Wow, what a day to celebrate being a child of God! We were greeted this morning at New Kabaale Busega by hundreds of beautiful children lifting their voices to their creator. I was immediately transported to a place of PEACE, JOY, LOVE and a feeling of knowing how our God is so much bigger than any one of us. He was present with our team as we prepared for this trip in the US and He was present with the Ugandan Staff of FODU, the staff at New Kabaale Basega and the beautiful children of New Kabaale Busega. He brought us together today to be One in Him and to share some medical knowledge in the way of first aid. Both the children and the staff watched and listened as we pulled out the supplies donated by our friends in the US. Their favorite teaching was when Auntie Jo Beth showed what to do if someone was choking. Michael was our patient who pretended he was choking on some chicken. Giggles started erupting around the room as Auntie Jo performed the Heimlich Manouver. They even wanted to see it again!
After lunch our team went in a number of directions : some to share hygiene kits with the girls who were absent on Sunday. This was another great step in leveling the playing field and empowering the girls to be all that they can be. Brian and some of the FoDU staff worked on Dreams Plans with the P-5 kids, helping them to realize their potential as champions. Jennie and others were teaching and learning new songs under the shade of a tree, and then there was Shane. . .he was everywhere with his video camera capturing footage for FoDU. It was all amazingly orchestrated by someone much bigger than you or I!
After lots of hugs, handshakes and beautiful “Thank You's” from Auntie Rose, there was more singing and then we really did have to leave. It was made easier because we will see many of our new friends on Saturday the the Football Tournament. After our dinner the team gathered to share their highs and lows of the day and we also shared feelings on the contrast of the poverty and great joy that we are witnessing . It was unanimous that the JOY that we are witnessing comes from knowing that God is the source of all of it! Can’t wait to see what God has planned for us tomorrow at Blessed Hope Academy.
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