Students traveled to four countries and six states.
HENDERSON, Tenn., Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Freed-Hardeman University social clubs traveled to four countries and six states during spring break in support of 11 mission trips.
FHU senior Rebekah Gough reflected about Omega Chi's trip to Tabacundo, Ecuador, calling it incredibly moving. "I think the trip helped students step into more leadership roles and set a good example. About 23 people went. While we were there, we cleaned a walking path where people would pray and visited church members who were sick and shut in," Gough said. "We also held church services and afternoon children's programs."
One particular encounter touched the hearts of many on the trip. "In one home there was a young girl who was a stroke victim, and she wanted a Baby Yoda plush doll. Some of the students made the trip into the city, about an hour away, and found one to buy for her. We were all moved," Gough said.
Members of Sigma Rho spent time at Seamark Ranch in Green Cove Springs, Florida. The experience was so enjoyable for students Bethany McGee and Hannah Howell that they plan to return next year. Seamark Ranch is a Christian home to nurture and support children from families in crisis."
"I never realized how much a place like that could impact kids. We think this can be an opportunity for us to return continuously and build a relationship with Seamark because they really did touch our hearts while we were there," McGee said.
Xi Chi Delta traveled to the Navajo nation in Kayenta, Arizona, where they packed goodie bags and fellowshipped with the residents in the area. "It was a great opportunity for the whole group to experience a different culture," Makenna Minor said.
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