Sunday was a day of celebration more than usual. The church service was held at the training center and not the church building this week. This was to accommodate over 300 guests who came out to honor Chris and Rebecca’s wedding and to worship and fellowship as a church. It was spectacular! There was a lot of tribal dancing and singing. Many different tribes put their best foot forward in song and dance to honor the new union. About 10 different tribal peoples came together for this event; all of them Christian. The message was also very good from one of the church leaders who accompanied us up to his home village two weekends ago. Of course after church there was a lot of food and we all ate together. They actually slaughtered a pig and a cow the day before just for this occasion.
We also had a prayer for Chris and Rebecca. All the church pastors and the parents of the new couple laid hands on them while the rest of us stood and prayed together, out loud, in all our native languages for this marriage. 
Here is a picture of me with several of the Barefoot Doctors in their traditional costumes before church.
The Barefoot Drs gave a great singing performance in all their traditional costumes. They represent 7 different tribes this year from the farthest reaches of Burma. I hope you enjoy the pictures as much as I do. I will keep you updated as we go.
Sawadee Krup
Rick
I have been catching up on the blogs today. What a wonderful work is being accomplished at this year's BFD program! Many heartfelt congratulations from Christians in Elliot Lake to Chris and Rebecca. Please know that our hearts and prayers are with you all, especially with Beverley and the staff at FLC. Blessings, Chris Davies.
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