We have continued to visit the local orphanage/nursing home this semester and we praise Father that each time we go, more trust is built. This was the first time we’ve visited where the workers felt comfortable enough for us to see some babies. We were not able to hold them, but the workers brought one out for us to see. We also saw about 8 toddlers waving to us from the upstairs window. This was a big step! We continue to pry that they will feel more comfortable with us each time we make a visit. Ultimately, we ask Father to reveal His light to all of the children, elderly, and workers. They have asked for items such as liquid laundry detergent, body wash, diapers, and formula. We will be gathering these items and making a delivery before Christmas. We also visited our friends in the local village after our trip to the orphanage. We had another fabulous minority-cooked meal and Becky spent the entire afternoon playing with her little friend.
It is so cool to look back at the beginning of our relationship with this family beginning a little over a year ago and see where it is now. Everyone feels much closer to one another and it really feels like family. Becky’s little friend is no longer shy but instead immediately runs to Becky and gives her a big hug. Becky brings her stickers, puzzles, and games to play with each time they visit together. We had the opportunity to pry over her grandmother for healing. She has been struggling with fever and pain for several months with no proper diagnosis. Please join us in prying for healing and comfort for this friend.