The 2015 Christmas party was attended by 300 children from the slum community,
traveling on three rented buses.
The children loved the thrill of riding to the Christmas party
and encouraged their drivers to pass the other buses so they could arrive first!
Everyone was happy to be back at the location where they were able
to enjoy camp this past August.
Meals of jollof rice and chicken were provided for each child,
along with special drinks.
This bag is full of individually prepared meals ready for distribution.
Abass, our first university student sponsored by an Arm of Hope supporter,
worked together with Philip to hand out food to younger children.
These kids are enjoying a rare feast!
There was also much celebration, singing, dancing and a repeating of games learned at camp,
like the sack race!
The tradition of a football game between three teams was played,
with Arm of Hope coming in second out of the three.
Next time we will be first, right boys?
Such a great day to spend with friends,
away from the stress and struggle of street life.
(Check out David’s shirt above!)
And check out what these girls are wearing too,
“Live a Life of Love” shirts from the 2015 camp!
As the children bowed for prayer before their departure from camp,
there was sadness and tears.
No one wanted to go home.
But now they can all look forward to camp coming up soon!
I’m sure they are counting the days.