Tok Tok - funeral delays opening of new station
UCB Pacific Partners 08 May 2008 |
Greetings!
Sadly, the death of a prominent leader
has meant "The Change 104.1FM" didn't come to air as planned.
While
different in each Island culture, there is always a very public show of
mourning when a family member dies. If a national church or cultural
leader dies, the mourning becomes a national event. In aural cultures,
history is marked by the passing of national figures so their death is
a time public sorrow and respect. Stories are told.
In some
countries, songs and dances are developed to pass the stories down the
generations. In other countries, people are expected to wear only black
clothing and old mats to show humility and respect. And there are
special church services and memorial events. Public mourning for an important person can sometimes last for months.
So
Steve Clarke (Field coordinators for Missionary Ventures) and the staff
in Majuro wisely decided a public opening and celebration for the new
station would be inappropriate. I'll let you know when the station
starts broadcasting.
[ read more about the new station ]
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