The many children we met on Sunday in the bush conveyed excitement at the arrival of the Bishop, Patsy, and the guests that arrived with them for the service. Many children joined enthusiastically in the singing and were quiet and very attentive during the service. But the effects of the living conditions were hauntingly present in the children's eyes and expressions.
A child watching the delivery of water to her village Sunday morning.
Meeting us as we arrived ..
Walking by the church into the village prior to the service ...
Watching through a church window while waiting for the service to begin . . .
Waiting together. The younger girl is dressed for her baptism
Children pressed to watch the baptisms through the front door of the crowded church.
T he children sitting behind Peg. The girl in green knew the words to every verse of every song and of the liturgy.
Her sticker, a gift from the guests, seemed apt.
Children in the congregation singing.
Many children did not smile at the camera . . .
Please hold them and their parents in your hearts.
Peg and Fr. Howard
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