Journey to Nampula
As Lauren and I drove out of Pemba, following our team leader's car, we had to pass through the area close to the recent attack that brought about our temporary departure. We were both a bit tense, but soon it was behind us and we could breath easier.
It was surreal as we drove through the Mozambican landscape. We had packed up and left within two days, trying to say goodbye to those we could. It was strange packing for a month but knowing it could become more than a month depending on the situation. It felt like a joy ride, looking at the beauty Mozambique has to offer yet feeling the sense of sadness for those we left behind.
We arrived safely at the YWAM property in Nampula, the nearest city south of Pemba. All a little tired from the journey and the stress of the rapid departure, but yet we could sense a lightness we had not felt in Pemba for a while.
We are trying to get settled in for the time being. Trying to make ourselves at home while longing for the return to our homes in Pemba. Below is the view from our little apartment. It's peaceful and quiet, a great place to be still in the presence of the Lord.
The hope is that we will be able to return to Pemba on May 29, Lord willing.
Please be praying for those who are still in Pemba, pray that the Holy Spirit will continue to work in their hearts and that He would be protecting them.
It was surreal as we drove through the Mozambican landscape. We had packed up and left within two days, trying to say goodbye to those we could. It was strange packing for a month but knowing it could become more than a month depending on the situation. It felt like a joy ride, looking at the beauty Mozambique has to offer yet feeling the sense of sadness for those we left behind.
We arrived safely at the YWAM property in Nampula, the nearest city south of Pemba. All a little tired from the journey and the stress of the rapid departure, but yet we could sense a lightness we had not felt in Pemba for a while.
We are trying to get settled in for the time being. Trying to make ourselves at home while longing for the return to our homes in Pemba. Below is the view from our little apartment. It's peaceful and quiet, a great place to be still in the presence of the Lord.
The hope is that we will be able to return to Pemba on May 29, Lord willing.
Please be praying for those who are still in Pemba, pray that the Holy Spirit will continue to work in their hearts and that He would be protecting them.
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