Soccer in the sun at the foot of Meru

First off... Africa is amazing.  The sights, smells and people have been incredible.  The hospitality shown to our team has been on one hand comforting and on the other hand humbling.

So.... today just after lunch about 3pm (hey, we're on Africa time), Mike R., Kim C, Cheri W, Deanna C, and Billy D, and Prosper and I took the kids to the soccer field as all the others finished the wood siding on the church.  The kids were so excited.  First, Prosper gathered the kids and they sang some praise songs. Then, Kim lead a terrific devotion (as Prosper translated) on how she and her on daughter fell in love with Jesus. It was a special time.  I loved hearing the kids sing and watching them listen to Kim. 

After the devotion, Prosper divided the kids into four "teams".  Mike and I organized a soccer relay game for them.  It was such a joy to see them playing.  We then had them play a game.  Mike took the small kids (thanks Mike!) and I took the big kids.  It was organized chaos as it can be with kids and soccer and them not understanding.  Prosper is such a blessing! Without Prosper it would have been complete chaos.

On the way back home, we had a clear view of Mt. Meru.  It was a spectacular view of the mountain and it was amazing!  A great way to end a day in the Lord's service.