Menna Yohannes – For one, I really like LaMar’s messages at night. He’s just really good at showing us and explaining truths in the Bible. I like helping the kids, too—they get really excited and seem very happy for us to be there.

Arin Wilgus –When I first heard people talking at the airport, it seemed very difficult, but I’ve been impressed by how much I’ve been able to overcome the language barrier. Also, even though it is a different culture here, we have learned about how we need to focus on relationships, and that is what they do here. They just accept us and welcome us.

Nathan Tighe – The mountains and views here are impressive. Most of the people are nice, and dogs are everywhere. Lots of the buildings are partially open—you live outside more. I like the plants and the palms. I like the food, but it’s been mean to me. 

Joanna and LaMar Salley, our hosts, with their daughter Alexa
(not pictured--sons  Matthew and Kevin)

I’ve learned a lot through LaMar’s teaching—like what a real son/daughter of Christ is—or what a real disciple of Christ is.

I think it’s very hard to communicate with people. It’s fascinating to think that these people who seem so similar live in a completely different language.