Kerigma VBS
What follows are some pictures of the VBS last week at the Kerigma congregation.
The lovely and multi-talented Itacyara (aka The Brazilian Bombshell) was in charge of the event. She had been planning it–together with several ladies from our church–almost since our arrival two-and-a-half months previous. On the last day there were over 60 kids in attendance–an outstanding achievement and a great encouragement for this little church-plant.
Of course, we had to have puppets. While I am reluctant to be defined as “the puppet guy” at this phase in our ministry, it was neat to set up the stage once again. Three very eager young people from the congregation helped out, and, of course, the puppets were very well received by the youngsters.
Samyr is Pastor Francisco Bezerra’s son, and a phys-ed instructor at a local school. He came up with the activity time for the kids. And they were active!
On the last day each of the workers received a black cloth to use as a neckerchief. Of course, some people just have to be different.
This little boy’s name is Oswaldo, and he became great friends with the puppet formerly known as Bruno.
On a serious note, I was very pleased with how Gospel-centered the proceedings were–from the songs to the Bible stories, to the puppet skits. Please pray as we follow up with these young people. All of them live within walking distance of our church (and there are many more where they came from!). Most are unsaved. Many come from devastating home situations. Please pray that, somehow, VBS will not be the last we see of them.
