This will be a brief update before we begin our travels to South Africa tomorrow. We said goodbye to our friends at the seminary in Lisbon on Friday, and traveled to Southern Portugal for the weekend to spend time in an area called the Algarve. We have been hosted by a Christian conservation organization called Arocha. It has been an interesting, informative, and restful break from the previous two weeks; and well-timed, since tomorrow marks a challenging 48 hours of travel with two nights of not being in a bed. So pray for us tomorrow night (Monday) on our overnight flight from Europe to Johannesburg, followed by a Tuesday overnight bus ride to our next "residence" in Mthatha, South Africa. The students are facing this next adventure with a little trepidation, but their usual great attitudes.
We also said a tearful goodbye to Tina on Friday. The doctor advised a rest at home rather than the demanding trip to Africa to ensure recovery from her mono. In our minds and hearts, she is still a part of our team, and we will miss her. She returned home to the US on Saturday.
"See you here, there or in the air" I learned. It was a nice experience to meet you! I'll pray for you. HAve a nice trip and may God use you and make you grow :)
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Ruben Chama
I am glad that the train ride went well along with receiving that well deserved rest.... now onto the next leg of this adventure/God's planned experience.
ReplyDeleteSorry though to hear about Tina. REST well Tina and I am sure your parents are happy to see you again. :) I am sure you will be in the team's thoughts and prayers everyday throughout the trip's duration.
Dear Tina, You may need to go home from this mission trip, but I have a pretty strong feeling that when you're all healed up and stronger, you'll be searching of your next adventure. There are many mission trips to help many people. God bless you.
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