Sorry I haven't updated lately, it has been a little confusing trying to get a date nailed down for my first visit to the orphanage. But we finally have it! Mark it down: July 4, will be my FIRST official day working at the orphanage...we hope!
You see, I some how contacted a slight cold, which turned into a slight infection, but I'm taking medicine for it, however if I am not better by Sunday I'll have to tell them I won't be able to come for the safety of the children. Prayers are greatly appreciated as you can imagine!
I went to the grand opening of the new dormitories last Saturday and the benefit dinner on Sunday. I'll be posting pictures, it was so wonderful to hear the vision of the ministry! The hearts of the pastor and staff are so sold out to the loving and discipleship of the children they serve! It was so beautiful to hear them speak with such passion for their calling!
Sorry for this being such a short post, but it's late and I need to get my rest, but I will say one more thing, what I consider to be the most beautiful: The Garden of Hope
The Garden of Hope is a beautiful simple garden located just outside the new dormitories. There are 3 stone pillars surrounding it, and on them are written the names of the many people who have given $1000 or more to the ministry. There are names from all over the world! Churches, families, single people whom God has placed on their hearts to give.
The pastor said that the Garden of Hope was a very special place because it was the first place they would take a new child who came to the Home. They would take them to see the stone pillars and tell them, "Do you see those names? Those are the names of all the people who are praying for you. Those are the names of all the people who believe in you. You are no longer alone." Those last words touched me so much I started to cry as I looked at the beautiful faces of the children who were standing beside the pillars.
Jesus loved children! Oh how it must break his heart that there are approximately 100,000,000 children living on the streets around the world! If reading this small piece has moved your heart to give towards the orphanage financially here is the link by which you may do so http://www.lovehopemercy.org/giving.asp Also, only 2 of the pillars are inscribed so far, because Living Hope Community is not yet complete. The new dormitories for the children to live are only phase one of their vision. There is still MUCH to accomplish! But for $1000 or more, your name could be one of those inscribed on the third pillar.
I will be posting pictures tomorrow along with a little more information on the Esperanza Viva and their vision. Blessings!
Forever and Always,
-Sarah
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