We kicked off the 3rd Annual "Box of Love" Outreach Ministry in Urasoe City, serving 250+ children who have very special needs. The fun was enormous and the smiles matched the fun.
Tomo gets in on the action, making new friends at Urasoe City,
The Marines went along to pass out the many Toys for Tots that they had collected and shared with these special children.
There were toys for everyone.....
Then we were off to Ginowan City to serve the many children of the single mom's of that city. Once again, the Marines joined us along with the Navy and Army to pass out the many Toys for Tots that they had collected for the children of Okinawa.......
At Koza Baptist Church we celebrated the first "Christmas Festival". Serving several special needs day cares in the area. Inviting them in to enjoy a program sharing song and story of the birth of Jesus then guiding them through the game rooms and face painting. We had more than 100 volunteers and huggers to accompany that many children through the festival event.
It is such a joy to be able to give all these children a "Box of Love".
We are so happy that so many came upon invitation to enjoy the love of Jesus that was shared by so many. The joy on the faces of the children says it all....
We even had a special visit from Queli and Alexandra, some very special poodles who love children and provide a gentle greeting to them...
You could knock down the "Wall of Jericho"
You could go fishing for a surprise fish....
You could have your hand or face painted....
You could enjoy one or more of the MANY balloons made by our resident clown/balloon artist.
You could toss rings....
Many waited their turn to try their talents at golf....
And then there was the Duck Pond, a chance to play in the water....
It was just a wonderful time to spend with very special children, sharing with them the love of Jesus and the story of his birth, the true meaning of Christmas was shared over and over again.
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