Waking up early, we had a delicious breakfast of eggs and fresh fruit then prepared for the preschoolers to arrive. There were close to fifteen children enrolled in the preschool program and Naomi’s Heart Mission also pays for the children to continue their education until they reach college paid for by the generosity of their sponsors.
Preschool classes start early, so we greeted the parents as they dropped off their children and led the little ones to let them entertain themselves before beginning their studies. With plenty of toys donated to the mission, we had time to play with the preschoolers before they made their way to their classroom.
While the students are attending classes, NHM sponsors a wide range of activities for some of the parents as they wait for their children. Kristi leads a Bible Study for the women while fellow Filipino men offer trade instruction.
While we visited Naomi’s Heart Mission, Dawn Willis, one of our pastor’s wives, gave the local volunteers haircuts. Kristi was so thankful that she could give back to these beautiful women for giving of their time and hearts to continue the ministry.
Following preschool, NHM feeds the children at the mission as well as the local neighborhood with Lugaw, the local rice porridge. Served hot, this household staple is best when made with chocolate. The kids absolutely loved this and would line up for seconds.
As we were leaving to feed a community outside of the mission, there were several volunteers who began preparing our dinner so that we could eat when we returned.
NHM’s Preschool Children:
Local Feeding from Naomi’s Heart Mission:
For More Information about Naomi’s Heart Mission, visit their website at http://www.naomisheartmission.org/.
To Give to the Mission, visit their website at http://www.naomisheartmission.org/ways-to-help—contact-us.html.
Naomi’s Heart Mission
Purok 2 Lanton Apopang
General Santos City
9500 Philippines
Telephone: 937 304 8110
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