Taylor 9
"This week I learned that you shoul have good sportsmanship, and learned about Christ. Thank you Sagu, Lucio and Neto for teaching about soccer".//////
Tori 11
"what i learned at soccer camp this week is to give and care for people. So I would like to thank you,Mr Neto and Mrs Leslie for teaching me and giving me homework. Also I learned dribbling skills like to keep the ball close, like dribble with your laces.I would like to thank you Mr Sagu and Mr Lucio. I cant wait for next week".//////
Mark 11
"Dear Mr Neto, I have learned many aspects of the game of Futebol(soccer) and i would like to thank you, Mr Sagu and Mr Lucio for teaching me.It was fun and educational(soccerwise) and I met many new interesting people. I also learned more about friendship, caring for others, Jesus/God, and the struggling societies of today and how we can help. I learned to help others even if you may lose a game, thats why i helped out Sophia(7) and I worked with her and thought her new things.I can use this in my everyday life and become a better person...//////
Phoebe 10
"I learned that every day you should be happy for what you have. Because there are about 1,000 kids that would love to have a house, food, clothes, water, and a shower to get clean. Also i learned to always be a good sport all that matters is if you have fun."/////
London 8
"What I learned at camp this week was that no matter what you do God will always love you. I also learned that you should never give up. Another thing is to love God all the time. I learned how to pray to God. Also I learned be nice to other people."/////
I would like to say thank you to God,all the Kids, parents, Perry hall Christian school, Sagu, Lucio, Val and my wife Leslie for making our camp a success. God bless all of you and see you soon!!!!!God is Good!!! :)
Sincerely,
Neto
God wants us to see people through eyes of love. Too often, we judge others without knowing their story - the struggles they have been through, how they were raised and the current challenges they may be facing. We are quick to say, "He is unfriendly...she shouldn't wear that...I don't know why they act that way." There is a reason why people are the way they are. That's why it is important to take the time to get to know others.
Romans 15:1 says, "You who are strong, you who are mature are to bear with those that are weak." This means instead of judging others our attitude should be "God, how can I help build this person up? How can I make them feel more loved, accepted and secure?" The world is full of people that need someone who understands them. Can you be that someone today? Can you make the choice to love others back to wholeness?
The closest thing to the heart of God is to help hurting people. As you walk in God's love and mercy instead of judgement and comdemnation, you can be the catalyst for change in the lives around you. When you extend mercy and understand to others, God will make sure there is mercy extended to your own life.
Come and join Soccer Loves People. Together we can make a difference in our community. God Bless you!