Anchor Project

We have now lived in Hwolshe for two years, having rented the house for three. 

In the Scripture engagement movement in Wycliffe, there is a lack of understanding as to how to use mother tongue Scriptures in multilingual churches in urban areas.  One of our goals is to intentionally visit churches with the hope of sharing with them a vision for using Scripture effectively in the church.  How do we do it?  That is the question we are asking God.  What is God’s heart for these multilingual churches. 

In a recent conversation with a sincere Pastor from our community he shared that English had been chosen by the congregation because they “like” the language, not that they understand it necessarily.   This too, is important, that the language used is prestigious, but not as important as it being a meaningful medium to communicate the message God has for his people.   What is our part in partnering with churches in our community to see this happening? 

 

The ongoing ministry that happens in our home is welcoming children on a weekly basis.  Christy often leads this with a time of learning phonics and looking at books, followed by a Scripture lesson and Scripture songs (which the children have been writing themselves, another exciting Scripture engagement activity).  Most recently parents have also been in our home for various visits, a meeting that was held a few weeks ago, and most recently the “Beautiful Me” program with mothers and daughters from the community.  There is so much that we can do, but we want to do it with the community, and most importantly, with God’s leading. 

We are a bit overwhelmed as we consider how to continue, what to share in churches, and where God is leading.  Please pray for us.