Sat., 28 March, Graduation. My turn to be sick. 1st time since divorce, >13yrs. On the verge of vomiting to boot. [clarification: If I had vomited, that would have been 1st time since divorce.] If you look at pics for this day, you will see that generally I don’t look too happy to be there. Fortunately, Jim was already scheduled to give main graduation message & he was over his symptoms although still tired. Again on leadership but this time from 2 Tim 2 & again good job. I gave “The Charge to the Graduates” from 2 Tim 3 – 4. Took a cue from Jim: On Fri as soon as he finished his session, he vacated room and lay down. Well, my participation in grad ceremony was not till late. So soon after start, I went to back room and lay down till during Jim’s message. This ceremony more special bec we had been teaching these young men all week. Felt more invested in them of course. Then afterward, they were the ones who served all those attending. They had formed quite an esprit de corps. Many pics all around. Jim & Dean more shopping after while Mike and I slept at Manoj house (checked out of hotel in a.m.). Evening drove to Samastipur—Manoj & Subodh’s parents live and pastor there. Arrived after dark. Dinner at parents’ home then “Hotel Sagar International.” By the time we experienced this hotel, we knew we had truly gotten away from the tourists’ beaten pathway. We were definitely away from where foreigners usually visit.
Not clear why they made me wear the red robe; but it was supposed to indicate the highest honor. :)
Did I mention I was sick?
Graduates stand to receive certificates (diplomas)
We gave each graduate a Hindi translation of "Haley's Bible Handbook." Did this in Jodhpur as well.
Even the overflow room was packed and people were standing in the hallways.
The "official" photo
Graduates served lunch to everyone after the ceremony.
DID I MENTION I WAS SICK?
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I thank God that inspite of the enemies' physical attack, you came to be the victor in Christ Jesus! Praise God! bw
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