October 20, 2012,

The last two weeks have been busy as we have been involved in Outreach programs, participating in a national church program, monitoring SAT exams and simply attending many campus events. I thought I might try to attach some pictures to the blog this week.

Just prior to Midtern at RVA both Debbie and I were involved with the Outreach programs.  Outreach is an opportunity for some of the students to minister and get involved with nationals in off campus settings. As mentioned in the previous blog, I helped lead several students to an IDP camp.  We were able to visit with the people in their homes, pray with them,and play and interact with the children in the camp. These people have nothing and struggle to meet the necessities of daily existence, but always have a smile on their face and welcome you to their tent or house. Please pray for peace during the Kenyan elections this March.

Debbie, along with another couple helped lead a group of students to a nearby orphanage.

 This week was Kenyatta Day in Kenya, which is a national holiday. Classes are canceled and many activities are planned on campus. Since the students at RVA come from many different countries, many dress up in their native country costumes.  The oldest student from each of the 30 countries was  chosen to hold the flag of their country and march into chapel while a portion of their national anthem is played. The students cheer as each flag comes in and the noise is deafening. A picnic is then held afterwards, sports are played between the staff and students and the day ends with fireworks. It really is one of the highlights of the term.

Us with our dorm daughters

Our South Korean dorm daughters

Some of our Kenyan friends

Continue to uphold the school in prayer.  Debbie and I have been asked if we would stay another year beyond our one year commitment.  Please pray that we would be able to raise the support to stay. One of our students had to return home due to illness.  Please pray for healing so that she may be able to return next term in good health.