Day 3: A full day!

 By the sound of a drumbeat, our 3rd day at Amani began!  The leaders of Amani draw the women to start their morning by drumming on a drum that can be heard throughout the campus.  After a song in Swahili and English, we started our day by hearing from Jennifer.  She gave a short bible study that we were all encouraged by.  One of my takeaways was this little nugget, "Beauty begins where our self-reliance ends."  Truly, the more we trust in Jesus we become more like Him! 

Jennifer leading our bible story as well as a short time of
exercise which the women loved!

After our bible study time, Holly gave an informative presentation on general dental hygiene. The ladies were then given a bag that contained a toothbrush, toothpaste, and floss. The gratitude shown on the faces of the women was priceless.  Many thanks to the donor who donated these items--what a gift to these women!

Holly doing her thing!:) 

We had a short break or, "Chai Time" during which one of the Amani staff shared about their Mtoto (child) sponsorship program.  This program was created to find sponsors for the children of the Amani women to help pay for their schooling.  Only $35 a month covers their school fees which otherwise would be simply impossible for these women to pay. If you are interested in sponsoring a child or would like to receive more information about this program, please email Cathie at cathie@amaniafrica.org.  

Cathie (in red) sharing about the Amani Mtoto Sponsorship program during Chai Time.

Next on the day's agenda was a time to work on our peace projects. Janice and Melanie were able to work with Nelly on a new technique Amani is considering adding to their skills toolbox.  The results were incredibly fun!  Jennifer continued working on her chair project with Stella, and Jennifer and Christian worked on various outside projects. 

Nelly dyeing the fabric using the newly learned Shibori technique.

Jessi, Kaija, and Charlene had the special opportunity of visiting the Kibera slum school in the morning. They share that their time with the kids of the school was just precious.  They remarked on the amazing behavior of the students as well as the kindness of the director, Isabelle, and her staff.  The rest of the team is excited to join them at the school tomorrow.

Top: Charlene with the faculty of the Kibera Slum School.
Left: Students in a classroom at Kibera.  Right: Jessi showing
the students their pictures on her camera.

It was a full day! Tomorrow we spend half the day at Amani and the other half visiting a couple of the slum schools in Kibera.  Thank you for your continued prayers!

Prayer Points

• Pray for our continued health; specifically, that our fearless leader, Melanie, would continue in strength and energy. 
• Pray for each of us as we give our transformation presentations; that we would share what God would have us share.
• Pray for God to work in the hearts of the women we meet; drawing them closer to Him.

Thank you for your prayers!