Some of these customs took a little getting used to. One goal of the Jordans and New Tribes Mission is to teach natives the biblical pattern of love, respect and family life. Although there is much fighting within tribes, in some ways, the Wuzarambyans are very social. They can sit with each other for hours, mutually picking lice. But social and private activity is strictly divided into male dominance and female submission.
Men eat on an elevated floor section of their woven bamboo homes, apart from wives and children.
Young boys are never raised by their parents. Even in the new 24-foot square church, men sit on one side, along with their dog, pigs and chickens. We help the people with their illnesses and pain, even as Christ did in his earthly ministry. Unfortunately, many have scars from accidents with fires, especially the children. Another mission goal is to build individual relationships and eventually share the gospel of salvation.