A group of 55 young adults from the Life Point Church AYC Group in the United States of America visited the Campus of Hope and spent time sharing with child survivors of violence.

The church group engaged in meaningful service with children who have suffered from abuse and neglect. The young adults were between 18 and 25 years old, and they arrived equipped with games and activities to minister to the children.

Additionally, they spent time reading to the children and engaging in conversations about their lives.

According to Samoa Victim Support Group President Siliniu Lina Chang, the children at the Campus were delighted to spend time with the young adults, enjoying games, stories, and new learning opportunities.

“The young adults also provided the children with the chance to ask questions about life in America, in exchange, the children showed them part of their life at the Campus,” she said.

Angelica Merritt, one of the coordinators of the event, expressed the group's desire to serve and be a blessing to the S.V.S.G.

The young adults were eager to have fun and make a difference in the lives of the children. Some of the visitors shared that this was their first experience at the Campus and that it opened their eyes to the reality of child abuse.

“Their heart of servitude was evident not only through their t-shirts but also through their reading, fellowshipping, and networking with the children,” said Siliniu.

“S.V.S.G. acknowledges the coordination role played by Angelica and Stephen Merritt of the LifePoint Church Samoa, who have been in contact with SVSG since June of this year to plan the service fellowship.”

Siliniu expressed gratitude to the Life Point Church AYC Group for their willingness to serve the children at the Campus of Hope.

“The visit showcased the power of community and the importance of giving back. The children were grateful for the young adults' time and attention, leaving feeling loved and supported,” she said.

“The young adults also gained a lot from the experience, learning about the challenges that these children face and feeling inspired to make a difference in the world.”