Yesterday, we traveled just two blocks from our hotel to visit a tent city called Pe's Village. The village is led by a man they call Pe. Pe is a God fearing and honest man who distributes all the supplies they receive fairly. There are 100 people living inside this village that is only about a block long, if that. The village is just one row of houses made out of tarps and sheets. We learned that for only $100 you can feed the village for an entire month. They are teaching the children how to paint and make wall art to earn money. It was very surreal to actually experience a tent city with all 5 senses. The people were welcoming, loving and grateful for the small amount of food that we brought. We sang a few songs over them and prayed for them before we left. As were standing in the village, I finally grasped the full meaning of community. For years, we have been trying to grasp the full meaning of living in a community. Yesterday, I understood it. Pe's village is a living and true example of community. They are literally doing life with each other.
The remainder of the day was spent at the orphanage loving on kids and finishing the numerous construction projects.
Please continue to pray for us. Energy is level is better today, but it is only 7:00 a.m. Thanks for all the prayers and support.
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