My friend Robbie runs a kids club in a rural area south of
Quito. During the week, the kids come to get help with homework and to learn
from the Bible. In January Robbie found out that his club was chosen to receive
60 shoeboxes from Samaritan’s Purse. In order to distribute the shoe boxes he
had to organize a program where kids would be able to invite their friends and
where they would learn about Jesus. It was such a fun event to help with. We
set up carnival games and the kids got to go around to try out all different
types of games. We handed out sandwiches and drinks to the parents and kids and
then the kids received their shoeboxes. At this point it had started raining so
there were a bunch of kids all in this tiny room. Some of them opened their
shoebox right then and there and pulled everything out. Others held on tight to
their box and ran home to show their family. In the past, I’ve packed up
shoeboxes. It was fun to be on the other end this time and see the kids
receiving them!
One of the boys with his new sunglasses, balloon, and shoe box!
I was asked to be the bouncer at one point. I put on my angry face.
Helping with the bean bag toss.
The kids as they were watching a skit
how exciting you were part of the shoebox distribution. I volunteer year round with operation christmas child. I am so glad you had the opportunity to see and the carnival looked so fun. Thanks for all you are doing there. Always praying for you.. Love brenda
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