Bethany House

http://www.bethanyorphanage.org/

Last April 25, 2010, we paid a quick afternoon visit to Bethany House to spend some time with the wonderful and cheerful orphans under the care of the Dominican nuns. Sister Irene was our host and who exchanged pleasantries and inspiring stories about these children under their care. A lot of successful legal adoptions, both locally and internationally, have been giving each orphan a far-reaching dream of belonging to a family who will love and take care of them as one of their own. Sadly though, that the rate of adoption is nearly overshadowed by the rate of children and babies being given up by their parents who are unable to support and provide even their most basic needs. Thus, orphans, continues to come and take refuge in Bethany house.

Presently, they have 40+ youngsters and 3 infants under their care. Their team comprises of 3 nuns and around 5 volunteer-helpers who cook, clean and support these kids during their stay. One can only imagine the considerable cost they are incurring everyday just to feed and nourish these hungry youngsters, to educate and instill good values in these hungry souls.

If you are interested to help them by donating 1 sack of rice per year (Php 1,500.00), our MOP can help you to arrange this for you.

Please contact us.

Better yet, if you live near the Guiguinto, Bulacan area and have some free-time, please pay them a short visit to bring your sack of rice to them. If you have kids, bring them along so they can play with them. I must warn you though, you are bound to be blessed by the happy and smiling faces of these childrens and care-takers so be prepared to go home with a fulfilled and love-filled heart.

God bless our families.

Note: Recommended visiting time is between 4 to 5:30pm before the children have their evening prayers and dinner.

(originally posted on June 2, 2010)