On Saturday, the Catholic Nuns from Dimako “descended upon” us with a group of 35 pre-teens and teens for a retreat. The group walked 8 kilometers (just over 5 miles) from Dimako to our houses, singing, stomping and clapping as they came. They wanted to get away to a place that was relatively quiet and free from the distractions that these kids normally have in town. They spent the day having meetings and group study times, as well as singing and a few games. The highlight for Nathan was that they asked him to give his testimony (in French) to this group of kids. Now we have 35 more “friends” that we know in Dimako that will greet us when we are in the market with, “Bonjour, Natan” or “Bonjour, Madam Natan”!!! (oh…and the Nuns came back the next day with a song, flowers and Chocolate for the Abbotts because they heard that they just missed Desma & Barry’s anniversary…I can’t wait for OUR anniversary!)
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cool, it sounds like ya'll enjoyed your company :)
Hey, you guys haven't posted in awhile. Everyone okay? Hopefully, you're just busy. love you guys!
How I enjoyed your blog! I cannot believe those 3 children have grown up so fast! I think I saw Nathan's Dad in Boaz's Birthday Picture. Does your family think they favor?
It is so good to be able to read about your ministry there.
We love you and we pray for you!
Linda and James Williams
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