June 2009 Update

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The Resident program is still functioning even though all but one of the girls have been relocated either to their homes, with relatives or foster homes or to other centres. PRAY that the girls in their new environment will adjust well and put into practise some of the instruction they received at CINAG.

Three former residents are come to CINAG on Saturdays to help with crafts (bracelet weaving, making gift bags, etc), fill special orders and to get materials for their own crafts which they sell. PRAISE God that they are putting to use skills they learned while at CINAG and for this continuing contact.

The CINAG board approved the application of a new resident profile. The application documents have been submitted to the Ministry of Family Services for boys ages 4 – 10. They have been informed that CINAG is among the first 20 to be considered but it appears to be a slow process. In the meantime they will continue to have girls in residence and work with community programs.

The Life Skills program for Children at Risk has 30 community children three afternoons a week. A new group of needy kids was selected. Many of these children are malnourished and have illnesses. PRAY for Esther Vado who directs the program and Angie Noguera who assists with crafts. They especially enjoy the Bible stories, singing and recreation.

The Youth Program has been a hit with the community teenagers. The 20 that began have brought their friends bringing attendance to 30. Since many of the boys have dropped out of school they have added some basic continuing education one day a week. They have also started a garden on the CINAG property and want to start a small poultry production. José Ramón Noguera and Pastor Nicolas Sequiera direct this program.

The Youth Social Development program at the La Salle High School in Diriamba has been well received. José Ramón and his assistant Duilio, engage over 300 grades 9 & 10 in a 45 minute class each week (in 7 different classes). They focus on themes of self-esteem, leadership, morals, sexuality, interpersonal relationships, making good life choices, etc. There has been good response from students, teachers and parents providing opportunity for further dialogue on personal and spiritual matters. PRAY for this program.

Two new Special Projects have been approved by ACTION Canada for fund-raising:
• A MultiSport Court (12 x 24 meters) to have a better sports and recreation area. Total cost – $4,985 Canadian dollars.
• Social Development Program – La Salle High School. This is to purchase audio visual equipment (laptop computer, LCD projector) and provide wages for two instructors. Total cost – $4,100 Canadian dollars.

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