We reached Edinburgh in the morning ,a beautiful architectural marvel .Mrs and Dr Macdonald hosted us with such warmth.For me it was a lesson in humility to see the resilence of the stalwarts.Dr Macdonald's humility,warmth ,sharp mind and extensive encyclopedic memory,Joan's efficiency,perkiness,ability to embrace,beautifully traditional home-cooked meal both Indian and Scottish ,and seeing an evidence of fruitfullness in their old age.
Dr Ann Urquat came to see me from Dundee.She is a marvel.She is a tiny fire-brand for the Lord.I was deeply touched to hear just how matter of factedly she explained why she decided to settle in Dundee.She had been requested to do so for ministry purpose.
She also gave me a packet of letters to deliver once I get back to India,impressive in it's earthy connectedness to her place of mission.
I had the privellage to meet up with Kathleen Mackenjee and her husband for lunch just talking about Lakhnadon.
Two youths from the church were kind enough to take Annie sight-seeing.
We also could meet up for bible studies one evening with a lively multi-cultural group.The discussion was on Collosians 2 vs 6-10.
Dr Macdonald interviewed me and then we had some informal question and answer sessions.
It was a wonderful time for me talking and catching up with Dr Macdonald,just spending time with Joan ,learning about recipes and life in general.
Even as I leave Edinburgh,I take back with me a certain nostalgia for people and a place I have never seen before,a fragrant aroma of Christ, a living embodiment of Hebrews 12:1.
Thank God for such a privellage.
Joan's handiwork of love....Triffle -Part of the traditional scottish meal that was eaten as the Lord's supper.
Dr Ann Urquat came to see me from Dundee.She is a marvel.She is a tiny fire-brand for the Lord.I was deeply touched to hear just how matter of factedly she explained why she decided to settle in Dundee.She had been requested to do so for ministry purpose.
She also gave me a packet of letters to deliver once I get back to India,impressive in it's earthy connectedness to her place of mission.
I had the privellage to meet up with Kathleen Mackenjee and her husband for lunch just talking about Lakhnadon.
Two youths from the church were kind enough to take Annie sight-seeing.
We also could meet up for bible studies one evening with a lively multi-cultural group.The discussion was on Collosians 2 vs 6-10.
Dr Macdonald interviewed me and then we had some informal question and answer sessions.
It was a wonderful time for me talking and catching up with Dr Macdonald,just spending time with Joan ,learning about recipes and life in general.
Even as I leave Edinburgh,I take back with me a certain nostalgia for people and a place I have never seen before,a fragrant aroma of Christ, a living embodiment of Hebrews 12:1.
Thank God for such a privellage.
Joan's handiwork of love....Triffle -Part of the traditional scottish meal that was eaten as the Lord's supper.
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