Wednesday, June 17th - Rwhat a day!

Today was a dream. 

Over these last nine months as a fellow, I have heard countless stories from people about how much they love Rwanda, our sister church in Karangazi, and the children at the school in Karangazi’s parish. I can now add myself to the list of people who tell others about all of these things as well. 

We had the privilege of visiting the school in Karangazi for the day today. It was so special to see the sweet reunions between kids and our teammates that have been before. The children and staff were just as overjoyed to see us as we were to see them. I have never felt more welcomed in my entire life. 

When we arrived, the school’s headmaster sat down with us and explained more of the details of the school, their mission, and their vision. After this we got to sit in on debates that were taking place at the school. Grades P1-P3 (ages 7-9) were debating on whether town life is better than village life. Grades P4-P6 (ages 10-13) were debating on whether boarding schools or day schools are better. I was in awe of how smart and impressive these students are. These debates are on a level that I have never seen from even American students that are the same age. It was awesome!

By far my favorite part of the day, though, was getting to play with the children at the end of the day. Each of us had a huge group of children following us for the entire afternoon and we had the privilege of loving on them while they loved so much on us. I saw Graham and Tripp playing soccer and Stacey skipping with a group of girls and Hannah playing Ring Around the Rosie. I was so excited to spend the afternoon with a group of girls and boys that were ecstatic to do anything with me. We sang Jesus Loves Me and played Duck Duck Goose, Hopscotch, Leap Frog, Freeze Tag, and so many other games. They taught me Rwandan games that they play while I taught them games that I played when I was little. I had at least 10 children holding my hand wherever I went and so many little girls saying “let me help you, sister,” to carry all of my things. 

I am overjoyed to have started this relationship with a group of people that I already love so deeply. I cannot wait to return on Friday to see Brenda, Rachel, Justine, and so many other children that I can now call sweet little friends. It truly is a gift to be a here and today truly was a dream. 

written by Sarah Moubray