John Otata Kirya

Little John as he is called is a new permanent addition to the AFTC family. John was originally with another children’s home called Welcome Home Ministries Africa. John had been with them for 2 ½ years before being transferred to us. John’s mother was in prison for allegedly murdering her husband. While she was in prison it was established that John was not doing well and was then removed from her and placed in the care of Welcome Home. John’s mother was eventually released for lack of evidence after almost 3 years in prison. John’s mother could not financially take care of John and give him the care he needed upon her release so the administration at Welcome Home along with a letter from the Probation Office transferred John to us.

John is an angel child. He is the kind of child that very parent wants to have. He is very good, obedient, and has a wonderful smile. When John first came to us, we were told and could tell that he was afraid of almost everything. From dogs to going somewhere new to even meeting new people. That has changed quite a bit. At first John would like to just stay in the house because of the dog, even if it was chained, now he has no problem playing all over the yard and even petting the dog. John can meet people and smile at them and even tell them his name and how old he is. He enjoys going to school and has learned quite a bit. The teachers enjoy him. At school Alison is his best friend and at home it’s Peter. John’s favorite color is red, he likes to color and draw, and he likes to eat chicken and rice the best. He likes to watch the movie about the horse called “Spirit”.

We are still getting to know this little angel but we look forward to also watching him grow and seeing the Lord work in his life. When you think of us here at the Source of the Nile, remember Little John.

Date of Birth: Unknown... Admitted to AFTC: 3/21/2006