Uganda - Day 3
Yesterday, we went back to Kasubi for teaching, construction work, JaJa visits, and some admin work in the Children of Promise office.
On this team, we have 2 folks who are enjoying their first journey here - Debbie and Christine. They, along with Carl, had the privilege of visiting JaJas. These are Grandmothers, sometimes Grandfathers, who often are raising their grandchildren because their children have died. Or, they're in such dire economic straits that they simply need a helping hand. One who was visited yesterday works nearly a month handcrafting a floor mat that she hopes to sell for a few pennies. While the poverty is abject, the joy of our visits is equally stunning as they, with great joy, welcome us into the humblest of homes. We could take a few lessons home from them on how to welcome guests into our homes and into our services!
On top of this, our new team members and Carl had the thrill of riding boda-bodas to accomplish their visits. Boda-bodas are little scooters that are abundant in Uganda and are taxis as well. They haul all sorts of freight - furniture, car/truck parts, produce - as well as 2, 3, sometimes, 4 people in addition to the driver!
Ralph taught pastors and other leaders while I assisted. Our main focus this year is looking at God's Word for Leadership Development lessons. The folks there responded well and there was good discussion afterwards, too.
Sherry and Kimberly were helping in the Children of Promises office with all sorts of administrative tasks. There is so much to do: documenting the letters of the kids, verifying our kids who we'll be visiting, preparing the information of new children, and more. This is an amazingly simple way to change a life: $25 per month and a child is fed, cared for, educated, and encouraged to be every bit the Child of God each has been called to be.
Scott, Ray, and Isaac were led by Delbert as he began his big project to build on cement stairs to the existing sanctuary on campus. It's a big job and there are so many other guys to help - including big Alex who we met in Gulu last year. This gentle giant greeted us with a big grin as we each remembered our time last year building the church there. He sends his greetings to Cory!
Today and tomorrow, we plan on similar activities and duties - I may be teaching computer technology, as well. On Thursday, we'll travel to the village of Kilelli in the Mubende district. Internet connections are not likely, but I will send updates where and when possible. Pray that our eyes, ears, and hearts are open to even the smallest of opportunities to catch the details of this adventure and to serve in His Name.
On this team, we have 2 folks who are enjoying their first journey here - Debbie and Christine. They, along with Carl, had the privilege of visiting JaJas. These are Grandmothers, sometimes Grandfathers, who often are raising their grandchildren because their children have died. Or, they're in such dire economic straits that they simply need a helping hand. One who was visited yesterday works nearly a month handcrafting a floor mat that she hopes to sell for a few pennies. While the poverty is abject, the joy of our visits is equally stunning as they, with great joy, welcome us into the humblest of homes. We could take a few lessons home from them on how to welcome guests into our homes and into our services!
On top of this, our new team members and Carl had the thrill of riding boda-bodas to accomplish their visits. Boda-bodas are little scooters that are abundant in Uganda and are taxis as well. They haul all sorts of freight - furniture, car/truck parts, produce - as well as 2, 3, sometimes, 4 people in addition to the driver!
Ralph taught pastors and other leaders while I assisted. Our main focus this year is looking at God's Word for Leadership Development lessons. The folks there responded well and there was good discussion afterwards, too.
Sherry and Kimberly were helping in the Children of Promises office with all sorts of administrative tasks. There is so much to do: documenting the letters of the kids, verifying our kids who we'll be visiting, preparing the information of new children, and more. This is an amazingly simple way to change a life: $25 per month and a child is fed, cared for, educated, and encouraged to be every bit the Child of God each has been called to be.
Scott, Ray, and Isaac were led by Delbert as he began his big project to build on cement stairs to the existing sanctuary on campus. It's a big job and there are so many other guys to help - including big Alex who we met in Gulu last year. This gentle giant greeted us with a big grin as we each remembered our time last year building the church there. He sends his greetings to Cory!
Today and tomorrow, we plan on similar activities and duties - I may be teaching computer technology, as well. On Thursday, we'll travel to the village of Kilelli in the Mubende district. Internet connections are not likely, but I will send updates where and when possible. Pray that our eyes, ears, and hearts are open to even the smallest of opportunities to catch the details of this adventure and to serve in His Name.
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