Kirk & Kay Carver Visit Their Orphan & Orphan Center

Kay Carver writes:

Good Morning Bangui! The day starts just before sunrise (5am). Lots of activity; taxis, walkers, bikes, motorcycles, carts and dogs all vying for there spot on the potholed streets. It is amazing to watch the interweaving of humanity. The dirt is a soft shade of orange and the foliage is beautiful hues of greens as it is rainy season.

We drove into the orphan center shortly after our arrival here yesterday where we were to meet our sponsor child, Victor. We immediately recognized Victor’s warm smile from his picture. His enthusiasm to meet us was a great stroke to the ego. His father died about 3 years ago. Without PH&C orphan care he would not be going to school. He is starting at Yaloke high school this year.

Victor’s heart language is Sango, and ours of course is English but we were able to communicate in French which was a great! Later we went to his home to meet his family. He was so proud. He carried my bag for me and his little sister would not let go of Kirk’s hand.

Kay during Uno game with Victor

Kirk & Kay with Sanbiro family

We are thankful for this opportunity through PH&C to make a difference in the lives of these orphan children as they are the future of Central Africa. Madame Zokoe held a meeting for the staff of the school yesterday morning and we were invited to attend. Barb translated for us, but we could understand some of what she was saying because there is a blend of French words with the Sango and she is a dynamic and animated orator.

During the meeting, Madame Zokoe encouraged the teachers and administrators to strive for excellence as they examples to the children and will be imitated. She believes that raising children of excellence will make a profound difference in the future of the Central African Republic. It is so comfortable here. The people are warm and friendly. Wide smiles, warm greetings and deep laughter are heard often. I feel at home. What a blessing to experience the global body of Christ.