I recently returned home from a mission trip, with two fellow members of Metro Central Community Church, Brisbane. We spent one week in Vietnam and the second week in Thailand. Whilst in Thailand, we had the pleasure of visiting Samuel's House. Spending time with the children was definitely one of my highlights of the trip! The children were warm and affectionate, and I enjoyed getting to know all the individual personalities.

My first observation was how the Samuel's House seemed like one big happy family. Hannah and Nehemee love each child as their own and it was obvious to see that the children adore them! Itstirred my heart to see how each child has such a big heart for God. They would spontaneously break into chorus and sing their little hearts out in worship!

My most memorable moment was driving home from a local village through the rice fields. They laughed and splashed around in the dirty water. The excitement and joy on their faces showed how they appreciate and embrace the simple things in life. It was sad saying goodbye, but I am reassured by knowing how happy and
loved the children are