Our Jouney Begins in Kenya...

Jambo! ( That means hello in Swahili)

This is Lauren. We made it to Kenya last night after 2 very long flights. When arrived around this time last night which is 8:40 Pm. There is a 9 hour difference, so that makes it 11:40 AM U.S time.
Our first day in Kenya has already been full of surprises, new discoveries and humble experiences. Here are some of the new discoveries:

Driving is very different here. Kenyan’s drive on the right side of the car and they drive really close to moving people and traffic. I thought I was going to get hit by a bus while driving into town today and I had to close my eyes when getting close to people in fear of knocking them over.

Holding hands and shaking hands is very common. This is a sign of trust and friendship, or a very warm welcome.

Kenya has very diverse scenery. After church today we went for a drive and I was absolutely humbled and amazed by the sights I saw. There are parts of Nairobi that are very slum like, very broken down and old-looking. But, then you can drive about 3 blocks and find a very beautiful well-kept area. The vast trees and greenery make Kenya very beautiful.

The best experience so far has been our face to face talk and visiting church with a man named Frank Msambya. He is a Daystar University graduate and is now one of the Daystar U.S staff members. (If you are unsure what Daystar University is, that is where we are staying while we are here and the organization Pat Mahin our other writer is associated with. We have many meeting planned with some alumni and faculty from Daystar to learn more about this Christian institution.)




Back to my story, Frank was kind enough to share his story with us and I was very awe-struck at what he has been through as a Congo refugee and finally making it into Daystar University on scholarships and devoting his life to the Lord.
The church service was full of passion and praise, loud singing and dancing. We got an opportunity to introduce ourselves and everyone was very warm and welcoming. It was unlike any church service I have ever experienced.




I will update you all with more later. Bwana Asifiwe!! (Praise the Lord in Swahili)

Love,

Lauren

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