Seeking To Serve Globally!

Hello lovely Delta's! :)

I'm excited to post about the past Philippines trip that we went on. First thank you to the Alumni Association for helping so much to allow us the opportunity to experience the Philippines.

The first big event that took place in the Philippines was the DZT/SP SportsFest. Every other saturday Samaritan's Place holds a VBS for the community. SportsFest is an once a year event that we had a chance to be apart. We led teams in competions, competing against eachother, but also exemplifying a Christ like example. Everyone had such a great time! It really was an experience to run around and have a fun time with these children. We had children that would come that would have burns, lice, or even not eaten for the day. Every child had a smile on their face no matter the circumstance. These children taught me so much in just the two weeks I shared with them.

Everyday we had the opportunity to visit with the units of the orphanage. We made bonds with not only the children but the house parents and staff. Their lives and love flows beyond themselves and eachother. They opened up their lives and took us into their hearts. We had times of devotions, VBS, and play time. The experience was perfect.

I try to explain how wonderful it was to go to the Philippines and stay at the orphanage, however; I dont think it is enough. When we left everyone of us girls felt like we had been touched in a certain specific way. I dont doubt that I will return and I recommend to everyone of you reading this to try to make it a desire to visit. You will not be disappointed.

I also that you keep in your prayers the Samaratians Place Orphanage in the Philippines.