Fortunately Roger’s Monday wasn’t as bad as it could have
been (see last week’s letter) because he was aided in his classroom by two
(top-notch) retired teachers from Missouri who were here with a Work and
Witness Team.
Unfortunately his Tuesday was difficult because his aides
(Mary and Carolyn) were gone.
Fortunately, they were subbing for Sara in her class because
she (unfortunately) suddenly had an attack of the dizzies with various accompanying symptoms. (Fortunately
that only lasted a few hours.)
Fortunately the sixth grade girls, who are very mature
physically, but are children inside, gave them a good day.
Unfortunately, one of my girls had a long talk with the
principal and head of the dorms, about something that could have led to a
suspension.
Fortunately, the thing was straightened out. (I’m not even
sure of the details.) But, it was wonderful to have her ask me to pray for the
situation because her faith is mixed with Traditional Navajo beliefs and is not
pure and strong. God is gracious
to children when they truly come to a place of seeking and trusting. I’m
praying for her to come to saving faith soon.
Unfortunately, another of my girls was having a bad day
because she had quit the Cross Country team in a fit of anger, and the coach
would not let her back on right away.
Fortunately, her behavior got better through the day instead
of getting worse as I feared it would.
Fortunately there are fewer things to do on my daily list,
but unfortunately it takes just as long, and there is little free time to do
things that are not school related.
Unfortunately, it has been raining and our yard is full of
tumbleweeds.
Fortunately, our yard is also full of beautiful rocks,
geodes, and petrified wood.
Fortunately, Roger has lost some weight because of the
regulated meals and exercise. Unfortunately, Sara hasn’t lost much even though
she is trying. J But the girls in her class have, which is good
because they came a little on the heavy side, and their tribe has diabetes in
epidemic proportions. Hopefully, they are learning healthy habits and are
getting plenty of sunshine and exercise.
We were so blessed this week to have the huge Work and
Witness team from Joplin, MO, here. They helped in the classrooms, the nurse’s
office, the cafeteria, and on the grounds. There is always a lot of work to do
around here, and these folks were the consummate volunteer group. They
graciously gathered around us to pray for us before they left on Saturday. The
group this coming week will be from Delaware. We have groups here about half of
the year, and we could not exist without their labor. Others send gifts or
sponsor children. It is such a treat for us to see how God is working through
His people.
Fortunately you all are praying for us, and we think of you
fondly.
Love,
Sara and Roger
Lest you write back chiding me about my theology, I know God
is sovereign.
Ephesians 1:11b “In Him we were chosen, having been
predestined according to the plan of Him who works out everything in
conformity with the purpose of his will, in order that we, who were the
first to hope in Christ might be for the praise of His glory.”
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