Children sell hot chocolate for orphans in El Salvador

St. Clare of Assisi parish fundraiser initially conceived by 6-year-old as a lemonade stand

Family friend Eduardo (left) helps David, Anna, and Rob Magnusson serve hot chocolate and cookies to St. Clare of Assisi parishioners on a cold day in December. The family hopes to continue the fundraiser annually, as the support from the parish continues to grow. Photo submitted.

When a priest requested donations for orphans in El Salvador, Anna Magnusson was puzzled. How could children lack food and family? For full story see The B.C. Catholic website.


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