Brief update - likely our last here in Malawi

This will be a brief update - see the long detailed book written just below this one. We have been very blessed during these last few days - blessed with energy to meet the daily tasks, blessed with excellent opportunities to seal in some truths that we have been teaching for our entire time here. Wanda had an excellent time with the ladies in the Ndirende ladies' Bible study today. There were 21 ladies there, with Elton translating. The Bible study was good, followed by good discussions regarding how the Acts 3 Malawi ladies would like to be handled in the future. The Acts 3 Board will need to discuss some strategies for helping these ladies to help themselves while maintaining fiscal responsibility. Frank Maini, Elton, and I went to the Chichiri prison to preach today, and it was an amazing time. The men were very receptive to Frank's message, and we had a good time with the men there. We must strongly consider maintaining a regular presence there, and perhaps even have the ladies teach there as well on the female side of the prison. We are heavily involved in final details, pre-buying cement and leaving appropriate amounts of money in accounts for brick and gravel needs. There are so many loose ends to tie up before leaving. Pray for wisdom for us as we tackle our schedule tomorrow. The pastors are meeting at the hotel at 8:15 AM to receive final tasks, but I have a teaching to give as well, I'm hoping it doesn't get lost in the details of preparation. We will be speaking of medical issues, balancing books and giving final warnings. We are going to miss these men and women, and they us. Love you all - see you soon. Rick & Wanda