After dinmer tonight, we gathered at 7pm in the main room for worship. We all sat in a circle and many of the kids had a small part in the celebration. In lieu of a sermon, Scott led us in a reflection upon the day's experience. Many kids were struck by the magnitude of the adult-like experiences that the kids at Southwest Key had already had, especially given the fact that many of the Southwest Key boys were about the same age as them. Foe example, leaving one's family, being in a foreign country, hungry, difficulty in getting an education, being separated from family with no one to trust nearby... The experiences really made our St. Mary's kids realize how absolutely lucky they are to have been born where they are, and within the families they live. At one point, Liam quoted Mike Stafford by saying, "We won the lottery of life." Many of our kids were trying to process what to do with the knowledge and understanding they gained today. Some feel guilt for the life of privelege thtat they lead (though Scott emphasized that they should not feel guilty, rather just be appreciative of what they have), while others felt the call to do more; they don't want to just "sit in their privelege" as Maggie M. stated. The reflection process each night has been incredibly powerful, and ALL of the kids have been so open to sharing their thoughts and feelings. It is obvious that they are growing in awareness.
After the reflection, Reverend Mary led us in the breaking of bread, followed by singing of a Spanish song about Christ that we plan to sing each day this week.
Tomorrow we will head back to Southwest Key to help plant a garden with the Southest Key kids. More posts/pictures to follow....
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