There are no words for today.....

Today was the most physically and emotionally draining that we've had yet. First we walked approx 1.5 km straight up the side of a mountain to our destination of Mukongoro. Then we toured a school with 200 kids-in 3 grades. The P1 class, consisting of 4-8 year olds, had 120 students. There is no power, no desks, no paper system but the students' will to learn was inspiring. We introduced ourselves to them in Rukiga which they found very funny. The missionaries from St Johns were able to pass out their t-shirts which were a big hit! Then came a huge shock for us all. The leaders in Mukongoro had arranged a special lunch for us. There was a table set for us with plates, folded napkins, coffee cups, etc-all inside a mud hut home. They proceeded to treat us to a feast akin to our Thanksgiving. It was truly humbling. They rolled out the red carpet for us. By the time lunch was over, there wasn't a dry eye in the house. Their hospitality and warmth was so genuine....I'm at a loss for words. A special thank you to Charlotte Wiles. We gave the cross necklaces to them after lunch and to say they were well received is a huge understatement. Wade said that his wife couldn't be there but Rev. Hope quickly corrected him; she is with us. I could go on and on but words don't do it justice.

We have felt all of your support and prayers! Thanks and please keep them going.

The Mission Team