One of the things I didn't expect was the difference in the length of the days. Dawn comes later and evening comes earlier; with twilight shorter. Our time here is growing shorter, as well. This evening we've been invited to the Christian Media Centre for a dedication and celebration of the renovation of the studios. As prayers of thanksgiving are lifted up, we also know that with project completion comes trip completion.

This morning the team stopped by the CMC before our touring, to check on overnight progress. The new ceramic tile was installed in one of the two entry areas; but no carpet was down and no roofing materials or workers were on site. Oh, how I long to see the roof repaired... who am I kidding; I'd just like to see it started!

There is no 5 day 40 hour workweek for laborers here; Saturday is a workday. They call Sunday a "holiday", but not in our sense of a Holy Day. However, last Sunday our Hindu contractor and his men did cut the hole through the masonry wall into the studio. Maybe the roofing fairies will come this Sunday, so we can witness the resolution of the major leak issues.

The staff will be wrapping up the remaining renovation of the interior of the studio building after we leave. Still to be done will be the renovation of the main office building, and cleaning and painting of the exterior. The staff of the Christian Media Centre know they have partners in their ministry; those of us who have come, and those who have sent. They know we will be back, and take strength in that. Want to hear more? Make plans to see Reverend David and his wife Jothi in July while they visit the CNH District. Now is your opportunity to sign on and be a part of the Lutheran Hour Ministries CNH District India Mission Trip 2009!