Saturday Feb. 11th
Finished our first full week with the students. Everyone seems to be settling in. We now have 18 students and 2 student leaders. Today is Saturday and Lawrence has walked with the students to the beach. Yes, the beach is within walking distance (long walk) but good exercise. Many students have begun to share with us and is good to be able to get to know them and hear their story. We shared our testimonies with them on Monday evening and it opened up lots of dialogue as they had many questions. Most South Africans will say they are Christian because they believe in God, but we found last year that the students didn't have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and knew little about the Bible.
We were able to purchase a vehicle yesterday and thank those of you who helped make that possible. It is a 2009 Toyota Avanta that seats 8 people which will help with student transport. All but front seats fold down flat so lots of room for Louise to transport groceries. We praise God for His leadership in directing us to just the right vehicle. It is in great condition with low mileage and still under warranty.
Continue to pray for Leo O'Connor. We miss him so much this year as he was such an integral part of the program. We know it is difficult for him not to be here. Pray as he battles the cancer with ongoing radiation and chemotherapy. The treatments made him quite ill last week but he continues to be in good spirits and gives God glory and praise no matter the situation.
Thanks for your continued prayers.
Lawrence and Louise
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