We spent Saturday in Manenberg. In the morning the whole team participated in a "mini-market" at the Corps. It was a fundraiser to help raise money for repairs done to the building. Many of us also spent time playing with the children outside. Due to rain and wind we weren't able to do the painting projects we had planned at the location, but we were able to spend valuable time fellowshiping with the children and Corps Officers in Manenberg. We've discovered on this trip that the encouragement of fellowship is something of incredible value to the Officers in South Africa.
In the afternoon we were able to visit 2 families. The story of the women pictured below is one that you must hear in person. I would encourage you to ask one of the team members when we return to share their story with you. It is truly one of the most heart-breaking stories we've heard on this trip. All I will say here is that they need our prayers - for practical things that we take for granted like food, the opportunity to go to school, and a job. Please pray for strength, for encouragement, and for the warm embrace of the Holy Spirit.
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