Ride to Nadanur, Jawadhi hills and visit to NMSI mission fields

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A Scenic Ride to Nadanur: Faith, Friendship, and Off-Roading

Last Sunday, four of us – Binu, Boaz, Joseph, and myself – embarked on a thrilling motorcycle adventure to the NMSI mission field in Nadanur, nestled amidst the Jawadhi Hills. Laden with 100 sweet buns, we set off from Waves Vellore at 5:30 AM, eager to connect with the local community.

The ride itself was a scenic delight. We cruised along at a leisurely pace, enjoying the winding roads and breathtaking views as the sun painted the sky with hues of orange and pink. Reaching Nadanur at 8 AM, we were disappointed to find the church empty. With no cell service, we left a note and headed towards Jamaunamarathur for breakfast.

Luckily, we found a signal near Veerapanur and contacted Mr. Daniel, the NMSI missionary coordinator. He informed us that breakfast was ready and invited us back to Nadanur. Brother Vinoth Kumar, the local missionary, graciously hosted us and served us a delicious breakfast.

After breakfast, Joseph shared a powerful message at the church service, drawing inspiration from the biblical account of Jesus healing the man possessed by demons. We then distributed the sweet buns to the congregation, bringing smiles to their faces.

The highlight of the trip was undoubtedly our off-roading adventure to Ojilaru Falls. Accompanied by Brother Vinoth, Brother Mark, and some local church members, we navigated challenging terrain, crossing streams and trekking through steep ravines. The reward? A breathtaking view of the falls.

During our interactions with the locals, we learned about their critical needs: a full-time missionary and a nurse to provide medical assistance. We decided to present this proposal to our church, seeking support for this worthy cause.

After a hearty lunch of sambar, rasam, and beef curry prepared by Brother Vinoth, we began our return journey. We stopped for a refreshing tea break before reaching Viruthumpet around 6:30 PM.

This trip was more than just a motorcycle ride; it was an enriching experience filled with faith, friendship, and adventure. We returned home with grateful hearts, thankful for the opportunity to connect with the community in Nadanur and witness the beauty of the Jawadhi Hills.


























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