SHAKALAND ZULU EXPERIENCE

Marilyn and I elected to travel about two hours north for a tour of Shakaland, a traditional Zulu “Umuzi” or homestead situated in the Nkwalina Valley.  We learned of Shaka, King of the Zulu’s, saw tribal dancing and learned of their family life.  In the picture you see me with four unmarried virgins.  For 11 cows each of could have had all four, but Marilyn was with me and I was also out of cows!  Also pictured with Zulu chief.

Friday night was a full concert and presentation about the growth of Africa University which was delightful!  We look forward to seeing many of the people we met when we visit the University next week and have as our hosts, Rev. Shirley and Ted DeWolf.  We look forward to seeing them again, having first met them in December of 2009 when I did Maria’s wedding in Omaha.

Saturday began with worship and an excellent Bible study and I also attended Bishop Schnase’s workshop of Five Practices of Fruitful Congregations, a model emphasized by the Nebraska Conference and practiced at our Church, St. Andrew’s United Methodist in Omaha.

Marilyn did a tour of Durban and you can see her pictures on Facebook.

Joe