After a whirlwind of a week at the orphanage in Sovietsk, Russia, we are home and happy. Yes, we came home to Indianapolis thoroughly spent, glad for our own beds and showers and family. But more importantly, we have discovered our home away from home and a new kind of family at the orphanage in Sovietsk.
We cannot begin to explain the magnitude of hospitalty and warmth we received from the people at Sovietsk. We were nothing more than ambassadors, bringing your care and love in our smiles and hugs. If only we could find a way to share even a measure of that love with all of you . . .
There are so many of you, Sovietsk Supporters, from different arenas, different walks of life. We needed a way to bring all of you to one place. So, here we are.
Through this blog, we plan to introduce you to each of the wonderful children of Sovietsk. Through photos and stories from our trip, we will share how our sponsors are changing lives. As needs and changes arrive at Sovietsk, we will keep you informed.
There are so many wonderful things happening at Sovietsk. Galina, the director, and her staff are unlike any other orphanage personnel we have ever met. They put their hearts and souls into the lives of these children, and it is more than evident.
Our story will unfold over time, and we hope you join us along the way. Please, please, please subscribe, ask questions, leave comments, link us, send us your info so we can link to you. The more people who meet these children, who hear their stories, who begin to glimpse their worlds, then the more of an impact we can have together.
From the bottom of our hearts, we thank you for your love for these kids. One of my friends said it very well: "This has to be the most rewarding experience of your life so far." Rewarding, overwhelming, humbling, exciting, heartbreaking, and just so inspiring. We invite you to share this experience with us.
Benjamin, Seryozha (age 14, sponsored by Ben), Sarah, and Katya (age 10, sponsored by Sarah)
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2 comments:
awesome. this blog is a great idea, and a great way to keep us connected to Sovietsk. i look forward to the stories to come.
loved reading your blog. you both write so well that I can feel the passion in your hearts thru your words. can't wait to visit there someday too. and, yes, I teared a little!ha Love you both and so pleased with how you're showing God's love to the little ones.
Mom Clark
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