Today we attended the Sunday service at Pastor Dr. Felicien's church in Gasarenda. It was an awesome service and we saw many familiar faces. There must have been around 200 people present (there was no way we were going to try to count)! We were very warmly welcomed and treated to wonderful choirs - including a children's choir.
Alayne gave the sermon and it was very well received! She spoke on 'Life Affirmations'.
Alayne gave the sermon and it was very well received! She spoke on 'Life Affirmations'.
After the service we were invited back to Pastor Dr. Felicien's home for lunch with his family as well as the church leadership. It was fantastic to spend time with Felicien's family. We have known them since we began coming to Kigeme and have watched his children grown up over the years!
After lunch we went to see one of the chapel's of Gasarenda, about 4 km away (but over a very bad road, so it took awhile). They are presently building this chapel and it will provide a closer place for some of the congregation to go on Sunday. Presently they are attending Gasarenda.