It was very, very cold this morning – cold enough that there was frost on the lawns which is unusual here. While it is true the Spirit did keep us warm on inside, sweaters, hats and gloves helped keep us warm on the outside! Only elder Turauskis thought the weather was pleasant – he wore a short sleeve shirt, no sweater or coat, no gloves, and no hat.   

   

It was another beautiful late fall/early winter Sabbath day in Ikageng. The only problem was that the school for some reason did not have any power. But Mary had thought ahead and one of her students brought their keyboard that runs on rechargeable batteries. Before the meeting started those who were already in the chapel started singing hymns – they were led by 9 year old Lorato Kujane – the young lady with the keyboard. It was wonderful to stand out side and greet the members as the arrived while hearing the beautiful singing of favorite hymns. What a great way to start a day of worship. President Ncapayi arrived with sister Brummer and two of his children who posed when they saw the camera.

    

Sister Thulo always has a smile on her face. Sisters Ratema and Kujane enjoy the sun between meetings.

They then see the camera and hug while a group of young women share their week. Sister Gruber talks to elder Wild who is from Manchester England and just came into the area on Tuesday.

Elder Barton and a recent convert brother Gomolemo are discussing missionary work. Brother Matlhare with his namesake. If only I had little Kgomotso’s energy! But then a little later he was peacefully sleeping in sister Kwaikwai’s arm – I wish I had taken a picture of that.

The YSA sisters are in one circle and in the background and in the picture on the right the YW are meeting. I just notice how many black and white dresses and skirts the women of all ages are wearing – it must have just felt like a black and white day!