Nelci and family, one of my girls from way back in orphanage days …
The miracle happened and I am back in Papua. Already here 2 weeks, getting used to the way of life again. The greater part of these 2 weeks has been spent reacquainting myself with those I know and love. It has been great to successfully surprise a few!
My Papuan grandkids with their cousin.
Now to sow the ground. I have already spoken to several people who would like to see one of our courses in their area. We have decided these will not be called schools but centres of learning for preschool children, especially learning English. This way we avoid many requirements schools have here as it is basically at this time just a one year course. Local heads of villages and their families will eventually be responsible for these centres. In the meantime, all they need to provide is a place of learning and we will provide the program and the teacher/supervisor.
One of the local Compassion run meeting centres.
I am also currently searching for those who will be teachers of these courses. They need to have a reasonable understanding of English. Already a couple have been suggested to me and I know a few others. So I will meet with these individuals to gauge their interest and their ability.
Victor and Kezia’s grandson turned one. Great celebrations!
So the next few weeks will involve meetings and just getting involved in life here. One of the things I must continue to do is find a house suitable for my needs. I am staying with wonderful friends but they are also busy and have lots of other responsibilities.
Part of the walking track to the shops
Loving the food, the people, the lifestyle and adjusting to the weather, the taxis and the walk up the hill!!!
Till the next update, God is good!!