Two new "nongs" (left), one "P" (dark shirt), and one in middle--"P" to the "nongs" and "nong" to the "P" (right). Have I confused you yet? :)
Part of Thai culture is to know how old everyone is or at least how they compare to your age, older ("P") or younger ("nong"). While this can present challenges, it also provides opportunity to see growth in leadership and influence. Over the past few months, 4 new girls have moved into our community. This has given the girls who used to be the "nongs" the chance to step up and be a "P" to the new girls.
Yesterday one of the new girls ran out of the common area with her bible (that she bought last week!) and a new dorm friend. Smiles proceeded them and giggling trailed after their scampering. About an hour and a half later they ran back through the room. I asked what they had been up to. The new "nong" responded, "We were in the prayer room. We did everything like we do at church, singing, praying, reading, sharing. It was fun!"
In the States, we call that discipleship. These girls know it as friendship. Whatever you call it, it's a beautiful relationship.
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