It was the Asian focus worship today at the Stavanger International Church. There were songs sung by groups and us all together in multiple languages, such as Fijian, Mandarin Chinese, Indonesian, Filipino. I’m sure there were more, but I couldn’t keep track. These are all representative languages of the SIC community.
The kids had a special song for us all.
After the service, there was a wonderful spread of Asian foods. I was one of the few non-Asians who ate with chopsticks. During the lunch, I talked with two Chinese. The new one I met today is from Suzhou. I was able to tell him that I had been there. Then he said he worked for a year in Singapore, and again I was able to say I was there too! How fortunate to be able to connect in a way that builds a bridge right away.
Many ate outside as it was gorgeous. We ate on the steps of the first MHS building, built in 1864.
It was in the mid-50s today, but I must have acclimatized a bit, because it felt like in the mid-60s to me!
Anya headed home by the bus, as I went home with Marta for a bit. My stay was a little shorter than planned, as Anya didn’t have her house key. So, Marta drove me home. So, I did get in a great Sunday afternoon nap.
Evening is dinner and a movie as we are streaming Into the Woods.
It is a new month tomorrow. Who knows what the future holds?
With blessings,
Beth