*NEWS FROM INDIVIDUAL VOLUNTEER IN GEORGIA Went to the orphanage with the "girls" today. They have about 100 kids ages 6-16. They were very enthusiastic, to say the least, to meet an American. They are speaking some English already and Marina has introduced the brushing of teeth. Some of them are doing this for the first time. Marina said some of the staff is a bit put out because the brushing causes them extra work. I only stayed for about an hour as the kids were getting all wound up and had to start their lessons. Thought I could stay to see how the teaching is going but I was too much of a distraction. Kids looked good and immediately started the "clinging" we experienced in Russia and didn't want me to go. The facility is nice in that the buildings are separated with lots of grass and trees and includes a jungle gym for the little kids. * INDIVIDUAL VOLUNTEER TRAINING Interested in serving for 2 months to 2 years as an Individual Volunteer? Come to the training held at Aldersgate Retreat Center in Pacific Palisades, CA June 25th-28th. For more information about this amazing ministry contact Landon Taylor at ltaylor@gbgm-umc.org. |
