AFRICA FILM PROJECT; WHAT A MISSIONARY DOES IN AFRICA Reel 1 · Part 2

Description

Documentary: Depicts experiences of a new missionary as he gains self-confidence in his work in the Belgian Congo where the people are suspicious and only slowly accept the mission. Reel 1: Missionaries and Congolese greet the new missioner at Bolenge; he visits villages with experienced missionary, preaches, learns the local language, customs and to be a jack-of-all trades. Reel 2: He arrives for assignment at a village; the Congolese are initially suspicious but eventually learn to trust him as he teaches and gives them simple medical aid. Shows Congolese teachers at work. Reel 3: Illustrates missionary activities at Bolenge, including a hospital and clinic, spiritual services and African missionaries.

Collection

Harmon Foundation Collection

Series

Motion Picture Films on Community and Family Life, Education, Religious Beliefs, and the Art and Culture of Minority and Ethnic Groups