What can I say that the pictures don't already show? (and there are plenty of pictures!)
Our schedule was the same today as the day before. There were more kids that showed up at the Nicaraguan church today and the joy on their faces when we arrived was humbling. The children at the church are very attached. We are glad to be of service at the church, but I think we'll leave a large chunk of our hearts behind.
Our schedule was the same today as the day before. There were more kids that showed up at the Nicaraguan church today and the joy on their faces when we arrived was humbling. The children at the church are very attached. We are glad to be of service at the church, but I think we'll leave a large chunk of our hearts behind.
(More details below pictures)
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| Pepper Pilliod as 'Goliath' in David & Goliath |
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Juan Pablo gave his
testimony for the youth night. It was powerful and he was very transparent
about what the Lord has done in his life.
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| Group prayer |
The team was very worn
out by the end of the day, but their stamina to push through to the end
was outstanding! There are not enough positive affirmatives to give to
our team. Their hearts are wide open and raw and their love and
playfulness is exactly what is needed for these children. These people
need love!
It was an extremely tough day that had physically and emotionally drained most of the team. At our closing team meeting, before bed, many people shared their heart's troubles at seeing how little we have to offer. Many of the young children and teenagers have had very hard lives; lives that our team members couldn't even imagine. Many of them are so shockingly upfront that it is easy to feel inadequate and at a loss as to how to relate in any way possible. I think, for many in the team, they are realizing just how much God's love for them is unwarranted. How amazing is it to be broken by God to then be used as disciples for Him!
Pray for the team's ability to let God break them. Pray that their stamina continues through the rest of this tough week.
Also, the water situation (showers, sinks, toilets) is off and on. By the end of the day we are sandy, stinky and just plain gross. We need some running (or, dripping) water.
We are incredibly grateful for your prayers! We know that you are a HUGE part of what the Lord is doing. Big hugs and lots of love from all of us to you!
It was an extremely tough day that had physically and emotionally drained most of the team. At our closing team meeting, before bed, many people shared their heart's troubles at seeing how little we have to offer. Many of the young children and teenagers have had very hard lives; lives that our team members couldn't even imagine. Many of them are so shockingly upfront that it is easy to feel inadequate and at a loss as to how to relate in any way possible. I think, for many in the team, they are realizing just how much God's love for them is unwarranted. How amazing is it to be broken by God to then be used as disciples for Him!
Pray for the team's ability to let God break them. Pray that their stamina continues through the rest of this tough week.
Also, the water situation (showers, sinks, toilets) is off and on. By the end of the day we are sandy, stinky and just plain gross. We need some running (or, dripping) water.
We are incredibly grateful for your prayers! We know that you are a HUGE part of what the Lord is doing. Big hugs and lots of love from all of us to you!
Quote of the Day: "I saw his under-panties!"-Trinity Louderback
Picture of the Day:
Wow There's no words...God is GREAT. And you guys are doing a wonderful job. God bless your hearts.
ReplyDeleteAwesome!!! Nuff said...
ReplyDeleteTell the team I said hi. Praying for you guys and wishing I was there!
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Thanks again Cheryl...
ReplyDeleteYou are on our heart and in our prayers...
Hugs and kisses for everybody... specially Bella .
Blessings
Marissa Isabel
Verse of the day: "Therefore, my dear brothers, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain." (1 Corinthians 15:58)
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