Thursday, September 6, 2012

September 6, 2012-FBC Columbus, GA Final Day


Today is the last day at the Center, and it is already very emotional to think about saying goodbye to these sweet little children.  After lunch we were able to present gifts to the women that work here at the Center. We wanted to show how much we appreciate them and the incredibly hard work that they do day in and day out.  They were very welcoming, and it was evident that they were grateful for the help we provided.  Several of the team members have already shed tears at the thought of leaving and when the children yell “Adios!!” while waving goodbye, there will not be a dry eye on the van driving away.

It would be a travesty if we did not take time out to thank Howie and Jeff for their leadership on our trip. Howie and Orphan’s Heart have really set up such a great collaboration between the Malnutrition Center and churches like ours.  We can see how seamless they have made it for groups to come in and help out. It is also very evident that the kids know and trust Howie.  He not only is the face of the organization to our team but he is the heart as well, and that is evident to all.

Jeff has also been a great leader and guide for our group, working with Howie to set up a great ministry experience. He kept us in line, made sure we were punctual and took on the big role of maintenance at the center while we were here. The kids loved looking out the window while he was mowing, and he had his own audience while he was fixing a changing table.  I know he will make sure that we are all up and ready to leave the hotel at 3:45 a.m. tomorrow!  Pray that we have safe travels.  U.S.A. here we come!










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