The new Jesan Center is perfect!
We had come to terms with the fact that we were not going to find a new location and were going to stay put for another year. The old location was not ideal for growth but it seemed that that was the Lord's plan and who were we to judge that plan. HOWEVER, just 2 days after I came to that conclusion and was at peace with the decision a friend told me about this place for rent. Ronald quickly checked it out and came home saying "it's perfect!" We signed a one year lease 3 days later. We. Are. Blessed. We. Are. Thankful.
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| BIG yard for lots of FUN activities and holiday parties |
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| Kitchen and bathroom area. A back door where the kids can wash and hang their clothes. |
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| BIG area where lots of meals and bible studies will take place. |
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| Jesan Center office/storage room. Which quickly filled up with lots of donations! |
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| Jesan Center care taker room (with own bathroom). |
We have big plans for the upcoming year (July 2013-July 2014) at the Jesan Center!
We are brining back the drop-in program!
If you remember from this time last year, we tried to do this program at our old location, however, after only 1 month our neighbors made it known to us that they did not share in our excitement and we had to stop the program.
We are very pleased to announce that we will be allowed to start the program again at the new location! Opening on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10a-2p, fifteen kids ages 8-18 will be able to get away from the harsh realities of street life. Away from gang violence, trash, drugs and predators 818 Ministry will provide lunch, snacks, showers, clean clothing and tooth brushes for each child who comes through our doors. In addition to those basic necessities, games, bibles studies, and educational activities will also be offered.
Not only are we brining back the drop-in program but we will also be putting two sweet boys in school!! We are happy to announce our partnership with Lilias Place school where the boys will get a GREAT private school education and be with students who are in similar situations in life, as many of the students also live in poverty. Lilia's Place is the perfect school for our kids and we couldn't be more excited for this partnership! If you can help with the cost of their schooling please let us know.
Thank you for your support, prayers and LOVE as we continue work here in Cebu.
Love and Peace.
-Caidy
