We have just returned from Mwanika Church and the dedication of the Church Hall. It was a combined Sunday worship and dedication ceremony. Many choirs sang, including the Ann Arbor choir (smile), hymns sang, and all the many contributions to the church hall were recognized. Rev Drew preached with Kimeru translation provided by Moses. The message was well received and drew applause several times. His message that it's important to learn from children in addition to teaching them. The service was overflowing (~600) and followed by a church dinner. A dedication plaque was unveiled and listed the 7chapters (neighborhoods) of Mwanika, including Ann Arbor. It was humbling to be recognized as part of their church.
We were there about 5 hours! We were GREATLY blessed today!!
Yesterday we journeyed from Nairobi to Meru and had a pleasant drive enjoying the beautiful countryside after leaving the congested roads of Nairobi. Kenyan drivers are quite creative on the road, the driving we witnessed in Nairobi was both thrilling and amusing. We were so glad to be in the hands of experienced Kenyan drivers. It's good to have a sense of humor also. Lunch was at the Trout Tree restaurant in Nanyuki. Colombus monkeys were overhead in the trees, and trout were being raised in the ponds below.
We have a FULL day. It is now after 8 PM and have devotions and group time. Everyone should sleep well. We are excited about our first day at Bishop Lawi Imathiu Secondary School (BLISS) in the morning. The school principal, Moses, spent some time with us this evening in preparation.
The Internet connection has not been very reliable today. My email to you was lost in cyberspace when there was a network issue. I will continue to write as time and the Internet connection permits.
Everyone here sends their greetings and love.
God is good all the time. And all the time God is good.
On behalf of the Mission Team,
Gary
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