Photo By Sgt. Sung-jun Lim | Sgt. Scott D. Coyle, who dressed himself up as a Santa Claus, passes out Christmas...... read more read more
DAEGU, South Korea – Area IV Sergeant Audie Murphy Club members visited the Love and Hope Orphanage, the largest childcare facility in Daegu, Dec. 16 to give back to the local community during the holiday season.
“The purpose of our visit is to spread the spirit of Christmas and share our love by spending some time with very special kids,” said Sgt. 1st Class Laura B. Pena, SAMC member from 498th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion. “For the past two Christmases, SAMC has donated toys and clothes to orphanages and welfare centers in the area, and today’s visit is also an extension of our efforts to help the people in need.”
The Area IV SAMC’s orphanage visit coincided with various groups. Soldiers from other units in Area IV, students from Daegu American School and personnel from Christian organizations were also invited to the event.
SAMC is an elite group of noncommissioned officers in the U.S. Army who fulfill one of the pillars of the club by being active in community relations.
The event started with welcoming remarks by Park Hun-cheol, Love and Hope Orphanage president.
“I really appreciate everyone who came out here today to show your support, so merry Christmas to you all. There are a lot of children out there who desperately need help from us, so let us pray for them,” Park said.
Following the speech, the kids performed for the group by dancing and singing Christmas carols while the group had a chance to partake in some refreshments.
Next the SAMC toured around to each room in the orphanage with other participants to pass out Christmas chocolates to the kids. The group was led by Sgt. Scott D. Coyle, who dressed himself up as a Santa Claus, as he hand-carried the candy to each room.
“It was my first time ever visiting the orphanage, and I feel awesome and happy to see the kids smile when I give them chocolates,” said Coyle, 188th Military Police Company. “I think it is really meaningful for the soldiers to come and show their face, volunteer a time with the kids who don’t get out.”
Children in the facility gathered around the Santa while SAMC members gave the kids warm embraces and took photos together while they toured around the facility.
“I think it was a great time to get out and see the kids, give something that somebody does not have,” said Sgt. 1st Class Vernon J. Alcorn, SAMC member from the 19th Expeditionary Sustainment Command. “I really love to see the kids get smiles on their face, and it is what this is all about. I will come here definitely as often as I can.”
| Date Taken: | 12.27.2012 |
| Date Posted: | 12.26.2012 21:59 |
| Story ID: | 99747 |
| Location: | DAEGU, DAEGU GWANG'YEOGSI [TAEGU-KWANGYOKSHI], KR |
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