Life in India is so different, but I’m really enjoying the newness of it all. I arrived safely in Calcutta, India late Wednesday evening on August 4th. On the drive home from the airport, I was astounded at the vast poverty that would encompass me for the next several months. Sure there's flourishing wealth here too, but it coexist right alongside the oppressed. I guess that's why they say that India is a land of extremes and contrasts. I’m not sure if I will ever get used to seeing people begging or sleeping on the streets. Yet I’m so blessed to be a part of a ministry that not only sees the needs, but is being proactive to meet those needs.
After attending a service at the hospital chapel today, I went for a stroll at a beautiful park with flowering trees. However, I didn’t stay long because of the extreme humidity and intense heat. A statue of Mother Teresa resides just beyond the park gates as a focal point of honor and admiration. Speaking of Mother Teresa, I’m so excited that I get a chance to serve at her mission, Missionaries of Charity, this week. Also I will get to meet some of the kids at the feeding station that will be attending the learning center that I am helping develop for Project Rhino.
The picture I posted is of me on top our Mercy Hospital overlooking this concrete jungle known as Calcutta. If you want to see more pictures and you have a facebook account, please feel free to look me up.
Please pray that God will give me wisdom and creativity as I forge on with Project Rhino. Thank you again for your prayers. They are greatly appreciated : )
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