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Thursday, 12 June 2008 |
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 Doulos crew, used to warmer climates, shivered despite coats and scarves as they arrived in Auckland, the ‘City of Sails’. Tugs waiting to guide Doulos into harbour turned tight circles in welcome. After the gangway was lowered, the Tamaki High School singing group Kapa Haka sang and danced in the traditional style of the native Maori people. One student, dressed as a warrior, danced a challenge to Captain Ashley McDonald (Australia). As he stared into the Captain’s eyes, he lowered a cluster of red feathers to the ground. The Captain stooped to accept the offering and the symbolic peace accord was complete. After speaking to the gathered crowd, Captain McDonald greeted each student according to their tradition ‘hongi’ – pressing noses together!
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Wednesday, 11 June 2008 |
 A team of five crewmembers set out to visit “The Happy Home”, a local orphanage whose staff seek to honour God in how they care for the youngsters. The boys played many lively games with the team and were delighted by comical dramas. They found it just as exciting to hear more about Doulos too. “They were very eager [to know more] about the ship, they asked lots of questions!” said Simon Tammen (Germany). The team shared simple testimonies reflecting God’s goodness and their dependence on Him, before the whole group headed outside to end the day with a long game of volleyball. Several days later, the boys were able to satisfy their curiosity as they visited Doulos and the crewmembers who had become their friends! |
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Monday, 02 June 2008 |
Tour bookings for Brisbane are now open - please call 0415 260 607 |
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