Friday - we spent finishing up projects around the church. All was completed - in terms of the benches. They would like them varnished - but the wood needs to cure a little. We did some painting, knitting with the women.... OK, so I use the word knitting "loosely." Truth is, I was able to roll the yarn so it was doubled - well, Ireally tried to roll it. I am not a patient person when it comes to knots - just ask Paul about the Christmas lights.
In the afternoon we walked to a school in Chengaina. (Chep-nina) It's a school of about 450 students from K-8th grade. They were interested in us coming, a lot of questions about how education is different in the United States. Many would like to come to the US. We sang, share stories and were the "dog and pony show." It was most interesting to speak to the student teachers - all in their early 20's who asked many questions. In African culture, students are trained to respond as a group - and not stand out. This makes getting them to ask questions a challenge.
As we were out on their lawn for the visit - the much needed rain began. Truly it was more of an Oregon rain shower - light - but with lots of thunder and lightening. Our evening was spent resting up and sharing a great meal and fellowship as we prepare to leave for home. A lot of processing going on in all of us right now. What do we do with the information and knowledge we've picked up over the last 2 weeks.
Today we went to a goat roast - as a celebration of work done. It's a traditional and very special event. Many church members came - as well as people from the community. It was fun to be a part of a real cultural experience. And - the goat was pretty good. (first protein in a few days...) I can now say I have tried liver, goat liver, here in Kenya - and I am not a fan. But at least I tried.
We received gifts from the people in the church - very official, very special and something I will never forget. The Assistant pastor has sent along a gift for our Pastor, Paul. He'll receive it in a special "ceremony" we will have at West Chehalem on October 18th - you are all invited to attend. (10:45am)
Our celebration was interrupted by a massive downpour that lasted for about 30 minutes or so. Think Texas flash flood times 3. It was much needed rain. We had to stop for that time since no one could hear with the rain beating on the roof of the church. After the rain subsided a little - we has more singing, gifts and blessings, including a special one from our pastor Paul to the church at Chebunge.
Tonight - packing as we leave on Safari tomorrow. I am not sure of the internet connection on Safari - so this might be the last post before Nairobi on Tuesday. Until the next post, thanks for praying - we are all feeling MUCH better! Continue to pray for our safety, God's provision for the people of Kenya and our eyes to be WIDE OPEN!
God is faithful - always - with love, Nancy
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