The first couple of days were tough, but we are all quickly adjusting!
Yesterday we got up and ate our normal breakfast. Then we headed to Kijombe, the village. We began our first day of VBS. We taught the stories of Noah, David and Goliath, and Jesus' Birth. We made PB and J's for lunch and then passed out stickers while Dale dress as a clown. The kids nearly attacked us wanting more and more stickers, but it was well worth it to see the happiness on their faces. While Marvin preached, we walked to the Kijombe Secondary School. It was sad to see how little they had. The school has no electricity or even textbooks for the students to use. Seventy girls share a dorm no bigger than our bedrooms. After walking back we taught everyone, including adults, "duck, duck, goose." The circle had probably 75-100 people either watching or playing. The kids who could speak english loved being taught different American games. The women of the village made us a great dinner. Kelsey has developed many close relationships to the younger children of the village. Even when we are hiding in the bus, they are waiting outside her window. We like to call our bus "the tour bus" because we feel like celebrities when they stand outside waiting for us to come back out. After showing a Jesus film, we headed back to the hotel. It was a frustrating night for us girls because many of the local teenage boys would constantly taunt us for our money and belongings. When we offered our prayers, they would get very mad. It is very scary at night in Africa. In the daylight, it is a beautiful country. Kara likes to compare the trees to Dr. Seuss books. Today we are going back to the village. We were asked to teach the students at the secondary school how to play volleyball. We will finish VBS and eat another meal they have prepared for us. Tomorrow we will go back to Iringa to learn how to cook and sew African dresses before spending the night at the gamepark.
Romans 12:12 Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer, share with Gods people who are in need, and practice hospitality.
Love, Amy and Kelsey
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I'm so excited that you are getting to teach the kids volleyball. I wish I could be there to see it. Have someone take pictures! I got an email from Kiersta and she said as soon as you can - if you haven't already - call the Compassion number I sent with you and they will set up a place for you all to meet in Dar.
ReplyDeleteI am praying for you all everytime you cross my mind which is a lot. I just got home from sending Heather off to Tijuana. She was very excited. Keep the updates coming! I love you!!
Mom
We are so proud of you and the work you are doing! Praying for rest, peace and wisdom in all you do.
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CJ and Amy
So excited to hear the latest....I know God's mercies will be new for the challenges of each day, and because of His great love, you will NOT be consumed [with homesickness or anxiety or anything] Lamentations 3:22-25. thanks for the update.
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the Enrights
It is so exciting to hear about all that you are doing as it happens. I wish I could be there to see you loving on all the little children. Be sure and take lots of pictures.
ReplyDeleteI am thinking of you so often and praying for your safety, health and that God will use you in a mighty way. Love you all!
Mom & Ms. Judy
Thurs. 18th .....hey everybody ......your blog is so wonderful ... I am SO impressed with how you phrase things ...it is so interesting to read it ... I looked up Igrina on the net and saw the downtown, shops, transportation, and some of the country ... it's wonderful to see how the two of you are turning out ...today is pea day ... more good food when you visit ... will drop you a note later ... I know you will have 100s to read ... told Aunt Pat and Jimmy about your blog cite ... your fame is spreading and so are the prayers for your success ... love from MS P&N
ReplyDeleteSo very proud of both of you! We are praying God's blessings over you and your mission to serve in Africa. You are setting a wonderful example for the youth at Church at the Cross. Enjoy the remainder of your journey. Love - Mitzi Meyer
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