This very impoverished community just outside Mitchells Plain has no electricity or running water, and their “hall” is a makeshift, old building which they multipurpose for Sunday School, church, and a community gathering centre. We had been looking forward to doing something for them again, and this time, it was Back to School focused!
As the children sat in rows, we explained to them the reason for the event, the importance of hard work and study, and how much Jesus cares about each of them. One by one they came up to receive a pack of school supplies, plus a treat bag with chocolates, cereal, and fruit!
Most wonderfully, 72 older children/teenagers got their OWN BIBLE (choice of Afrikaans or English) with their name and a note inside.
The event was such a success and the children so well-behaved. We are so thankful to be able to enable all these little lives to continue their much needed education, as well as spiritual growth and a knowledge of the Gospel message!
PS: During the event, one of the ladies told us a heartbreaking story, of a preteen boy who had been horribly violated just days before, and was too scared and ashamed to leave his shack. Angela took time to write a special note of encouragement and comfort in a Bible, and left it for him together with the school pack and an extra portion of treats. Please continue to keep him in your prayers.
