WhatsApp weekly update 22–26 September 2025
- Let me start this update by sharing a “hunch” I had on Monday morning to write a note to the head of the UCT Music Department to share with her about the work we do. She responded well. By Friday, I met a wonderful UCT music student at the Kairos40 conference. He is busy with his PhD and very interested in the work we are doing.
- On Tuesday, Kevin Johansson came to visit us, to see and hear about our work and to share some thoughts. Our conversations will continue!
- On Wednesday we did the opening performance at the Tourism Office’s Heritage Day celebrations. After that, Avreq (from Stellenbosch University) took us for “brunch”. We often assume that everyone understands a certain word. Almost none of the young people knew the term “brunch” as none of them has English as a first language. The brunch at La Pentola was a wonderful festival, where we were thoroughly spoilt by the chef and his staff. The comments from the young people were heartwarming. Most of them had never been in a restaurant. One said: This was the best Heritage day ever!
- Once again, a big thank you to those who support our work. Special thanks to Patrick and Stephanie who have decided to give a monthly amount. Others who wish to follow this example are free to support our 10/10/10 campaign.
- Inathi Paliso did our the first “Volmoed youth drummers” Instagram post this week! Those of you on Instagram, please follow “Volmoed youth drummers” and/or simply like the post.
- Amy, a priest from Boston, is now actively planning a youth visit to us for July 2026. Her plan is to bring USA young people here in 2026 and plan for a visit to them for 2027.
Edwin Arrison
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