Well the ministry did not disappoint. Amazima is now serving approximately 600 kids. These kids are sponsored and are able to go to school daily. On Saturday all the kids come for a bible lesson, lunch, and a time to play. Some of the kids walk for up to an hour to get there.
We got there early and were able to play with some of the kids until Brad, the only other American staff member, spoke to us about the mission. He explained his story about how he had originally come over to help the Ugandans build a playground (see all the pics below) and ended up realizing he was called to stay. It was so awesome to hear his story. His passion was exciting.
At this point, the children had gotten their hard boiled egg and has finished. Everyone was given a boiled egg in hope that they'd be able to listen without thinking of their belly being hungry. After the lesson they were given chicken and rice for lunch. They would take home a bag of rice and beans for their families.
We met Katie and she was very humble. She was not sure about all the attention. She did take pictures with us and answered a few questions. ( i have better pics of her and I but her little one is hiding in the background) She preferred we play with the kiddos over talking. What a cool woman. Her heart is so pure.
Things that I will never forget:
- the 4 lb baby coming to get help from Katie
- the playground where kids can be kids
- the amazing work God is doing over there
- the obedience that is making all of this a reality
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