Tuesday, 3 December 2013

Day 5 Feeding and Destruction.

Today we split into two groups for the feeding program and continued the deconstruction of the supports and scaffolding at the Kids home.

At the feeding we saw that the children were excited to just receive something, especially when we started making balloon animals and pipe-cleaner objects. It was particularly interesting that they were more excited about the colourful balloons and shapes than getting something to eat! When we left, it was sad to see some children who did not get any balloons or shapes.

We also continued the deconstruction at the childrens' home and we are getting closer to finishing this project. Despite the tiredness and aching muscles we felt it was awesome to be serving others and glorifying God!

After dinner we went to the JAZ (Josie's Angel's Zone) Home which is a home for teenage girls. It was awesome to sing, pray and talk with them! One highlight was listening to Eva's testimony, to which alot of JAZ girls could relate. We were all encouraged and strengthened from her sharing!

Finally we ended the night with the surprise activity of KARAOKE! From songs like "Kiss the girls" from the Little Mermaid, to "Bohemien Rhapsody". We all had fun and a great time together!

 
Hello my dear family, missing everyone of you already. Feels amazing to be writing to you from here in the Philippines. I'm already having an awesome time here doing stuff like hanging out with everyone, spending time with the Filipino kids, building and constructing, feeding programs, devotions and especially doing God's work. From what I have seen here so far, it's all definitely something that has hit me in the heart but most of the people there still seem happy the way they live and I know that no matter what sort of life we live, God loves us no matter what. Mine and God's blessings and love be upon you all. The handsomest in the family, Matthew.

G'day my lovely String-etts, having a flipping amazing time over here! Hope you guys are having an awesome time as well! Missing dad's swag and stupid jokes, mum and I's fistycuffs, and dylan's chicken wing practice. Try not to miss me too much ;) Much love from Josh Stringer/Stringaling/Hamstring Stringer/McStrizzle/10 flaps  
  

  Blog brought to you today by Jesse's version of The little Mermaid's "...you gotta, kiss the .... crowbar..."

8 comments:

  1. Hi guys....love the title of today's blog.....sounds a little apocalyptic!! Great photos of you with the children....they must love having you all there! Keep up all your terrific efforts! Love the Newys xxx

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  2. Isaak and team! Great photo's!
    Thinking of you,love Opa and Oma Kik

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  3. Interesting way to retreive your tools! Steve was having a OHS heart attack!!!! You are all looking a little bit tired. You are doing an amazing job ... the kids look like they are loving your attention. Have another great day today. The family are all watching what your up to Luke. xxx the fam

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  4. Loved all the photos of the past days activiities. Pictures say a 1000 words. Looks like you have heaps to do. Stay strong in the Lord and may he keep you all in good health and give you the energy for each day. Noppers family

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  5. Love the photos, sounds like you are having a wonderful time,keep up the hard work, you are doing a wonderful job there. Really enjoying your blog and keeping track of what you are up to each day. Praying that you will continue to be refreshed spiritually & physically each day. Love....The Stringers

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  6. I'm enjoying reading the blog each day - and the pictures are great too, especially the ones where you're holding the little children. The pictures do tell a great story and the blog fills in the gaps. It looks like you are all getting a lot out of the experience. Continuing to uphold you all in prayer.

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  7. Hi team !

    Hope you are all keeping well.

    Ryan - we never knew you were so good at blowing up balloons! Amy misses you and wants you to blow up some balloons for her as well (when you get home) !

    It's great to see how well the team is getting along with one another. Praying that you will all keep safe and that Mr Ryall and Jesse will not drop you into a hole as well !

    Love from the Fleming clan.

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  8. Hi all,
    Hope you are all keeping well. Great to see some photos of your experiences so far, have really enjoyed looking through them. I feel really inspired by your servant hearts and the work you are all doing for those less fortunate than us..... God bless you all...

    Hi To Mitch and Eva, it's a bit strange without you here and we miss you, but are happy for you both to experience this trip, hope you continue to stay safe and well. We love you both xoxo

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