heartbreaking to say goodbye to our new friends after spending the week with them. I am so incredibly grateful for the opportunity we had to come and build relationships with everyone in the village.

Tomorrow we are heading to a different part of Uganda 🇺🇬 to go on a Safari for a few days. We are all a little tired but ready for an adventure.Read more