We had two concerts this past weekend. One was in Telavera and one in Buanoy. Saturday we picked up the band Ramoth Gilead and started setting up at the basketball court. Some people set up the stage, some watch the bags and some play games with the kids hanging around. To see the Philippines culture in action is very cool. In the many months leading up to the trip we watched videos and talked about culture but nothing would tell the story as well as watching kids hang out for hours on end playing basketball, seeing people stop at a shop and talk for a period of time and also watch them talk about our concert posters. It is pretty cool to watch such a different group of people, I'm so used to seeing empty streets and people who drive around with a cell phone stuck in their ear that it makes me wonder if I will return home or not... Just kidding. In our group travels thus far we have seen Sari Saris, an Ocean Highway, Basketball Courts, Bake Shops, Multi Cabs, Motorcycles and many interesting people at all age ranges.
In speaking with kids I have learned some interesting things. For instance adding "ra" to something means just this or just that. So, one could say "joke-ra" which is "just joke" or "ok-ra" which is "just ok" or one of my favorites "Jones-ra" which by this point one would hope you know means "just Jones". I have also learned important words like bogoy "mischievous" (Evelyn says that Nick and I are this) and "dili, hawá palihog" which you can tell "bogoy" children because it means "no, please go away". There is much more to tell but I feel it shall be "lost in translation".
God is working here, and we need your prayers to keep going strong. This next stretch leads us to finishing projects at Shofar Mission, two more concerts, Bible lessons at Shofar Learning, youth group at two churches and much more.
If you have any questions, drop them in the comments box and one of our representatives will be happy to answer it for you. ;)
Until next time,
Brandon H --signing off
Caitlin giving her testimony at a JCIL (Jesus Christ Is Lord) outreach in Pondol. (Lando translated for her.)
Nick doing some much needed cleaning. Caitlin and Amber make a huge mess!
The view from the guard house to the next island over.
New shelves replacing the old ones on the stairwell.
Amber cleaning up sawdust from her shelf-making mess.
Jones-ra sporting some cool kid glasses.
5 comments:
Haha! Evelyn called it well.. These posts bring me great joy; feels like we're right there with you all. Sounds like you're embracing the wonderful Philipino culture well.. awesome. Still praying hard for a strong finish, love you all! :)
p.s. Sophia = "bogoy-ra"
So good to read your post and to see your pictures, glad you get to be in an "Island Haven!" Sounds like you are accomplishing so much in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus.
Be sure and tell Nick and Amber Happy Anniversary on Tuesday, which I think you are already there, as I believe you are 12 hours ahead of us. Pray they have a wonderful-God-Filled day!
Will continue our prayers so you can finish strong as Danielle K, said.
Isaiah 40:31
But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength.
They will soar high on wings like eagles.
They will run and not grow weary.
They will walk and not be faint.
Love you all,
"Aunt Barb-ra"
Thanks for the update! You guys are rockin' Shofar! Keep up the good work! The shelves look beautiful :)
Nancy-ra
Nice shelves ra!
I am loving the updates ladies and gentlemen :) Stay strong and finish well. We are praying for you all! Look forward to hearing from you again and seeing you all.
Anthony-ra
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