Tuesday - Siyathuthuka

    The day started with Ladies Prayer which was in the chapel, we talked about how sometimes we make the wrong choices, and had we waited we may have chosen differently. We then joined the men who had prepared our breakfast on the veranda, which we enjoyed together.

    We then set off to Siyathuthuka, our partner community, where the plan to start the day by joining the care workers for a worship session, was delayed due to thunder, lightening and much- welcomed rain.






The time was not wasted as the mobile clinic had come for it's monthly visit and we got to experience the encouraging sight of a seemingly unending line of  Mums, babies and toddlers awaiting their turn.





As the weather cleared we joined together for our worship session, led by Floyd and Audrey the Coordinators, which included introductions, prayers, singing and dancing (Suzie, Chris, Claire, Alice and Vaughan!!!)

Now it was time for our first Home Visit! This involves visiting those who care for vulnerable people within their community. Floyd took us to visit Gina, who together with her 3 year old twin sons and an older son, shares the house with eight others. One of these is a sixteen year old boy with TB whose situation was causing particular concern to the care workers. They listened to the issues and have put an action plan in place.

On our return the children were arriving at the Care Point and while Suzie helped with the plating of the pap, boiled cabbage, and shredded beetroot (made by Alice), Vivienne joined in with the children's worship session. The children enjoyed generous portions and we got to try the food, which everyone agreed was very tasty.

All too soon it was time for us to leave and return to the Hub where our delicious evening meal was ready for us.

By Suzie and Vivienne