Today, we visited Karangazi Parish School, supported by Compassion International. All of us took part in the blessing of meeting and getting to know Compassion students. Some of us even had the opportunity to meet the students we sponsor. As a team we were able to sit in on classes, hear scripture from students and learn more of the weekly lessons. Our team also spoke to administration regarding school growth and development and the ongoing partnership between the parish school and the church parish.
One of the most profound moments of my experience thus far has been meeting Phionah. Phionah is the child Sarah Moubray and I sponsor together. It is indescribable the feeling we each felt when meeting her for the first time. Our interpreter, John, did an amazing job of making Phionah feel comfortable and open to asking questions. Sarah and I did most of the talking but within the few hours we had with her, it was beautiful to see her come alive. It was a beautiful moment to witness children being greeted with open arms and embraced in the love of Christ. One by one children received their gifts, but it was much more than material items. Each child is loved, prayed for, and today received a remarkable and intangible gift of Christ’s unconditional love. I pray these children and children everywhere will come to know the Lord in unspeakable ways and will share their knowledge and passion for life with everyone they meet.
written by Stacey Greene
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