Monday, April 9, 2007

Easter Sunday in Guangzhou


H A P P Y * E A S T E R!!



This morning we went to the Christian church here in Guangzhou, just about a block from the White Swan Hotel.

What an incredible experience to worship with fellow Chinese Christians. Some of the service was in English and we knew many of the songs. The children's choir sang and the young people led the worship. The pastor's message was good, too. Mei Lin slept through most of it, but we left a little early because the service was two hours long and that was just a little too long for Miyah to sit quietly.

The church was packed and as we were leaving we realized that there were dozens and dozens of people listening from outside.

The rest of the day we relaxed around the island. Guangzhou is so much like home. They even have a Starbucks here! All the salespeople at the little shops say, "Hi, Pat and Cindy! How are you?" as we walk by...they're good at making a sale!

3 comments:

Anne said...

Happy Easter to you all! We have been so enjoying the site and Elizabeth has really enjoyed seeing you all each day. We miss you and look forward to your arrival home with Mei Lin! Love to you all,
Anne, Don, and Elizabeth xxxooo

Anne said...

Happy Easter to you all! We have been so enjoying the site and Elizabeth has really enjoyed seeing you all each day. We miss you and look forward to your arrival home with Mei Lin! Love to you all,
Anne, Don, and Elizabeth xxxooo

Kris - said...

Hi Pat and Cindy. It is great to see your photos in a familiar place! Have you met Don yet at one of the shops? I can't remember which one but Ed would, however, he is sleeping. He always spoke to us every day along with others too. Have you guys found Coffee Blenz Cafe? It is cool and good coffee too. It is across from the long street park where everyone is hanging out early in the mornings dancing and playing badmitton. You pass it on the way to medical exam if you have to do that there. Miss you guys and anxiously waiting your return to the circle! love, Kris (and rest of the gang)