Gathering (2015)

 


Wonderful time of food, fellowship and prayer for the 6 foster families who could make it to Joanna and Peter's home.

- 2 newly approved foster families;
- 3 foster families awaiting placements
- 20 kids between us (not all present) with 2 out of 4 foster kids at the dinner.

Hope more families can come for the next one!! Good chance to swop stories, get support, solicit helpful advice etc.....

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