08/09/2026
The school holiday has come to an end, and what a rich experience it was for some of our children.
Some were taken to their rural homes, that they might learn to appreciate the simple life, surrounded by nature.
Nature is one of God's greatest teachers. Through nature, one learns patience, just as a farmer plants his seed and patiently waits for it to grow into a fruitful plant. Nature also teaches diligence and hard work, for the farmer does not merely wait; he waters, weeds, and cultivates his crop.
In the rural areas, children also learn to be creative and resourceful. With no television or social media to distract them, the sweet music they hear is the chirping of birds. They visit the river, play with soil, and mould different artefacts with their hands. The mind is put to full and healthy use. They also learn compassion and responsibility as they help to care for goats, sheep, hens, and cattle.
True education is not only for the head, but also for the heart and the hands. As seen in the picture, even the simple duty of sweeping the yard with a traditional broom teaches orderliness, humility, and the dignity of labour.
This is the valuable experience that some of our children enjoyed over the holiday. And as they open schools today, we wish them a successful term ahead, and we say: _"May the Lord be a lamp unto thy feet, and a light unto thy path."_ - Psalm 119:105
