This morning we left Vladimir at 9:30 and made good time getting to Pokrov. It was less than two hours and we were able to meet with the orphanage director and then have a little time of introduction before lunch.
After lunch the children put on a play for us and then after a small break, we had tea. After tea, we made crafts. The main craft was painting tote bags. The kids really liked it, and many of the kids were very creative with their designs (in a good way).
We then played some group games in the front of the orphanage.
After the games and relay races we headed in for a dinner prepared partly by the older boys who live in the orphanage, even though they have graduated.
Later we circled and said some things that we were thankful for about the day. Each person saying something. I think that the most amazing thing that I heard a lot of very thoughtful comments from even the youngest of particpants. During the ending free time, Zach Brown decided to entertain the kids with a few drum solos. I think he raised his credibility pretty to a pretty high level. It was very evident that God is working here and healing brokeness. These kids are so open to love and to our returning trips.
Blessings.
Back at the hotel, I know hope to sleep. Good Ni.........
2 comments:
SO miss being with you ALL. Great to see the pictures. Keep 'em comin'. Thinking of you and praying for the team and the kids. Gonna sit here and cry...missin' my 2 guys. "Hi!", Misha and Yan.
It is great to hear the stories so far! LOVE the pictures. Please take one of Lena for me and post it. Praying for you all.
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