We have been in Mexico for two years now, and have finally deepened our relationships sufficiently to be included in the intimate and special life events of people we know.
For example, a few weeks ago our oldest was the official escort of a “quincenera”, meaning that he had to dress up in a suit and be her date for the night. His suit had to match her dress, he had to lead her around by the arm and greet her guests, and they had to sit at the head table together. The girl is the oldest girl from the ministry’s orphanage/foster home. It was a blessing to be asked.
This summer several of our students are getting married. To
be asked to help with something in the wedding is a place of honor. I (Jan) was
asked to be the sponsor of a bouquet for one of my girls. This means choosing
the bouquet, purchasing it, and presenting it to her in a ceremony. We are also
going to be the sponsors of wedding rings for another couple. We will not be at
their wedding, but send someone in our place to present the couple with their
rings in the ceremony and speak about the importance of their rings.
This week, Greg was asked to accompany a guy to visit his girlfriend’s parents. Greg thought maybe it was just to chaperone. We learned, though, that what really is going to happen is the guy is going to ask her parents for her hand in marriage. Usually the father accompanies the guy, but in this case his father was murdered years ago. The fact that he asked Greg is a HUGE honor. So, he is setting up the official meeting where he will ask for her hand and they will make a verbal agreement with Greg as the witness. It should be very special.
The precious fruit of love. Hallelujah and bless God for His hand upon your work!
Posted by: ded | 2008.05.25 at 05:46 AM