I just finished a book last night called Poisonwood Bible (thanks Lindsay, Chaya, and Michelle who gave me the book!). If you haven't read it then just talk to Oprah Winfrey... she would encourage you too. Turns out she has a book club and it is one of the books on there. Gooooo Oprah!
The book is about a missionary family that moves from Georgia to the Congo. It is a fictional story, however, sadly there are some missionaries, past and present, who have had similar agendas. The father, Nathan Price, didn't come to Africa because he loved the people, but rather because he loved to be right. He saw himself as better then everyone else and toted the flag of Christianity under oppression of fear and pride. Thankful, this isn't how all missionaries are. Some come to love people, to live with them, to get to know their hurts, their joys, their struggles, and in the midst of it share the truth, hope, forgivness, and love found in the person of Jesus Christ.
The story is told through the eyes of Nathan's four daughters and his wife. I really enjoyed the book for many reasons, but what I enjoyed most was being able to identify with the girl's experiences, both good and bad, regarding Africa. Africa really is a different world for me, filled with many new experiences. It is also filled with people that I have enjoyed being with. As, I am settling in more I am looking forward to exploring the countryside, visiting homes, and meeting the people who make Africa Africa.
I will include some more pictures next time!
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That sounds like a good book Katie. I think I'll check it out. Oh and I can't wait to experience Africe through you as you experience new things!
I haven't read it yet, so I think I need to talk to Oprah. Do you happen to have her number?
Hey, have you gotten around to reading "Things Fall Apart?" Did all of the Foo Foo talk make you giggle? Jessica, of Jessica's Book Club (a lesser known club, with fewer members), really wants to know.
I'm with Gina, I love experiencing Africa through your eyes!
Kate,
Hi. How did your July 4th go? It's only 7:30 ish here and no fireworks yet. Thinking of you.
Well, did Quinn get up from Nairobi today as you had anticipated? Does that mean you won't be trying to teach two classes by yourself now?
Gotta go,
Much Love,
Mom
I miss you Katie! I finally got connected to your blog. Sounds like God is providing you with some pretty amazing experiences. :)
Praying for you right now!
-katie mika
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