It has been an excellent couple of weeks here in southern Siberia, despite some tense moments! We were both walking to church the Sunday before last when I (David) walked across the street when the "don't walk" signal was flashing. I ended up being escorted into the back of a police car for a few minutes. After calling the language teacher on my cell phone, she was able to explain to the police officer that I am new in the country and he let me off with just a warning!!! I imagine this could have been much worse if I had gotten one of the not-so-good cops, but all in all, it was a good chance to practice my Russian phrases under pressure!
Other than that, we have been out and about trying to talk with people and slowly improve our Russian. Today, we went to lunch before our language lesson at the one Mexican food restaurant in Novosibirsk. Chara got chicken fajitas and I got a burrito. We actually set our expectations pretty low (since Russians really aren't into spicy foods), but we were pleasantly surprised as it actually tasted pretty much like Mexican food!
Keep praying as we are beginning to meet people in our ESL class at Akadem (about 20 miles south of the city proper). Pray specifically for (initials only) P and D as they both appear to be seeking the Lord. Also, Chara and I are looking at possibly being the only current teachers in the ESL program for this fall, so please pray that the Lord will give us wisdom as to how to continue and grow the program as a way to share the Gospel!
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