In England we would expect such an event to be planned, worried and prayed over for several weeks in advance so everyone can be prepared. We did have some warning that there would be some sort of meeting at a school, but it was a bit of a surprise for Irene when she arrived in the morning and was given an hour’s notice that she would be the main speaker at the school. Fair enough:
- How many pupils will there be? 50? 100? – about 1,400!!!
- How old are they ? – From 3 years to 19 years old
- How long should I speak for? – about 2 hours!
Oh, and by the way, before the close can you do an altar call?
You will be pleased to know she managed well. She spent about 45 minutes teaching them a song. Another 45 minutes giving a talk. When she asked those who wanted to commit their lives to Christ to come forward about half the pupils did. In truth she thinks many did so that they could try and touch a Mzungu to see if they feel different. However she was told later that about 30 had made some real commitment.
As for Malcolm he was with a different church, and different school. He was one of 2 presenters at 2 sessions of about 100 pupils each, each session lasting about 40 minutes in total – quite tame really. What was a bit of a surprise is that he decided to speak at one of the sessions about a largely unknown 1970’s American, Christian Rock singer, Larry Norman. It takes all sorts.
We will see what we are asked to do tomorrow.
The other event this week was the Lasagne Party (and not the end of the world party) that we mentioned last week. Why Lasagne? Because it is such a treat here. The only place nearby that sometimes sells lasagne pasta is in Kabale, about 50 miles away, which requires a special journey along a partially unmade road just to see if there is any for sale.
PS to find out about Larry Norman http://www.larrynorman.com/
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