If you could have seen them nine years ago, you would know that you've witnessed a miracle.
The Gypsy Choir performed here on Sunday at all three services. It is always a joy of mine to see them again. I know these kids. I've seen their lives transformed. I know how far they've come.
I'm afraid that when people hear about their hard living condition, they might think about some rough parts of Charlotte and how difficult life must be. Believe me, there is nothing in Charlotte that comes close to what these kids experienced daily nine years ago. Shanty homes, no running water, never been to school, begging on the streets, sleeping in the tunnels and living with daily abuse.
We've come a long way with them over these nine years--with much more to be done. Interested in joining me on a mission trip from June 27-July 4? Give me a call or send me an e-mail (suskovic@christelca.org) and I would love to share with you this great experience. OIr come to one of the informational meetings--Wednesday, February 10 at 7:30 or Sunday, February 14 at 12:30. Both will be held in the Adult Library.
Also, a big thank you to CLC. Your offerings to The Smiles Foundation amounted to over $5,500.00. That's great.
"As you did it to the least of these, you did it unto me."
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