Many thanks to all those who have been sending prayers to the other half of our team on safe travels home. Keep them prayers coming for the rest of our team as these last 2 weeks come to a close.
I can't help but feel a little disappointed and down due to the fact that the end of our trip is near. However I am forever grateful for all the fond memories and miracles God has given our team on this exciting journey. Cherishing every wonderful moment that God gives us with these amazing new friends and family here in Uganda.
The new team from Colorado who arrived recently have done an amazing job with VBS for this week. Each VBS class alone has over 100 children! But we leaders have the best time with each and every child as they excitedly enter the chapel at the beginning, ready for the day. VBS consists of worship, crafts, teachings, snacks, and bible story with the students reenactment. One of the most interesting teachings I've ever seen in a VBS was the plagues in the story Mosses. We had the science teacher make firm slime and gave the children about a quarter of a golf ball size, rolled it in a tiny ball and threw it in the air. Making a legit hail storm in the classroom. Very creative and very fun!
When approaching the beginning of VBS I found 4 children around me suddenly grasping and grabbing my arm and hand on each side. It sounds odd but it was quite sweet to see their beautiful faces and ecstatic joy when our team arrived. In Uganda one has to know the people are not shy. Everybody greets you and will even show a warm smile. Kids at the age of 4 will greet you with an exciting "Hello Mzungu! How are you today???". (Mzungu meaning caucasion looking one).
I hope all is well back home and wish everyone back in Texas a blessed day. Prayers for clear weather and strength for the rest of the trip to our team. Thank you so much for your support and we'll see y'all in a week and a half. Esther
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