A Special Meeting

Monday, March 22nd

After dinner at Pizza Hut (they have normal pizza as well as steak and shrimp, etc - it was pretty funny and really nice) we went to a special Study with several members of the HC. It was amazing to hear the Word read in both languages and special songs sung in both languages. Everyone was very welcoming and friendly. After the study we yarped together which was also amazing.

Then we all just talked for a little while. Several of the ladies we very excited that I was pregnant, I got lots of hugs and belly pats. One very sweet lady wanted to help take care of the baby and was very disappointed to find out we were not already in China.

There was a funny moment where I looked over and saw John in deep conversation with one gentleman who was feverishly writing on a dry erase board. Later I found out he was sharing with John how to become a computer programmer with Java script because John had complimented him on his knowledge. It was very sweet and generous, this man's spirit of sharing. He was even going to send John some books!

It was a very uplifting and encouraging night, yet very humble to see the risks these people are willing to put themselves at to go to the Study, while we at home often cancel because of what is on TV. I fear that our freedom has caused us to loose sight of how valuable our gift from our Father really is.