The gathering room is small, but comfortable. There are many seats for people to rest in. They are made of straw and covered with homespun blankets. There is a small table.
Gathering room, Inside Cottage
the family
clergyman
I am the clergyman chosen by the king. I am expected to keep the church clean. I sometimes dream of sailing to a new land.
Wash now, dear family, and let us thank our Lord for this fine meal before us. I am so ever thankful for this meal and my family of course. Let each one recount a gift from  I have so many gifts. I could not count them all. My parents, brothers and sister. Yes,  I have come today to see if you could tell me more about what is written in that book of the word. To be thankful for so many blessings, count each day a gift.  See how we have been blessed with a warm home.  Now you children need to help me clean the church. Of course. Should I start with shaking out this blanket? yes, that is helpful!  You are all dear to me and I must remember to be thankful every day.  Who can use my broom to sweep the floor? My brother will use the broom. I will now start dusting your religious text if I may? God's word to precious and useful to us in every situation!  At times my heart yearns to travel but there is really no place better than here! I will dust it and take care of it. Then will you tell us his great words?