I thought I would you might like to hear a quote that Patrick (from Rwanda) posted today. It’s good and worth sharing!
With all that the Rwandans have faced in their short little lives, this attitude is RICH!
“NO MATTER WHERE WE GO, we cannot escape from the sufferings that are part and parcel of our life. If we cannot avoid these sufferings, then our only choice is to overcome them. And since we have no choice but to overcome them, then we might as well live joyfully and vigorously while doing so”
By the way, I’m re-matching a few of the Rwandan kids that want American families. We also have 50 more coming in August. These kids are DELIGHTFUL, to say the least. Would you and your family take one as Friendship Partner?
The Friendship Partner commitment is not hard but very serious:
- Contact them once a week (just like you would do any friendship you are building). E-mail is great!
- Spend at least 2 times a month with them. Whatever your family does, let them tag along. This is hospitality…not entertainment. They just want to be a part of your life. We had them over a couple of weeks ago and did pop corn and pot tarts on the back deck. They sang African songs and danced. It was a rich evening.
- Pray for the on a regular bases.
- Attend a 3 hour IFO Cross Cultural training, which will help you minister.
Most internationals do not have cars, so it requires that you sacrifice a little time to go get them. The trip is well worth it!
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