St. Paul's University

Aaron in Eastleigh with Joseph Wandera and

Willem Jansen from St. Paul's University, Limuru

Earlier this week, we had the pleasure of introducing two faculty members of St. Paul's University to the Iftin Women's Empowerment Program and the ministry of the Eastleigh Community Centre. Joseph and Willem are both teachers in the Muslim and Christian Relations Department at this ecumenical University. Together, they are seeking ways to build a practical component into the theoretical course work of St. Paul's Islamic studies. Joseph has been working with local Muslim Imans in interfaith dialogue and with Willhem, they are hoping to establish a strong connection with the university and the Eastleigh community.

Erica with the students at the Eastleigh

Community Centre's Preschool Program

As part of our morning together, we took the guys through the rowdiest part of Eastleigh -- the community centre's kindergarten!

The preschool kids were especially full of energy...

...they all wanted a chance to play with Erica's golden hair. I'm sure some of the little boys took handfuls with them, but Erica didn't flinch. They giggled, petted & brushed her hair until the teacher called them back to class.

Please pray for Joseph and Willem as they discern how best to integrate their program into the Eastleigh community. May God honour their heart for the Muslim community, and their desire to build bridges of understanding.