My Name is
Dorcas

Dorcas
Dorcas was abandoned by both her parents at birth. She lived in a state-run orphanage until the age of three before arriving at the Rafiki Village Nigeria in 2003. Dorcas is an excellent student who enjoys school. She is very trustworthy and dependable. Dorcas enjoys writing poetry that addresses the needs and issues in her country. She trusts that God will continue to reveal Himself to her through His Word. In her free time, she enjoys sewing, reading, and playing volleyball.
DOB: Sep 18, 2000
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