Our first day of service was blessed and full. Our day started with devotions at Gichunge Primary School and were led by Quinn Johns and Pastor Nancy. The children enjoyed the time together and responded with songs of their own and the their national anthem in both English and Kiswahli. We were greeted joyfully with open arms and warm smiles. Some of the team spent time at Gichunge with the children and teachers observing and learning about their progress and challenges.
The rest of the team went to BLISS, where the youth joined their peers in class (see photos) and made many new friends. I'm always amazed how quickly youth connect with each other. There were many smiles and laughs.
In the afternoon, we spent time with Rev Marilyn who gave us history of the missionary movement into Kenya and some of the ministries occurring in this community. We even visited the Kaaga Methodist where the first missionaries arrived in 1863 in the community here.
Larry Dittmar spent time with the new music teacher at BLISS, who started in May 2013. He had the pleasure of observing their practice session, that went well over 1.5 hour. Larry was thrilled what he observed!
We had devotions in the evening after dinner and spent much time getting crafts ready for Gichunge on Tuesday.
We went to bed very tired but very enriched by the hospitality of the whole Kenyan community and their warm welcome.
We are all well.
On behalf of all your family and friends, who have time to write you,
Gary
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