Connie's SRI Story

Connie* (name changed) was one of the early RI instructors with CCES.

Connie was asked to ‘fill in’ for an SRI role, performed by a relative who relinquished the position due to the arrival of her new baby. Of course, Connie stayed on in the same role – the years clicked by - and that baby is now 65 plus years old! When Connie retired as an SRI instructor, some of the grandchildren of her original students were in her class!

A highlight for Connie with her SRI contribution was partaking in craft activities. She said the children loved expressing creativity and understood key messages and narratives better through making art. To this end, Connie said at home she was always collecting and holding on to old plastic containers, newspapers and jars, which could be used to spur on children’s imagination and participation in her classes.

The former instructor remembers beautifully designed animals by the children to express a story of creation or Noah’s ark. Connie said she just could not help herself from serving and committing. She points out that this is because of her given name of ‘Constance’, which means constant. It is important for her to persevere and keep going strong when she commits to all tasks and commitments in life.

Maybe you know such a stalwart? Why not get in touch with them to see if you may share their story as well?