KIDS CLUB
The Routine: Every morning is the same. We awake groggily to the sound of Mr. Shaw playing themes like Star Wars and Indiana Jones on the trumpet. We hang out with friends, eat breakfast, and prepare ourselves for the day. In Kids Club, we pack lunches for us, and assemble snacks and craft kits for the kids. After preparation is done, we pack up and ship out to our first site, a nearby school. We set up in the schools' playground. Together, we lay down a tarp, set up canopies, and bring in tables which hold crafts and snacks for the kids. Just before Kids Club starts, we play with the kids. Once Kids Club starts, Senora Coulter begins to play the accordion and sing worship songs. We all join in, smiling and teaching the new kids the words and motions. After a bit of fun, Senora Coulter tells the kids a Bible story, and they learn a corresponding verse. (The main message for all the stories is to trust in God, as it says on our Kids Club t-shirts.) After the kids learn the verse, and repeat it for a lollipop, we sit down with the kids and help them make a craft the goes along with the story. After they are done they can play, or go in the bounce house we set up. Finally, we run around and play with the kids for another hour or so, and wave goodbye. We get a lunch break, and repeat our Kids Club routine at another site a few miles away, located near 5 of the building sites. When that's done, we drive back to camp, stopping at the grocery store for some ice cream, and play cards and talk until dinner. After chapel, we collapse in our sleeping bags, or talk to friends, tired but excited for another day of serving Our God, this country and its kids.
The Routine: Every morning is the same. We awake groggily to the sound of Mr. Shaw playing themes like Star Wars and Indiana Jones on the trumpet. We hang out with friends, eat breakfast, and prepare ourselves for the day. In Kids Club, we pack lunches for us, and assemble snacks and craft kits for the kids. After preparation is done, we pack up and ship out to our first site, a nearby school. We set up in the schools' playground. Together, we lay down a tarp, set up canopies, and bring in tables which hold crafts and snacks for the kids. Just before Kids Club starts, we play with the kids. Once Kids Club starts, Senora Coulter begins to play the accordion and sing worship songs. We all join in, smiling and teaching the new kids the words and motions. After a bit of fun, Senora Coulter tells the kids a Bible story, and they learn a corresponding verse. (The main message for all the stories is to trust in God, as it says on our Kids Club t-shirts.) After the kids learn the verse, and repeat it for a lollipop, we sit down with the kids and help them make a craft the goes along with the story. After they are done they can play, or go in the bounce house we set up. Finally, we run around and play with the kids for another hour or so, and wave goodbye. We get a lunch break, and repeat our Kids Club routine at another site a few miles away, located near 5 of the building sites. When that's done, we drive back to camp, stopping at the grocery store for some ice cream, and play cards and talk until dinner. After chapel, we collapse in our sleeping bags, or talk to friends, tired but excited for another day of serving Our God, this country and its kids.
Tonight: Tonight their will be a talent show for all to enjoy.
Inspiring Events:
Day 1: Already so many connections were made on the first day. Right when we stepped into the school yard, kids immediately rushed towards us, eager for our arrival, they were excited to play with us. We played 'Pato Pato Gonzalo' ( Duck Duck Goose) Telephone, and then Cops and Robbers. By the end of the club, the kids were clinging to many of us, not wanting us to leave. We smiled and promised to return tomorrow.
Day 2: Everyone got to see their kids, (we consider them ours), and again we played 'Pato Pato Gonzalo', and later, Link Tag. During the story kids of all ages gathered, from baby to teen, to even parent. They all sat attentively, drinking in the words, and I hope the Lord was able to touch their hearts through it.
Day 3: We had a slow start, but ready hearts. We ran and laughed and sang with the kids. Many of us even got up and danced with the kids throughout the worship songs. We helped them with their crafts which they loved, and some kids even gave their crafts as presents to those who helped them. These kids truly do share everything they have with us, and those around them. Whether it be crafts, snacks, games or anything else, these kids give kindly and wholeheartedly. The best we can do is be even a fraction like these amazing kids. As Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me. Don’t stop them, because the kingdom of heaven belongs to people who are like these children.” -Matthew 19:13-15
Until tomorrow,
Natania, Grade 10
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