We met up with them at T.E.S.A. (Temporary Emergency Services of Arab), a thrift store run by a non-denominational Christian organization. This thrift store sells to the general public but also provides programs and assistance for women and children in need. They have spent a lot of their efforts lately helping tornado victims as their community was one directly impacted by the recent tornadoes.
The great impact this ministering opportunity had on our middle school youth was obvious as I spoke with them about their day and watched the expressions on their faces. What a heart for others they have!
Savannah talked with me about a woman they had met at the thrift store that had survived the tornado by taking shelter in a closet under her stairs with her four children. They had also met a lady that was the only survivor out of her family. Savannah also shared that she was so impressed and in awe of how strong these tornado victims are.
Trevor expressed his enjoyment of helping those in need. When asked if he liked VBS or working at the thrift store more, he said that he liked them both, but he really liked working in the thrift store to help those that are in need from the tornadoes. He expressed that they deserve to be happy too even though they've gone through such bad things.
These teams will spend tomorrow morning finishing up their last day of VBS and then helping around the camp to prepare for our departure on Saturday morning.
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