I had the opportunity to meet “Inday” and “Chona” when we held camp in San Isidro, an outreach site of Camp Sonshine. They really caught my attention because aside from their shabby clothes, they were not wearing any footwear. They looked so shy and timid as they watch the other kids joining the camp fro m the sideline. I found out that they belong to one of the poorest family in the community. Their mom left them to their dad, together with their 7 other siblings (yes there’s 9 of them children). Their dad is not earning enough to support them that sometimes; they are not able to eat 3 meals a day.
My spirit was crushed after hearing their story. So I was excited when they were able to join camp. I saw how their spirits were lifted up as they sing songs, enjoy the games and watched the skits. My heart was touched when Chona and Inday responded to the call for salvation. With tears streaming down my eyes, I hugged them to let them know that they did the right thing of accepting Jesus in their hearts. I realized how important is our obedience in doing God’s will, and see Him touched the lives of these children. I do believe that the opportunity for us to plant eternal seeds, will give them a hope and a future in Christ.
By: Valerie Adorada
Nomil and Valerie Adorada together with their daughter Nianne are part of our Go to Nations missionaries. They are back to work here at Camp Sonshine as ministers to the children and youth after spending a year at CFNI.
