Thursday 10/23
Today is the first day we have access to internet. The trip was very long but we didn’t have any problems. We are all sleep-deprived but better after having slept last night in a horizontal position. All of our luggage arrived at the same time as us so that was great. Jen and Serge (and Isabella-what a cutie!) met us at the airport and are taking good care of us.
Kigali seems to be prospering and has changed significantly since the last time I was her 4 years ago. A lot of new buildings, streets paved, nice boulevards with plants down the main streets. Quite impressive. This morning we took the group to the Genocide memorial. Since the genocide is such a significant event underlying everything in life here it is important that we have that understanding fresh in our minds and hearts as we begin our time here. It is extremely well done and very moving.
The guys (Pete, Dave and Ron) head up to Nyagatare tomorrow to begin getting ready for the start of the Pastors training. Catherine and I will stay in Kigali and connect with some of the ministry stuff that is happening here. We are eager to do that.
Friday 10/24
Today the men head up to the town where the pastors training will happen. It’s about a 3 hour drive from here. Before they leave we will assemble binders with all their notes in to give to the pastors.
The weather here is great! On the cool side but comfortable with just a t-shirt and sandles, so probably warmer than at home!
more soon.
Hi Alison,
It is great to hear that you and other members of the team have landed safely after such a long journey. We pray for your safety and good health as you minister to those in Rwanda. I am quite sure that you will be ministered to in very moving and meaningful ways as you spend time in this country of great need.
May your spiritual life in Christ continue to grow as you rely fully on his sovereign care and counsel.
I was out with Dave on Wednesday and he seems to be surviving well – along with the boys, but we will certainly keep a watchful care for them over the next few weeks.
Good Bless,
Doug