This week has been so packed and lots of fun. Last night I went with three others to have a sleepover in the Pulo slums. This area is a remote province of people who live very minimally. Their homes are constructed out of wooden poles and typically are comprised of one room. They live right on the seashore and to make a living they produce coal by heating up wood, because of this the beachy area is covered in black ash. There is no water or electricity- water has to be brought in through a man made path of plastic and soil. Despite the conditions of living the people are so friendly and full of joy.
We have spent many days doing ministry in Pulo- giving out Christmas gifts, leading Bible Studies, praying with families, bathing and washing children, feeding children, and the sleepover I mentioned earlier with the youth that included a bonfire. The youth night was awesome, we played games and had bonding time with many of the teens. The night was chilly, so I was super thankful when a street dog came and layed at my feet. :) We slept by the sea under the stars, it was truly unforgettable.
I'm hoping we will get to work with sex trafficking soon...I will be sure to keep you all posted on the happenings here in the Philippines!
