We began our nine months of service this
week by meeting sister Manal and the staff of Deir El Salib, then the sisters
of Deir El Kamar and, most importantly, the sick boys and girls of those homes.
It was incredibly touching to be with the boys and girls, who were so desperate
for our company. We are committed to helping them and stimulating them as much
as possible, so for example we are practising songs and planning weekend
entertainment for the boys and girls. We are building up a healthy relationship
with the Lebanese Youth of the Order of Malta, who will join us at occasional
weekends in Deir El Salib.
Besides service, we are busy in the flat
tidying, cooking and cleaning on a rota. We gather for meals and prayer at
regular intervals throughout the day. Most of us are tired from the heat of
late summer in Lebanon, which is a huge adjustment from Europe.
We have also begun Arabic lessons. It is very tough and none
of us is very good yet!
by Callum
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