...we started our travels today in the back of a Tap Tap. We went to the school to start VBS and thought we would be early but as it happened most of the kids were already there. We dove right in with our song "Jesus loves me" in Creol, split up the children (all 150) into four groups. We have four stations: crafts, songs, games and my station, drama. Our theme today was creation so in the drama we covered God creating man and the story of Adam and Eve. The sillier we got the more the children seemed to enjoy it. We rotated through the stations in a total time for VBS of two hours. We had a lot of free time after our program and much laughter was had at our expense. I played a switch game and raced a kid which almost killed me. There was a lot of touching by the children and every time I sat down there was a little girl or boy on my lap.
The people are very joyful. There is a clear sense that they enjoy each other and are very appreciative that we are here. It is very warm! Some might say HOT! The basics of electricity, water whenever you need it, rules of the road and the constant motion during driving all around reminds me that we are no longer in Ohio.
Want to say to hi to Janice, Olivia and everyone else at home.
Okay...not sure what a Tap Tap is, but it sounds like a vehicle that needs a push. :) Silly is right up your alley and it made me smile when I read how much fun you are having with the kids...just remember what I always say when rowdy kicks up, "somebody is going to get hurt!" JK :) Family and friends are asking each day about you, Hannah, and the team. Ditto on "hi" from all of us.
ReplyDeleteHello from Maineville Ohio. We are all saying prayers and hoping things are going well. We certainly miss you and Hannah and can't wait to see you home again. God bless you and the rest of your church group. I hope you continue your mission with great results and fun/safe times. Ken Ungruhe (brother of John and Uncle of Hannah)
ReplyDeleteJohn, glad to hear things are going well...sounds like the holy spirit is really working overtime! continued prayers for you guys for health, guidance and joy as you share His love....I am also hoping you will incorporate your drama skills in our next staff meeting....see you soon. Rhonda (UC)
ReplyDeleteCindy had trouble posting...so she emailed and asked me to do it on her behalf. :)
ReplyDeleteHello from UC! Janice forwarded me the email from the 15th of June, which I didn't get until the 20th since I was at my church's mission trip to Nashville. I immediately forwarded your 3rd paragraph to the group I traveled with. Made our accommodations looks like the Ritz Carlton (full kitchen, Lands End cots (although we went to WalMart to purchase air mattresses to put on top), and nice neighborhood that we took advantage of for walking) Enjoy your time away from the rat race we call UC. I am so looking forward to your stories and hearing Jesus Loves Me in Creole. Cindy Lasonczyk (friend and UC co-worker)
Mom/Grandma had trouble posting as well...she asked me to share:
ReplyDeleteThe posts have been so good; appreciate having an idea of what you're experiencing. Seems you all have blessed the kids at VBS by sharing yourselves and the stories from God's Word. John, I'd love to see you and your group do the skits! Hope you didn't use up all your energy on that first day racing that little guy! lol Love to you and big hug and kiss to my precious Hannah! Continued prayer for the final few days and safe travels. Mom/Grandma Sawyers