Togo: A day of rest

Click on photo to see a larger version From Togo 2008 Photo Album

On Friday, May 23^rd, our team enjoyed a day of rest. We took this opportunity to visit hospitals and orphanages in Lome.

Our team had brought toys and children’s clothes that we distributed to mothers in maternity wards and to children whose parents have died of AIDS.

At one orphanage, we met a gospel singer who, through her own efforts, rescues street children from certain death. She is responsible for the survival and strength of 34 children.

Our hearts were filled with amazement. She funds her work through sales of her very popular CDs.

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Brianna’s bracelets were a hit! A beautiful grade two student from Caledonia had carefully braided 40 friendship bracelets. Children in this orphanage were overjoyed to accept this very special gift from Canada.

Grant Clark,
on behalf of the Sleeping Children 2008 Togo travelling team.

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