Today was rather bittersweet because we went back to where we started our week’s work and had to say good-bye to the wonderful people we met throughout the week. The cardboard and tarp tents are a sharp contrast with the beautiful mountains and ocean surrounding them. 
Phyllis was able to reconnect with a family that had touched her heart the first time we were there. They took her into their home and she was surrounded by these beautiful little children, all who had severe sight issues. Noreen and Gail were able to treat the youngest two children (of 8) of a woman whose husband died in the earthquake. 
They had been sick for 8 days and they were very weak. It was so heartbreaking to see because they were sleeping in a tent with a net over them that was covered with flies. We gave them the meds they needed and the mother was most appreciative. We were also able to leave shoes and clothes for several of her children and others nearby.
Sue and Noreen were amazed by the creativity of the children who took them over to their small tent and showed them how to make a kite out of whatever they could find on the ground. It was absolutely the best kite we had ever flown and very well engineered. Despite how little they have, two of the children wanted to share their cookies with us and another family went out of their way to make sure Susan, Gail, and Phyllis were comfortable by proving shade and even pulling out cardboard for us to sit on rather than the dirt.
We closed the day with our 3 translators and a young lady, Theyana, from one of the other tent camps. It’s hard to say good-bye, not knowing when we will see them again. The week we’ve shared together has created a bond with them and within our team that we’ll hold in our hearts always. A special thanks to Brian and Waheed for hosting us and to Dave for being a great team leader, although we are not sure how we survived the wild commutes each day.
Thanks to all the prayer warriors and all of those who have supported the team financially. We have felt the prayers and it has helped us do God’s work and we continue to pray that we have left some of those we’ve touched with some help and hope.
Psalm 5:11 – Let all who take refuge in you be glad. Let them ever sing for joy. Spread your protection over them that those who love your name may rejoice in you, for surely Oh Lord you bless the righteous. You surround them with your favor as with a shield.
God Bless!
Phyllis was able to reconnect with a family that had touched her heart the first time we were there. They took her into their home and she was surrounded by these beautiful little children, all who had severe sight issues. Noreen and Gail were able to treat the youngest two children (of 8) of a woman whose husband died in the earthquake. They had been sick for 8 days and they were very weak. It was so heartbreaking to see because they were sleeping in a tent with a net over them that was covered with flies. We gave them the meds they needed and the mother was most appreciative. We were also able to leave shoes and clothes for several of her children and others nearby.Sue and Noreen were amazed by the creativity of the children who took them over to their small tent and showed them how to make a kite out of whatever they could find on the ground. It was absolutely the best kite we had ever flown and very well engineered. Despite how little they have, two of the children wanted to share their cookies with us and another family went out of their way to make sure Susan, Gail, and Phyllis were comfortable by proving shade and even pulling out cardboard for us to sit on rather than the dirt.
We closed the day with our 3 translators and a young lady, Theyana, from one of the other tent camps. It’s hard to say good-bye, not knowing when we will see them again. The week we’ve shared together has created a bond with them and within our team that we’ll hold in our hearts always. A special thanks to Brian and Waheed for hosting us and to Dave for being a great team leader, although we are not sure how we survived the wild commutes each day.
Thanks to all the prayer warriors and all of those who have supported the team financially. We have felt the prayers and it has helped us do God’s work and we continue to pray that we have left some of those we’ve touched with some help and hope.
Psalm 5:11 – Let all who take refuge in you be glad. Let them ever sing for joy. Spread your protection over them that those who love your name may rejoice in you, for surely Oh Lord you bless the righteous. You surround them with your favor as with a shield.
God Bless!
Team 5
Thanks you guys you are awesome.
ReplyDeleteLove you all and hope to see you again in Omaha.
Ken
FOr all those you have touched and blessed, Thank You. It helps to see the pictures and reminds us to pray for these dear people and their needs.
ReplyDeleteThank you again.
Jonie Smith
Tears of sadness. Tears of Joy. Waiting for your safe return and thanking each one of you for your committment and sharing. Joyce
ReplyDeletePray continually , because it can open any doors.And do not get discourage to carry on the work , Hard work is the doorway to success
ReplyDeleteMoise Reynold
ReplyDeletePray continually , because it can open any doors.And do not get discourage to carry on the hard work , Hard work is the doorway to success.
ReplyDeleteReynold Moise