We unpacked, found our rooms, and had a brief orientation with Fr. Mike McCue - who directs the program. Then we were off to clean the playground for Holy Name Catholic School, paint over graffiti on the walls, and play some football at recess!
After our outdoor work - we headed indoors to play with Holy Name students who are in aftercare until 5:30. Our kids drew, painted, played board games, ran, dances, played basketball, played tag, and ran themselves ragged playing with about 30 little kids. It was beautiful.
This evening Kenny - a man who works for DSW and was homeless for many years - will speak to us about his experience. And a group will go to Joseph's House night shelter to serve soup and spend some time with the homeless guests.
Right now a group is barbecuing hamburgers for the rest of us in the back yard - where we will eat this evening. It is a lovely day here...
The kids are in good spirits - settling and and getting used to being here. It is such a difference to wake up in Williamsburg and find yourself midday in Camden.
Please pray for us as we experience these days, and we will keep you in our prayers.
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