Jon McClarnon

Super long day today.
We were invited to participate in a joint church service where several different communities came together. This was unheard of a few years ago as the Marakwet and Pikot tribes had been in a 10 year war…now they are worshiping together.

I was amazed in many ways not the least their dedication to get there. Many of the people walked 3 + hours to the service. It was a humbling experience to be the guest speaker for the morning. The service lasted 2 hours but didn’t seem to be that long.

These are some of the most gracious and welcoming people I’ve ever met. As part of the closing, the pastors and leaders walk outside and form a handshake line. Then one by one, every person files by and gives a greeting and the line continues all the way around until everyone has come through.

Then we started into the 6+ hour trek back up to the highlands. We had dinner with a local pastor in his home and I was served the largest meal in a bowl ever!

All in all a great day but very tiring. Can not seem to get enough water here to stay hydrated. Combined with the drought in the valley and the enormous need for clean water I better understand that water IS life.

While I will see Monday come before you, you’ll know who is playing in the Super Bowl before me. Off to bed…tired…