Who doesn't like to play games? We thought it would be a good idea to use this team to throw a big Seed Ministry Carnival for all the children who live in and around the Seed Ministry site. We expected around 200 children. The Parkers were ready, but they knew they needed a lot more help, so the Southfork team (the Elite Eight) were called into action. The job was still overwhelming, so when all else fails...put the Seedlings to work!
It was a great time for the team to interact with the great young people we get to work with. In the end the carnival was a huge success with no problems. Everyone was relieved when the last of the 279 children came through the gate! We saw so many smiles because of the games and prizes. (Not to mention that all 279 children heard the gospel that day)
As the children came to the gate they were met by Thomas and Emmanuel. Thomas explained what the children would be doing and he sent 20 children in at a time. The children walked to the baptistry area to listen to a Gospel presentation by team member Phoebe. The children were then led out to the game area where 6 games were set up. After they received tickets for a job well done, the children went to the summer hut to claim their prize. They were also given a balloon by Cynthia as they walked out the gate!
As the children came to the gate they were met by Thomas and Emmanuel. Thomas explained what the children would be doing and he sent 20 children in at a time. The children walked to the baptistry area to listen to a Gospel presentation by team member Phoebe. The children were then led out to the game area where 6 games were set up. After they received tickets for a job well done, the children went to the summer hut to claim their prize. They were also given a balloon by Cynthia as they walked out the gate!
We started the carnival around 10 am and closed the gate at 1:30 pm. Later on that day many more children came to see if the carnival was still open. What a wonderful outreach for this community!
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