Shine Emafini Shine!

Monday Morning Greeting!

As I got out of the taxi van this morning I was immediately drawn to the sound of singing.  I missed recording the first song, however the sight warmed my heart.  All the students were lined up according to their class and grade level.  The teachers lead this morning assembly.  Yes it was a bit chilly, but everyone gathered.  They said a beautiful greeting to us.  Since it rained last Monday and Friday when they had plans for the welcome, it was accomplished today.  

Shine Emafini, Shine!

After the Greeting a prayer and a hymn was shared.     Interesting though, not all students nor faculty are Christian, but yet it seems that every gathering at Emafini, including faculty meetings, consists of a prayer and a hymn.(beautiful harmony singing)  Afterwards, students were recognized for some great accomplishments.  First, a group of older students stepped forward and they were recognized for participating in the 5 K walk/run that was here in Summerstrand near where we are staying this past Saturday.  The next student  that was recognized was from third grade.  She was honored for being a strong student and asking her teacher to slow down the instruction so she could better understand.  

Afterwards, birthday greetings were sung by the entire student body and staff.  I did not hear whose birthday, however, I think if was for a couple of different people celebrating on the same day.  What a powerful morning assembly, what a powerful feeling of love and community.