To round out what was essentially an introduction to Albania through the eyes of an American who has been in country for just under six months; today Cory was my guest at the church in Fushekruje. All of the essential personalities were in attendance. Fatjon, and Vissy met us for coffee before church began. Pastor Alban and Bashkim both participated in the presentation of the gospel message. Fatjon translated for Cory and myself which was a good experience for him. Cory was a translator for her sister during a visit to Guatemala; an experience which has given her insights into many of the pitfalls of language bridging.
Fatima was also at church today, as were Alban Datsi, Lion, and Ali. Cory and I took the bus to get into town and later walked to the church work-site, just like I do every morning. It was my intent for her to get a solid feel for what daily life entails for me here. On our way to the project we stopped in and met Shpetim and two of Osman’s assistants. Cory agreed that the metal work those men are capable of is nothing less than masterful. Across the street, at the work-site, Cory was able to see first hand the fruits of my team’s efforts from the past 5 months. Things really are starting to come together there.
This was Cory’s last full day in Albania, tomorrow she is flying back to Turkey. I was honored to host her. Cory has lived abroad in a number of counties from various parts of the world and will soon set out to do so again in a venue I am not at liberty to disclose. Please pray for God’s covering over her as she ventures out to help in efforts to secure a more durable peace for our world. Thank you.
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