Day 3 was about preparing our hearts, strengthening relationships, and coming together as one team.
We started our morning in worship with the Ditshego staff and there was LOTS of dancing. We shared a devotional together and spent time getting to know one another through conversation, laughter, and team-building activities, including a STEM challenge that had us working together to build boats.
Over lunch, we continued sharing stories and learning more about one another. We also heard about the different programs Ditshego provides, gaining a better understanding of the daily work their staff does to serve children, families, and the Mooiplaas community.
After a wonderful day with the Ditshego staff, we squeezed in a taste of everyday South African life with a trip to the local SUPERSPAR. Naturally, that meant picking up a few South African treats to try along the way! It was a simple stop, but another fun opportunity to experience more of the surrounding place and culture.
There has been a lot of joy in these first few days: worshipping together, sharing meals, laughing together, asking questions, and learning from the people who know this community best. Today gave us the opportunity to continue building those connections before stepping into the next part of our week, eager to see how God will use our time together.
Next step: Mooiplaas…where we’ll see Ditshego’s work in action and begin serving alongside their team. We’re grateful for the opportunity to enter this next part of our week with open hearts, ready to listen, learn, serve and follow the lead of those who know and love this community.
