Our group headed to the Marchmont Care Home this morning. The facility is a picture of affluence and class, previously owned by a rich shipbuilder. But more than the beauty and elegance of the surroundings, what caught our attention was the warmth of the staff and the sight of 15 to 20 elderly people gathered together with excitement and anticipation in their eyes.
The residents of the home have different physical conditions, some more aware, some not, others were verbally expressive and some were just quietly observing. The program started with an introduction of the team from our team leader. We sang praise songs and shared some testimonies to encourage and uplift their spirit. The residents got excited and joined us with singing and clapping of hands.
As we concluded the program, our team leader shared the Gospel and as she ended we heard a beautiful elderly voice singing an old hymm. Searching around we saw a petite, well-dressed lady with teary eyes sitting against the wall, singing on the top of her voice. The group started singing the praise song with her and tears were flowing in our eyes. The room was filled with the presence of God. The lady came to hug our team leader.
After that sweet fellowship, we heard that she is 92-years old and was a missionary to Jerusalem for almost 40 years. She was thankful for this moment because it was a precious day of remembrance for her, of God’s faithfulness and unwavering love for her in this late season of her life. It was truly a time of refreshing.
