On the Island of Mindanao

Their laughter, their smiles, the loving look in their eyes—one can't help but fall in love with the children at New Faith Family Children's Home in Malaybalay, Mindanao. While the island’s mountainous landscape sports the growth of delicious Dole bananas and pineapples, its charm lies outside of the fertile terrain and agricultural industry—it's found in the people.

With an estimated 26 children in residence, the house mothers are kept rather busy. This month, having the assistance of 31 World Racers from the P-squad, allowed the full-time staff a much needed break, and the World Racers, some parental boot camp. Dirty diapers and late-night baby shifts were just some of the first-time experiences this group of young adults had, but that just scratches the surface.

The staff at Mt. Moriah Camp Group are some of the most courteous and thoughtful people we have ever had the privilege in working with. They work hard, and walk out every day by faith. If a need arises, without question, everyone unites in the understanding that "God will provide."

This month saw the opening ceremony of Mt. Moriah Camp and, to the joy of many children, the thanksgiving feast that followed. Swimming with the Faith Family children and assisting with the weekly AWANA program that includes feeding up to 300+ children were other highlights.

God is on the move at Mt. Moriah. He has done great things, is doing great things, and we know there are greater things yet to come! Praise be to God!

—Christy Zbylut, World Race volunteer