Hola!!
One of my greatest joys of being in Honduras is being able to capture what our children’s ministry has been through photography. I want to share some pictures with you and walk you through what our typical children’s ministry looks like on Wednesdays and Fridays! Let’s go!
We leave our house mid morning to walk to the church. We have made some connections with our neighbor kids and they have been joining us on our walks to and from the church.
Games
After kids start showing up at the church, we begin to play games with them. This has looked like musical chairs, fruit salad, water bottle flipping, you name it. Although there’s a language barrier between some of us (aka me) a smile and laughter is one of the easiest ways to connect with them regardless of the language. The kids (and us) have really enjoyed these games and have even seen a little sense of competitiveness and celebration come out during them which makes the game even more fun!
Songs
After games, we sing songs with the kids. These songs have motions to them which the kids have quickly picked up! They have even began requesting which songs we do (mostly peel banana). We also have done a few songs in Spanish which has been so fun!
Story Time
My teammates Elizabeth and Amanda have taken the lead with our VBS. Each week they share a story from the Bible with the kids. Amanda has been telling of the miracles of Jesus and Elizabeth has been translating it beautifully. It’s been so encouraging to hear to kids tell us what they learned the week before or what the Lord has done in their lives.
FOOD!!!
While some of us are with the kids, the rest of us are preparing lunch. Some ladies from the church volunteer their time to help us prepare the meal. I have had the wonderful experience of learning how they make different food, the way they make certain food, and just things that are so new to me! Lorena (the sweetest girl ever) has been one of THE biggest blessings in our time here. She has helped us with almost everything ministry wise and beyond. She is the pro at teaching us how they make the food.
Thanks so much for taking a look into what our VBS looks like on a weekly basis! I’ll be sharing more throughout our time here in Honduras 🙂
Love they way the Lord is working in all of you and the way you are bringing such joy to all those little faces. Keep posting pictures and experiences. Us parents (along with others) are enjoying seeing and hearing what each of you have to say and how your walk with Jesus is being fulfilled.
Hey Lindsay! It’s so great to see all the pictures of the kids at VBS and to hear about your days. The way you’ve captured the children in these pictures is so BEAUTIFUL…..I can just see the light in their faces. Working with these children is so powerful. I know that it will impact them for the rest of their lives! Let us know how you are doing….we keep you in our prayers every day. We love you!
Hi Lindsay,
Thank you for sharing your time and explaining the joy that the children are having with the teachings through Bible School! It’s wonderful and I thank you and the rest for the wonderful work you are doing teaching through the Bible teachings! Love you!!!????????
Thanks for sharing your experience through your gift of photography. I’m certain the kids are blessed by your team and in turn, God is blessing each of you.
I love seeing how the Lord is moving through you guys! This post captures how happy you all are-both the children and you guys!
Thanks for sharing! I love seeing the pictures. The kids, as well as all of you, look like they are enjoying learning about Jesus. Keep up the awesome work!
Thanks for all the updates. I am so glad that you are making a difference.
Big fat tears over this one. Your heart, your passion, and your creativity are so evident. I am so proud of you!!