We are now in the capital city of Kampala. The Pastors and Wives retreat ended at noon today (Thursday) and we were driven to Kampala by Pastor Charles and are now in a nice hotel.
First of all, the retreat was a great blessing for all of the participants. There were 70 couples from all over East Africa. I felt that the sessions where I taught went really well. I was as prepared as I have ever been and was glad for the great response from the participants. Dave Guzik’s teachings were great as well and I think that together we blessed all of the people and brought words of encouragement to them all. They couldn’t thank us enough!
Meanwhile, Dave’s wife, Inga-Lill brought a team of women in order to provide dental services to anyone who would ask. They provided care for about 175 individuals, including men, women, children, and even staff at the resort hotel. Debbie spent most of the week in the dental room, assisting them all, comforting those who were afraid and holding the hands of those who were frightened. The team did extractions, cleaning, fillings, and more. They were busy from breakfast until dinner. The only time Debbie was not with the team was yesterday, when she sat on a panel of couples in leadership, 5 in all. And she sat on a panel of just the women. Otherwise, she was assisting the dental team. It was an amazing work. Inga goes all over the world doing this, at no expense to any of the patients. Her program is so well-organized and works like a well-oiled machine. She is an amazing lady!
Last Sunday, we were in the town of Buwama, where I preached at the Calvary Chapel of Buwama. The church is also on the grounds of a medical center, established over 2 years ago by Pastor Charles and his wife, moth medical professionals. We had to drive down a dirt road to get to the church on Saturday when he showed us the facilities. But on Saturday night and Sunday, the rain was a torrential downpour, so since most of the members walk down the dirt road, they cam late due to all of the mud. But, it was a good service and following the end of it, we drove to the resort in Jinja, a drive of about 3 hours.
Tomorrow morning I will teach a 3-hour class at the Bible College of Calvary Chapel of Kampala. Debbie will get some well-deserved rest!
It’s late so I will post some photos tomorrow.
Thanks for the prayers!
David
We loved reading about what you and Debbie are doing. It sounds wonderful. So glad you are having a good time and being a blessing. We’re excited to hear more when you get back.
Love, Karla and John
Thanks for blogging. Sounds like God is blessing all you do there…mud and all! And, it is so like Debbie holding the hands of those who needed comfort when Inga-Lill’s team provided dental care. Praying for you all and looking forward to those pictures.
That dental service to those in need sounds amazing! Glad the teaching went well.