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Shhhhhhhhhh I have a secret

Vusi putting the covers back on
I want to tell you a secret. There are some people who believe the hub of Mercy Air is focused on fixed wing planes and helicopters. Well its not true but don’t tell them! The real hub of Mercy Air in terms of machinery is our John Deere 2130 1976 Tractor, yes its true well that is my humble opinion.
Vusi whistling to Tracy Chapman 


It is the machinery that my team of four use to make to farm work, to clean, tidy and tow. It the vehicle that helps keep the farm looking beautiful for a guests, who tell us the place is looking great( well done team) it is the tractor that keeps the runway fit for propose, when the rain comes it is used to cut the runway every week.
So for the past two week I have been servicing our John Deere. As I have been doing just that I have been showing Vusi what to. Vusi is one of the team I work with on the farm and has shown a keenness to learn more skills. Vusi has been my apprentice as I was an apprentice to other people. I think of people like Mike O’Connor who was patient and showed me what I need to do to be a better mechanic.

Success it runs 


Being a disciple of Christ is like being an apprentice. As I was reminded recently by someone, I taught to be a Reader in the Church of England the model I used was, Watch, Learn and Do. It could also be, come and follow, watch and learn then put it into practice. It’s a kingdom model of life however you look at it. It is what Jesus did with those who responded to his call and still does.

During the time on this journey I spend with my collegs here in Africa I want people like Vusi to better equipped. I think I am the nearest he will get to a college (pray for him). As we share together he will see both of my good points and all my rough edges.

Now to check oil levels and for leaks 


So for me the tractor becomes like The Well in John 4. It is a place to meet, to value the other person, to listen, to share, and for oneself to grow. For growth is never a one-way street. 
What is your tractor? How are you sharing your gifts? Who are you valuing? 
So the secret is out our John Deere 2130 is the center of Mercy Air mission, please don’t tell the others I don’t want to disappoint them.  if you would like to spend time with me and my team in the newly developing workshop then contact me.

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