We visited the slums today. It's so sad to see the conditions that exist in this city. A lot of trash burning on the side of the road. Waste everywhere. Lots of problems with drug use around this area. The PCEA Baracka center was located at the heart of the slums. There were many children waiting at the gate looking in from the outside. The work that they do at this center is incredible. The children seem so joyful. We got to look at the folders of various kids. A lot of families are affected by HIV/AIDS. Compassion takes care of the kids and their families' treatments. We got to meet a little boy named Leonard who was very shy, but very joyful! It's amazing, the joy that they have at this center. The children shared music with us. It's such a blessing. We passed out some gifts and got mobbed by the kids! They were so excited. - fighting over silly bands and bracelets. The most impacting moment was when we visited a sponsored child named Abraham. His family had a house in the heart of the slums close to Mbasa. The home has no electricity, no running water but the amount of (spiritual) wealth and maturity in this home was so evident. I forget how old Abraham is, somewhere between 10 and 13 but you can tell that he has such a deep faith. So spiritually mature. Such a humble heart. I love it. So grateful for everything. We met his aunt and saw their rooms and kitchen. This experience made me feel disgusted by American materialism. What a day.
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