Frisbee Fun and Young Acts of Serving

At the end of the day in Chiimba, as they were preparing to depart for the night, Pastor Moore brought out a hot pink Frisbee he had saved just for such an occasion.  The kids didn't know quite what to think until one little boy stepped out to receive the toss of the Frisbee.  Once that happened and the others figured out what this strange thing did, there was gleeful pandemonium!

Pastor had a great time throwing the Frisbee in the air over a crowd of kids.  They waited impatiently for gravity to bring that thing down so they could get their chance to play with it.  Then they would toss it back to Pastor and wait for the next free-for-all.

The next morning was a beautiful day and while hot by Oregon standards, it was a little chilly for the locals!  They were wearing sweaters and sweatshirts while the crazy Oregonians were in shorts and t-shirts...

Once they finished chapel in the morning, it was only a matter of time before some of the kids showed up looking for the team to "come out and play."

The Frisbee once again became the main attraction!  Anna Marie was able to teach some of the kids a different way of throwing it and they loved it!

Lucas Schwin has had a regular following of little boys who come over to play soccer, Frisbee, or eat sugar cane.  They follow him around like baby ducks after their mother.  He has enormous patience as they try to learn how to kick a soccer ball correctly or throw a Frisbee.

Once, he brought out the Handi-Wipes to clean off the face of one little boy, Ronald.  He ended up handing out the wipes to all the kids.  They all dropped what they were doing and began having a group cleaning of arms, hands and faces.  Lucas probably has no idea of the positive, loving impact he is having on these kids by these simple acts of service.

Praise the Lord for our young serving the young!

The team is doing well and loving Africa.  Pray that they continue to maintain energy and strength and they serve the people of Malawi for a few more days.