One Sought Me Walk Photo Gallery

Thanking the Lord for the awesome day on July 20th at the One Sought Me Walk for Orphan Adoption! We were praying for 153 people to walk and represent the 153 million orphans world wide! Well, the predicted rain and storms held off, the sun was shining with a cool breeze to keep the bugs at bay, and over 153 people registered to join us this day! Take a look! Thanking all those who came out, praying that you were blessed and enjoyed the event. Thanks to those who donated and prayed for the event to go well. Thanking all our friends who volunteered and helped make this event run so very smoothly. The support of those at the event generously gave and helped us raise near $2,000.00 towards our adoption costs! Praise God! Praying that hearts were touched, seeds were planted, and I know that God's love was reigning strong that day. It was beautiful and touched our hearts deeply to see so many come together for the support of our future children. Now orphans, but not for long! We'll come for you little ones, and you'll have a huge family waiting to welcome you home!

Here is what the event activities included from 8:30-11 a.m.
Registration/Welcome time, Vogtmans adoption update, Walk (around the park trail, near 1 mile), Live music, Missionary speaker shared his testimony and God's word about adoption, Give-a-ways, Raffle baskets, Kids zone with face painting, animal balloons, games, and a clown, Chick-fil-A food and drink, cupcakes, waters, hot dogs and family fun!

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