Bible lesson with Ninos
After double checking our supplies, we jumped in a taxi for a short trip to the Plenitud De Dios school. Ten little ninos were sent to the hall where we had set up our lessson. We did the same Good Shepherd lesson we'd done last Saturday so we had it down pat. It took some coaxing to get them to play Follow the Leader but once they caught on, smiles lit up. Two more groups of ten arrived and we enjoyed each and every one. Too quickly it was over and we packed up and walked home satisfied...knowing that each child had heard the message that the Good Shepherd, Jesus would find them if they felt lost. After a short rest, we were back at the cutting table...
Behind the Walls
As we always hope, we have managed to get behind the walls, gates, electric wires, locked doors, barred windows, dogs and security guards... into a home...and live as the locals live. Total immersion. An open window to understand a bit...appreciate more...and build a stronger and more authentic relationship. We are blessed. And though the distance to the school is short, each block we get away from the main street and each turn down a side street takes us deeper into the reality of how most live here. The road quickly changes from smooth paved to deteriorating, pot holed muddy dirt alleys. And even the clothing seems to fade and age before your eyes. But the sincerity of their smiles and greetings remains the same. We are blessed.
