German Chocolate Retreat in Nacala

Every year, all the AIM missionaries working in Northern Mozambique get together for the German Chocolate Retreat. Why is it called this? At the first meeting, some years ago, one of our German colleagues brought chocolate and it was unanimously agreed that German chocolate should be consumed every year. At that time, there was hardly any unmoldy chocolate to be found in northern Moz, so it was a super special treat. These days, we are more spoiled but still rarely enjoy that kind of quality chocolate, so it is appreciated by all.

This year, 31 adults and 8 children gathered in Nacala, on the coast, for a few days of fellowship and fun in November. No business meetings are allowed, and the only serious part of the retreat is spiritual encouragement and prayer. We enjoy our time with our colleagues so much, and it is great to hear how their ministries and personal lives are going, and what they have experienced during the year. Many people from other missions have told us how lucky we are that our leadership feels this time of fellowship is important, and we agree. It really helps to bond us together, and it is so necessary to have that family feeling when you are working in a place like Northern Mozmbique.

Here's a photo of the guys enjoying the water.



And some of the ladies chatting.





Here's the kids having sunday school with Miss Jennifer.


We enjoyed the time together so much, and thanks to our colleague Inge, who is on home assignment in Germany, for sending out the chocolate! - C