Congo Thank You

Your book was very moving. My father died when I was 12. Though our family experiences are
very different, the emotions of growing up and figuring out who we are were common.
I took your book with me on a trip to the Congo and as I read the last third of there, often had
tears in my eyes.
I found Dapala, still alive through all the wars. I gave your book to him even though he won’t
be able to read the English. I sent you a video of him for your records.
As I told parts of your story in Gemena and in sermons I preached while there, many times
there was shared with me a thankfulness and pride on the part of the Congolese people that
they had had a part in sharing God’s grace with you.
Lots of times the Congo Christians feel they are only on the receiving end when relating to
Americans They often don’t understand or sense how greatly we are affected by their faith, joy
and wisdom.
Kimia mpe bolingo na Nzombe ezala na yo.
(Peace and love of God be with you)
Keith G