Ghanaian Church Service

What a wonderful experience we had today! Debbie brought us to a Ghanaian church where we were welcomed warmly. we were given front row seats, and were asked to introduce ourselves (along with the other visitors). The message was very empowering, and very interesting as well. The Pastor spoke in English, then there were two interpreters who took turns interpreting what the Pastor was saying. It was amazing! The songs we sang were some of the same songs I have sung in church in the U.S. which made it easy to participate. It rained during the service which brought a nice cool breeze through the windows which felt so nice. Once church was over we were introduced to a few people, then we were the only ones to leave. We were informed that the Ghanaian people do not like the rain, so they would wait inside.

Jim did the driving which is something I would NEVER do here in Ghana. The rules for driving here are very different, and I don't think I'd be able to make it a mile without causing an accident. But, it is nice that Jim is able (and willing) to do some driving which makes it easier for Brian to do other things when he needs to.

After church we went to the mall to eat lunch. It was a lot like eating at a food court in the U.S. We were all able to order food we liked and then do a little window shopping. The prices here are crazy!! Baby things (toys, formula, cribs, etc.) are so much more expensive here than back home. I don't know how anyone can afford to buy anything for their babies. I think Brian and Debbie are going to need a lot of help from us in the U.S. to send them baby things once they know exactly what they will need. There is no way they will be able to afford the things they need if they purchase them here!! Disposable diapers are almost $1 each!!!!

Tomorrow we will be visiting Echoing Hills which is a home for the disabled. I'm sure it will be a fantastic experience and we will be able to share our love with people who have been discarded in this culture.