by Marissa Valenzuela
Today I had the amazing opportunity of volunteering with a company called VE Global. They recruit volunteers from all over the world (I met a girl from France!) and train the volunteers how to interact with kids who come from terrible family situations. VE Global has had various programs throughout the summer for the kids, including one in reading and some in super awesome sports activities. Their most recent program was in art, and they just ended their summer program today with an art festival. For weeks now, the kids, ages 2-18, have been working on various artwork and dance performances. It all took place at El Museo de la Educación Gabriela Mistral, a building that stands as a reminder of the importance of education in Chile. As I sat in the back of the room watching them showcase their art and perform their dance numbers, I was just amazed at the handiwork of God. These kids who have had terrible pasts are now on their way to a better future. God has been present in their lives all this time and is continuing to work in them. Maybe volunteering with them again is in my future???
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