Last day at the VTC

It was another great day.  As we wrapped up our visit to the VTC, I was encouraged by all that we have accomplished.  I told our team when we arrived, that if we did nothing more than encourage these young people and show the love of Jesus to them then our trip was a success.  God did so much more than I could have asked or imagined.

 

Our team continued to spend time with the various classes at the VTC: 

Lisa showed the basics of quilting to the girls in the tailoring shop.  She was so excited by the way they have responded.  She is very proud of them and I know they have been touched by her gentle spirit.

 

Ross helped out in the computer class, and the new teacher did a lot better today! They worked on understanding the basics of computer systems, and other technical details that they will need to pass their level one tests in the fall.

 

Clay spent time with the mason, mechanics and carpentry students.  He got his hands dirty a bit and did what Clay does best; encourage.

 

Marshall, Megan, and CJ finished the nurses’ training and presented them with certificates, stethoscopes, and flashlights.  They were so excited and proud of what they accomplished.

 

Barbie and Lacie worked out the beginnings of a new menu for the orphanage and helped in the kitchen.  They prepared a dinner for us of kuku choma, (BBQ chicken) and corn on the cob.

 

The one who really impressed me today was Becca.  She so enjoys spending time with the girls here, even sharing their meals and getting her hair done in cornrows, (as did Megan). 

 

As the team wrapped up, they handed out gifts and gave many hugs and took so many pictures.  I’ll post some on our facebook page when the internet is better.

 

I spoke briefly at the VTC devotional and got to hear from the students about how much they were touched by the visit and the attentions of our team.  Many of them shared specific examples of how they really flet loved by the Americans and how blessed they were.  They promised to re-double their efforts to be the best that they can be for us.  Mission accomplished!

 

We shared a final devotional with the kids at Dirubi Orphanage and Clay gave the sermon.  The kids had a special song that really touched all of us, especially Clay.  His planned talk was tossed out as he spoke from the heart about how much he was moved by the song and the kids.  It was a great night.

 

Tomorrow we head out bright and early for Nairobi.  It will be a long day of driving so I doubt I will blog tomorrow night.  Be blessed.