Sunday

so yesterday was filled with so many fun activities. We woke up early and went to church for 3 hours. It was so amazing to see God working in another country and to see how everyone was worshipping. None of them were afraid to sing at the top of their lungs. I shared my testimony yesterday and was insanely scared because I was worried that no one would relate but afterwards I had people come up and thank me for sharing and how impactful it was. We then went to pastor johns house for lunch and the variety food was AMAZING! We then went to the most beautiful park and got to play soccer with all of the boys and we played other games like No Didi, volleyball, monkey in the middle, lions and deer. After we went back to the hotel got some McDonalds, shared some devotions, and prepared for teaching the kids! 

Church Day

Today we went to church and after they did a bit of their own service they completely gave it to us. We have four student share testimonies and other lead worship. The church was a combination of both English and Hindi was was interesting to observe how they incorporated that. Everyone was so greatful for the testimonies shared and it was a great experience to worship god with people of another culture. We then was to pastor johns for a great lunch and then to a park to play with boys from grace Home. This was a very joyful time of laughter, interacting with them, and playing a huge a game of soccer. I loved talking to the boys my age and just asking them about their lives.

First day in India

The best part of today was definitely meeting all the kids at grace home. We arrived there in the afternoon, and as we walked in they sprinkled flower petals down on us and performed dances, and gave us all beautiful necklaces of flowers. We had a lot of time to play and talk with the kids, and they were all so kind and energetic and welcoming. I played outside with some of the younger kids, and they spun on a spinny carousel thing for a seemingly impossible amount of time. They forced me to ride it a couple times and it was terrifying, and I was so impressed by how they never seemed tired or dizzy. They were so playful and joyful, and I can’t wait to get to know all of them better over the week. 

Travel day

Dear readers 

Hello from India! We made it after a long 30 hours of travel. After our first flight, we had a 6 hour layover. Then when boarding our second flight, we had to change planes because the plane’s probe was broken. Other than the plane’s PROBElem, it was smooth sailing. We arrived at our hotel at 2:00 AM, and went straight to bed. Jet lag isn’t too bad so far, but we’ll keep you updated. 

XOXO Melissa Thomas 

Switching Planes

We had some plane trouble (never left Newark). Weare waiting for a new plane to take us to India. Good spirits still which always helps. 

Landed in Newark

We landed in Newark and have a decent layover to hang out in the airport. Hopefully we don’t get too bored. 

India2018

India2018 Kicks off bright and early. Be at Terminal 2 Departures at 4:45 am as we get set for a long couple days of Travel. Half the fun is getting there.