Passport to the World

Saturday was spent all day with the kids from the orphanage. We couldn't have ordered a more perfect day. We played some large group games like ships across the ocean, red light green light, and capture the flag. I am definitely sore this morning after all that running! In the morning we also told the story of Lazerus and how Jesus raised him from the dead.  I think Lazerus enjoyed breaking free of his toilet paper grave clothes. We ended the morning coloring armor of God sheets. The kids were so proud of their creations!

After a quick lunch we returned for our carnival called passport to the world. We gave a quick geography lesson about the different continents that make up the world, pointing out each one on a globe. Real Cathy, not flat Cathy, designed beautiful passports for the kids. Each child took a passport photo and attached it to the pretend passports. 

They were then required to visit each continent and participate in the assigned activity for that continent. North America was fishing, South America was a soccer kicking activity, Australia were kangaroo jumps, Antarctica was the penguin waddle/3-legged race, Africa was animal walks, Asia was face painting, and Europe was a photo booth. After they completed each activity, they got a stamp in their passport. Once their passport was full, they received a blowup globe. 

The carnival ended and our chicken bus arrived to bring the entire group to McDonalds for dinner. 

The kids, and a few adults, enjoyed the playhouse while we waited for all 50 orders to arrive. 

The kids were so excited and so thankful. Before leaving, we received hugs and thank you's (many practicing their English skills) from each of the kids. It was my favorite part of the day. But like all days, this one had to end and we loaded back onto the chicken bus and said good-bye to our new friends. 

Today we will be spending our time at the two churches, sharing faith stories (Beth, Abby, Gail, and Sarah, and giving the message (me! Gulp!) Prayers for today are much needed as many of our digestive systems are out of whack and Amy has developed a full blown sinus infection. Pray for recovered health, peace as we prepare our stories, and strength to finish strong. Continue to pray for those we will be working with and have worked with over the last few days. May they know they are loved and find hope in Jesus Christ. 

Thank you prayer warriors! Have a great day!