Today, we all went to church with the older kids. It’s part of PEFA, which stands for Pentecostal Evangelistic Fellowship of Africa. PEFA actually traces its roots back to the US, with the former Elim Missionaries Evangelistic Association started by Apostle Ivan Q. Spencer from Lima, New York. I hadn’t even heard of Elim until I met Rehema, and practically in my back yard. Alex, who grew up in Rehema, Nairobi, is at Elim on a scholarship and staying at my home to take care of my cats. So basically, I came to Africa to look after his home while he’s looking after mine.

We walked to church, which was just a quick 3/4 mile down the street. Along the way, we passed a bunch of folks heading to their own churches and saw cows and sheep munching on grass by the sides. The service is a total change from what I’m used to from my Catholic upbringing. It’s super lively, dynamic, and full of energy, packed with music and people really getting into the worship!

We were greeted at the church and told to head to the front to say hi to everyone. It felt great to see some familiar faces and get big handshakes and hugs. Myson was asked to share a message as a guest, and presented a wonderful lesson about Cain and Able.

The afternoon was mix of playtime, gift giving and patching and prepping the wall in the dining room for a fresh coat of paint tomorrow. The night ended with devotions, praying and bible reading — and rounds of games.

I hope your Sunday was as wonderful and fulfilling as mine.