I'm home!

"I'm home" was the thought I had as we were about to land in Addis Ababa last night. It brought such joy to my heart knowing that this is where God is calling me for this season, that it melted away the sadness of leaving my family and friends on the other side of the world.

God has already answered so many prayers. Today was such an amazing day, it's hard to believe I'm actually here! I was picked up for church by Samuel & his wife Yodit. They are such wonderful friends! They took me in and totally blessed me today. We went out for lunch after church & afterward spent time at their home- they didn't want me to be alone today. They prepared a room for me to rest and rest I did- I took 2 naps! They were wonderful. Afterwards we had traditional Ethiopian coffee and visited.

I experienced the Ethiopian tradition surrounding funerals this evening. A friend of theirs lost their mother yesterday. In Ethiopia, the person is buried the same day or the next day. 7-10 days are spent in mourning. We gathered at their home where there was a tent set up outside & many benches and chairs. People were gathered conversing with each other and the family.

I am already learning so much, I don't know if I can retain it all! Thank you for being a part of this journey with me.

Please feel free to email me at: jillian597@yahoo.com or I can receive mail at:

BWTC- Jill Osterdyk

PO Box 2323

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Blessings to you on the other side of the world from Ethiopia!

PS- The photo is my view of the Alps! Breathtaking!