This is hard b/c this post deserves more time, but I can only devote a little be tonight. We have had a VERY busy day today. It is midnight and we are expecting our home church tomorrow afternoon. So I have a lot to do tomorrow.
As I said in the last post- today we went to the "school" in Kibera. I say "school" because it really isn't one. It doesn't cost much for kids to go to school here, but these kids' parents can't afford to send them to school so they would just sit at home if it weren't for some amazing women who have given their time, money, and love to these 15 children. God has given them hearts for "the least of these". What a treat it as to go and see their sweet faces with my new friends! They really enjoyed their lunch. The first thing they did was pick the chicken out to eat. They loved it! It's so heartbreaking seeing the ones that are SO hungry. I took video of little girl (Sylvia- whom you will find out more about later) who had her whole plate gone in a matter of seconds. The other kids had only taken a few bites. I stood there saying "we have no idea what it's like to be hungry." I used to correct people in the states that would say "Man, I'm starving." I encouraged them to choose another word. But even to say "Man, I'm hungry" seems a disservice to those who REALLY are. There are 3 children in particular that have really stolen my heart at the school. They are Paul 4, Brian 7, and Sylvia 10. Big sister cares for her little brothers from 5am (when mom leaves) until 8pm (when she returns from work). As you will see from the pictures, all 3 (esp Brian and Paul) are malnourished and not growing properly. Paul and Brian are EXTREMELY small for their ages. Thankfully their suffering has been taken note of and they receive extra food from the teachers to take home. We are all pretty sure the food they get at school is the only daily meal. Thankfully Elizabeth Beaver and Macie Huddler also have a heart for these kids. They are helping to provide them with FOOD and CLOTHING! I have been doing an awesome bible study recently, learning more about Christ's compassion and what true biblical compassion is. I think it's pretty cool that a 4 and 7 year old have Christ like compassion (Deut 10:18 He defends the cause of the fatherless and the widow, and loves the alien, giving him FOOD and CLOTHING.) So much so that they are dedicating their birthday parties to raise money and awareness b/c they realize they aren't in NEED and other children are. So girls, hopefully these smiles in these pictures are enough "thank you" for your hearts. You made Jesus smile really big today!!
Keira and Kyle. He loves all his new "Mazungu" (white) friends.
I want to show you these next 2 pictures so you can compare. Think of a 7 year old you know. Now look at this 7 year old. This is my sweet Brian I spoke of above. Do you see how I can hold him on my hip? He's tiny!
This is his little brother Paul. He is 4 and, of course, even smaller.
I will try and post a few more pictures in the morning...
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Oh Lindy. I'm sitting here, tears streaming down my face looking at these poor, poor children. I am printing off these pictures and putting them up at Elizabeth's party on Saturday. I want these kids (and grown ups) to SEE who they are helping. Hopefully, it will spark more awareness. I'll be praying for these kids. Thanks for this post. Love you both.
Oh My! Those poor kids.~A picture really is worth a thousand words.
We will be praying for you all.
Blessings-Hall Family
Lindy, I think Paul is Levi's size! I would never have imagined....we have NO idea what hunger or even suffering is. Thanks for this post...
I want to hug them, squeeze them and love them. lindy... this breaks my heart... these kids... they're why I'm coming. I love you... praying for those sweet little ones...
So this breakes my heart as well but seeing this first hand gives you so much to be thankful for. I really think that our society (america) needs to see this first hands espically our children. I will conitnue to pray for your ministry!
Oh my. Lindy. I can't even form words. We have to do more! We MUST help! Can you post about what we can do? Can we send money directly to you and Chris for children like them? We are going to Elizabeth's party and taking clothes. What about toys? Please tell us what we can do. My heart aches for them.
Oh! And what bible study are you doing? It's time for me to start a new one.
We love you guys with all our hearts and miss you terribly. But we know that our hearts are there doing God's work because YOU are there. Thank you for answering God's call.
The party this morning was awesome. I printed the pics and had them out. We missed you.
Thanks for sharing! This was an eye-opener. It's just imaginable what those kids are feeling.
Still praying!
This is eye-opening. By the way, I'm that person you always corrected when I said I was starving. Since you didn't call me out in your post I'll do it now. I love you and appreciate what you're doing there, you may want to remind others in a post how they can help (other than prayer) if they are willing.
Hi Lindy! This is my first post...and I can hardly find the words. I, too, am sitting here with tears streaming down my face. My fridge is full of 'left-overs'...I am so ashamed. To think of little ones that are sooo hungry. I have followed your journey since you left...I am so proud of Chris & you. May
God bless you and the work you are doing for Him! This has definitely changed me. Love you both!!
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