US visitors wow Modimolle children

Members of Centershot Ministries (CsM) from both the United States of America and South Africa arrived in Modimolle on Monday 25 June.

The purpose of the visit was part of an outreach programme using the sport of archery to impart life skills to local children.

The non-denominational program was carried out in partnership with the local Organisation Hands On (OHO), at the Ephraim Mogale Stadium.

Children participated in several activities, with archery being used as the main tool to drive home the message of the day.

“We teach children that if you miss the bull’s eye (the yellow central circle of the archery), you miss the mark, and the only way to get on to the target is to have stability in your life.
That stability is through Christ,” said Leon van Huyssteen of Centreshot Ministries.

He said he hoped when the entourage left Modimolle, OHO and the local community would take the baton and continue shaping the lives of the youngsters.

The Centreshot Ministries president, John Rickenbach, said the abuse of drugs and alcohol remained one of the major challenges among the young people across the globe.

“If we have good programmes for children and keep them busy, we can help and mentor them. One of the most important things to do for children is to love them, believe and support them,” he said.

The chairperson of OHO, Ronnie Makgetha, acknowledged the presence and contribution of the visitors.

He further extended his heartfelt gratitude to Modimolle-Mookgophong Mayor Marlene van Staden for her participation on the day.

“Through the support of the community, we can turn this programme into an ongoing activity that can change the lives of our young people,” Makgetha said.
The programme was also extended to neighbouring areas including Mookgophong and Vaalwater.

— The BEAT