Today I start a journey to Singapore to get a new visa. As I write this at 6AM, I do not yet have all the papers I need, I am hoping they will be faxed by my sponsor in Bali before I depart about noon!
I have been busy with all kinds of meetings since arriving in Indonesia last month, and I have some new activities. I mention some here, sorry no pictures this time!
A sixteen-year-old boy was brought to me to better his English, since his parents want him to study abroad in college. Turns out he already is being tutored in school every day of the week, plus other activities arranged by his auntie, with whom he lives. I told her he’s only 16, let him be a boy! Since he was not regularly attending church, I took him and his cousin to the three churches I attend (when not preaching elsewhere), and they choose the English speaking one, and have been attending there the past few Sundays. So he will get his English improvement and spiritual growth at the same time! He also is attending the Monday evening group at my apartment, though he feels out of place since the others are all in their 20's.
A young English teacher in a local Christian University came to me for English lessons to improve her English to go for her masters in ethics and values in America. We have started lessons Friday afternoons.
I taught at a different Christian school three classes of 10th graders yesterday,Tuesday, 12th. Three 90-minute sessions on self-image. It was fun, and I think profitable for all, though it made for a long day for me!
Last night, a young woman was brought to me with a 'problem' with her boyfriend. We spent a couple of hours sorting through her situation and praying. She left with no solutions, but with a new faith and a plan and direction for making the decisions she must make.
Well, I have to get ready for my Singapore trip, including contacting Bali for the papers I need. I hope to update this and other blogs after I get back.
On the 16th, there is a very special program I will attend which will be posted on the Unexpected Treasure Blog. It is a story of a relationship that continues to be woven into my life since 1986! You will get pictures of that one!
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