How was your Christmas?

We had a wonderfully warm Christmas; hope yours was as well. Please check out the new photo album under the links section to see how Christmas was for all the kids here at New Vision City of Refuge. They started off their day opening up stockings and having a nice breakfast accompanied by hot chocolate. Then a little later they enjoyed Christmas cake and sorrel before opening up more gifts. For dinner they feasted on turkey and ham and an assortment of side dishes. We were thrilled with the generosity of our sponsors, local churches, school groups and businesses who gave of their time, money and gifts to make this such a special day. Blessings to you and your family in the new year!

Merry Christmas

Warm Christmas greetings from Jamaica. May the Lord's blessings be upon you for the new year!

Love,

Stuart, Wendy,

Olivia, Wesley and Sophia

The Great Debate

New Vision City of Refuge was honored to host a debate sponsored by the Child Develpment Agency (CDA) of Jamaica. These last few months four of our residents as well as children from Windsor Lodge and Hanbury Children's Homes (Salvation Army Ministries) diligently prepared and delivered their speeches at our respective homes on a rotating basis. This was a tremendous learning opportiunity for all those involved. Each participant received a certificate and first and second place trophies were awarded to the victors. Windsor Lodge was honored this year for their outstanding team. We look forwarded to more friendly competition and fellowship with our neighboring children's homes.

At Your Service

One of our own was recently honored at the National Women's Ministries Appreciation Banquet in Montego Bay. Doreen Christian is our head staff person. She had for many years served as Missionettes Director for the country of Jamaica. As her pastor, Reverend Charlton also attested she remains faithful in ministry and is a dedicated worker. We are fortunate at New Vision City of Refuge Children's Home to have such a wonderful, hard working person to be a part of our team as well. Congratulations Miss Doreen!