Cuba Companion Ministry

Dedicated to the mission and ministry of Christ Episcopal Church in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL and our companion church, La Iglesia del Buen Pastor in Guira de Macurijes, Cuba.

Monday, January 11, 2010

DID YOU LEAVE OUT THE WATER AND STRAW FOR THE CAMELS?



Anticipation . . .


These smiling faces are eagerly awaiting a visit from the Magi. Children from El Buen Pastor joined the Three Kings Day celebration at church!  On the evening of January 9, our Cuba Companion Ministry friends celebrated Epiphany with an evening of fun!  In the same way that American children leave milk and cookies for Santa of Christmas Eve, Cuban children leave straw and water for the Magi's camels!

In Ponte Vedra Beach, Christ Episcopal Church parishioners and other friends of the Cuba Companion Ministry gathered on the evening of January 7 at the home of Marlene and Harry Skilton for a post-Epiphany Three Kings Day Celebration in honor of our friends in Cuba.  Authentic cuisine, delightful company, and meaningful conversation made for a perfect evening.  Thanks to all of you who took time from your busy schedules to join us.  Our evening together was a great start for this growing ministry.