During our stay, the majority of our time was dedicated to volunteering at the Deborah Kaye Moore Foundation. Engaging in various activities, such as painting and providing assistance, we had the privilege of supporting the community.
The highlight was the opportunity to conduct a few brief but impactful trauma informed session with the teachers. In this sessions, we delved into the significance of understanding trauma and the importance of processing it. We explored concepts such as laments and discussed strategies to assist children in managing their emotions. Despite facing challenges such as language barriers and time constraints , our discussions were fruitful and enriching.
Towards the end of the week, we had the opportunity to visit a remarkable project in a near by village. There they are building a children’s hospital , which they named “Jesus Loves Me.” This hospital will serve as a beacon of hope for children in need, allowing them to receive the care and support they need. The reason for the name of the hospital is so that when the children receive assistance and someone inquires about where they went for treatment, they can confidently say, “Jesus Loves Me.”
Additionally, on the compound, we spent time with another ministry dedicated to children with disabilities. We got there during their daily physical therapy sessions. We were able to sing songs of praise together which was a deeply moving experience. It was a beautiful reminder of the inclusive and compassionate nature of Jesus’ love.
Then it was off to Tanzania.