Thursday, February 12, 2009

City Team has arrived!

We are a bit tired but arrived safe and sound with all our luggage! All 19 bags. The City team checked into our hotel and then walked to a local office building for an orientation. We met a number of folks who live hear and some of them joined us for dinner in a local restaurant. A nice walk after dinner helped us stretch a bit and take in the neighborhood around our hotel.

We just finished up our day's debrief and now are headed to sleep! Tomorrow we spend time at a school and later hang out with a local youth group. The City team is beginning to soak it new surroundings, listening and learning. Thanks for your support.

26 comments:

Anonymous said...

Hello Everyone!
We're so glad that you all arrived safely. You're in our prayers! Amber, we love you and can't wait to hear all about what God is going to do through you this week!
Love,
Luke & Karissa

Queen - Ababa said...

Hey Questies! Glad to hear you guys have made it safely there! I am praying for you all! Can't wait to hear what God is going to use each one of you there for! May you be ready and willing for him to use you this coming week!

Anonymous said...

Relieved to hear you arrived safely. Have a good night sleep. Can't wait to hear how everything goes for you. Prayers for safety and God's blessings on all you do. We miss you already. :o)

Anonymous said...

Glad to hear you made it safe!! Justin take some good photos!! And post some soon!! Good luck guys!!

Anonymous said...

Hey Questies, It's great to hear that you have arrived safely! We're praying for you over here in Washington!

Allyson: I miss you A LOT! And just 13 more days until the Sox first Spring Training Game!!!

Ken Hall: I MISS YOU! Praying for you and your team in SA! I’m going to check in with Jen and Caleb this week!

Kelsea: I hope you have an awesome experience! Don't forget to journal! I'm sure you won't but I want to hear about it…SO exciting!! Praying for you girl!

Love & Blessings, Lauren

Anonymous said...

Congrats on surviving the plane ride! I hope y'all have fun and God works through ya!
-Ben

Anonymous said...

Hello Krissy & Team City. Glad you arrived safely with all your luggage. Praying that you will have many "God Sightings" and that He will continue to bless and guide you. Praying for you all.

Tim McD

Anonymous said...

Rob and Team, God bless. Glad you made it safely. You are in our prayers. We'll pray everyday for all the teams. We miss you.
Love,
Nina and Angel

Anonymous said...

Great to hear ya'll made it safe and sound! Hope you are all able to sleep well tonight! "Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen." Ephesians 3:20 You guys are proof of this! Wow! May His words be made real in you! Our prayers are with ya'll! Love In Christ!

Anonymous said...

Im glad everything went well with your flight and you've land in Africa!!! I wish ya'll good luck and God Bless!!!
Deva Eu Te Amo Meu Filho e Deus Tambem!!!

Sincerely,

Fernanda Torres

Anonymous said...

hay there guys, its kaysha!!, for those who don't know me, i'm tessa's sister. i am so happy to here that you made it there safe and sound. it sounds like ya'll are having a great time. i can't wait to here what God had shown you and how he is working through you. will heres a shot you to tess and david, i miss you and hope to here from you soon. i'm looking forward to stories. Miss you guys sooooo much!!! <3 (for david: ,3)

Anonymous said...

Hey Nic!! Greetings from your family in Arkansas! We hope you have an awesome trip and we know God has big plans for you!
We love you!

Anonymous said...

AC--Great to hear all the luggage arrived safely. Oh, and the people, too! Praying for God to work in and through all during your time there.
Kathy

Unknown said...

Hey Nic!
We are happy and relieved to hear you all made it safely. We are anxious to hear about the amazing plans God has in store for you and the team during this trip!

I know it won't be the same as texting but send us a post when you can. :o)

We are so proud of you!

Love and miss you,

Mom, Dad, and Jake

Anonymous said...

Hey Allyson, Andrew, and team! Glad to hear that you arrived safely! Looking forward to hearing about the amazing time you are going to spend in the city.
Send our love to everyone, especially to those who used to work with us!

Anonymous said...

Hey Kelsea and Nic,

Glad to hear you guys arrived safe and sound. I am praying for you and your team.

Nic- Quick update..Today was decade day at school...u know I played out the part..haha I think the Freshmans might take over the "whole" week...The Juniors are going down.. :) I'm so proud of you and remember....I LOVE YOU your a great friend :)

Lori said...

AC-Glad to hear that you arrived safely. You're in my prayers. Lori

Anonymous said...

Great to hear that you arrived safely and are getting acclamated to the area. We are prayng for you guys. Remember that God is with you and already working. Peace to the FBCM yutz!

Anonymous said...

Brittany,
glad to hear you made it safe, and hopefully you're not too tired from the plane ride! I'm proud of you, and I know the rest of your friends and family at home are too. I can't wait to hear about your adventures and all the amazing things you guys are going to see and learn about God!
Allyson, Rob, and the rest of you--I'm praying for you!

-Alyssa

Charley/Rose/Charlinho/Anthony said...

Hello Questies,

Glad everyone made safely. We’re all praying for all of you for safety and for God to use you for His Glory.
Andrew, we miss you very much and tell everyone we said hello.

Love you.

Mom and Dad.

Anonymous said...

KELSEA!!!!!!
Hope your time in the city has already been amazing! I see that you survived the flight. So quick update I showed Papa the velociraptor yesterday, cause he had not seen it yet and he died laughing. I did tell him however that I do it no justice compared to you. HAHA now everyone will want to know what the velociraptor is and now you have to show them! HAHAHA have fun with this one. Love you.

Emily

Anonymous said...

Nic,
Remember to journal and take plenty of pics. You will look back at them both for the reast of your life.
Be willing to pray in public, it will go a long way in building raport and trust. Follow cultural norms or they will dismiss the Word.
And focus your eyes on the risen Lord. The Messiah promised by Isaiah and hoped for by Abraham. My prayers are with you.
In the name of God the most merciful,
Paul

Anonymous said...

Hi Miss Brittany,I love this cmputer tech.and be able to hear from your team.Your mom and Deanna are in MD for a couple of days.Mr.D and I are thinking and praying for you and the city team daily! I am sure God has big things to show you! Love,The Durnings

Anonymous said...

Krissy Baby!! You & the Team made it! I'm so excited you'd think I was with you!! God bless you and your Team, sweetie. God is opening up amazing doors with you all! May at least one peson accept Jesus as their Savior as a result of this Team's efforts, love, and commitment. Be safe. Keep your eyes & ears opened for God's Voice! Love you bunches!! LuLu :)

Anonymous said...

Glad to hear that all is well. I know that you guys are doing awesome things for God. Know that we're proud of you all that all of you are in our prayers.

Anonymous said...

Andrew Faria: Hey buddy I hope you are enjoying your trip. I hope you have a Happy Birthday. I will see you soon.

Love always,

Your big brother