Dinner with the Kids

You want me to eat what? What did he say? He is not even using real words! Such thoughts could go through one's mind before trying a new food, especially one that you do not eat in your culture. And these might have been the questions being that some of the Concordia students were asking this evening.

This summer, a group of 10 students from Concordia will be going on a trip to America. Norfolk, Nebraska will be their home for 4 weeks, with a brief stay in Des Moines for 3 days. On the trip they learn more about American culture, practice English, and hopefully hear more about the good news of Jesus.

This evening the 10 students for the trip were invited over to Andrew and Noel's house(they are the two chaperones and coordiantors for the trip). Me and Molly also joined the group for an evening of food and fun. Tonight, they had the joy of tasting the cheesy, meaty, tomatoey goodness that is Lasagne.

I absolutely loved the meal. And after asking several of them, found out that kids enjoyed it as well. I hope this boads well for their what will be many new tasting experiences this coming summer.

After the meal, we chatted, watched some DVDs to show the kids Andrew and Noel's family, and then played a game of Mafia. There is such a different feel and atmosphere when you do things with students outside of the classroom environment, and I am really thankful for tonight's opportunity. I had the chance to talk NBA basketball with one of students. Her two favorite players are Dirk Nowitski and Steve Nash. I really had no idea she was such a fan of basketball. We had a chance to talk about the latest happenings in the playoffs. Praise God for these small opportunities to grow in relationships with students.

To close, I would ask that all of you keep these 10 students in your prayers. May, Antonia, Teresa, Linda, Lily, Sabrina, Michelle, Irene, Babie, and Joyce. Pray that God would bless them in their preparations, and then on the journey to America. Pray that God would prepare their hearts, and allow for them to grow closer to Christ through this entire experience. Pray that Andrew and Noel would have strength, wisdom, patience, and endurance as they prepare to leave and then travel with the kids in America.

Until next time!