While Jim and I were teaching in the leadership conference, Mike and Dean were preparing a different kind of lesson. Mike has a composting business here in Oregon. And we felt this would be a valuable concept to share with our Indian friends. So he and Dean prepared a demonstration that would teach the concept of composting.
While we took a brief break from the leadership conference, we invited everyone to walk to the Bible College building, which was only a few blocks away.
Mike explained the concept of composting.
We felt that, given the agricultural context of these people, the practice of composting would give excellent benefits.
Mike was finally "in his element."
They had a lot of follow up questions, which we took to indicate that they were not just being polite, but that they truly saw value in what he shared.
Mike and Dean had constructed a small fence out of bamboo sticks. They asked the people to gather ingredients in the proper order. These were piled inside the fence.
At first, Dean just listened. But he increasinly added his own contributions.
They worked very well as a team on this project. We just hope that at least 1 or 2 of the people put this into practice. If 1 person tries it, others will see the benefit. Then it will spread naturally.
I enjoy getting close-up shots when the subjects don't know the camera is on them....
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2 comments:
Nice shots! The pictures that show them eating with their fingers/hands remind me of my own native land! bw
Wow... Composting for Jesus!!!... I don't mean that bad; it's good that they can share their talents as well.
Gale :)
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