So, I ‘m sure you’ve all been wondering what I’ve been doing in South Africa….
When we first arrived we (my team and I) were at a feeding center in Backdoor. Backdoor is so small it’s not on the maps. This is where we met Liz, missionary from England, Linda, from England and Tammy, who’s from St. Louis.
The feeding center provides meals for the children in the community and is also the home of the Iris Bible School, where pastors are trained and encouraged as well as establish a network with other Pastors and Missionaries.
It is also the Home of the newly constructed Education center…..complete with computer room, Library, preschool and prayer room.The entire campus is secured by a wall which has been painted to depict the creation. The result of mine and Liz’s handy work.
Tammy leads the puppet ministry here. They have been blessed, all of their puppets and equipment were a gift from OneWay Street. (The same company that I use at home) So Matty and Mandy found a new home. after traveling to South America and South Africa the puppets have a new home with the team from Backdoor.
The area is located on top of the mountain, water is always an issue, there is never enough and often is done without. Poverty is high, work is scarce; but the children are happy and love to make new friends and play with old friends. One day I played catch with 5 older kids (10, 11, 12 yr olds) for hours…..the ball we used was made of plastic bags rolled up.
The view from backdoor
Playing at the feeding Center
Linda and few local boys
While being here we were locked out of our room and had to be rescued by the Pastors. (previous posting “what do you mean we can’t get in?”
