Friday

Friday we had an opportunity to visit a couple of rural villages.

Pounding millet

Catherine spoke to the United Methodist Women in Pointe Sarene. After completing the business coaching, we hit the road toward Mbassis.
After 40 minutes on dirt roads and paths, we arrived at a very isolated village. The children were demonstrating the pounding of millet so it can be added to the traditional meal. The church serves 33 children including several special needs children who did not appear to have family caring for them.

One little boy in particular appears to be two years old. He does not speak or walk, but seemed to interact with the pastor and us. Though he was not keen on looking at strangers, he did finally turn to the camera. Sadly, this little boy is actually four years old. Without the love and food provided by this small rural church family, it is doubtful this beautiful child would even be alive.

Feeding program

All too soon we needed to leave. We left before dusk as we may not have found our way back to the road system in the dark. As we passed clusters of huts, the children would yell out to us and wave.

Church at Pointe Sarene

It is such a blessing to be in Senegal. To see the children and parents smile and express their joy for us visiting them, is beyond measure. Thank you for your prayerful support of our journey.

Charissa Shawcross