Hello to everyone. We started out again with rain, but we have grown acustom to it and just went on. Then this afternoon the sun, while hidden behind clouds did bring bits of blue in the sky. But to round out the day we had snow on the walk home tonight! Pretty cool!
Today the group crossed the river again and worked at a refuge center. We assisted the children doing a craft and then time in a circle for songs and focusing on the day's letter: Q! How appropritate! Some held the babies while mothers were seen by a medical team or visited with other women. The room was filled with energy and conversations. At noon we all shared a meal.
After the morning session ended the group assisted with a new effort to help refuge children who are not allowed to attend school engage in some type of tutoring experience. Our group worked through packets to assist in assessing where each child is in math, reading and other basic knowlege skills.
This is weekly outreach touches a number of women and children from all over the world. When a group like ours is able to step in, it expands the 1:1 contact. Our team enjoyed the interaction and opportunity to share.
We visited another really, really, really old site after the Center, let's just say the year it was built only has three numbers instead of four! We told you it was old! Then we walked through a large indoor shopping area thinking about what items we would like to bring home. Everyone wanted our business!
Tonight we ate at a fun restaurant and then back to a shop near our hotel for tea and cake. We celebrated Andrew's birthday. The waiter finally realized what we were celebrating, stopped the singing and took the cake back and returned with a candle and sparkler! This was our second time in this shop, we hope to return at least one more time. Our goal is to be a light to those who serve us. As we started into the shop tonight the waiter recognized the group and flashed a huge smile!
The group has adapted incredibly well to moving around the City. Some parents would be shocked at how well their students know where to go and what to do! Many compliments from our friends here about the nature of the group.
We appreciate your continued support! We hope you enjoy the photos.
16 comments:
Hi All, it was soooo good to see you all in the picture. Kel your smile lit up my evening. We're praying for all of you blessings and all our love. 143 Mom
Sounds like God knows no barriers, you are all shinning lights in a Christ-less area. Being servants as Christ was is an awesomw way to show the world His love.
Hei Andrew,I'am here to tell you that today is your birthday but I was the one who got the present.You are a present from God to me and dad,I love you honey and miss you a lot.Happy birhday!!!!
Krissy, Glad to finally make contact. We've had some Internet problems. You look well, judging from the photo. Sounds like they've been keeping you busy. Hope you are learning and growing. We have been and will continue to pray for you and all the team!
Love, Carolyn
great picture and nice to see you smiling Krissy, Ill keep praying for you and the team. Miss you
love
Dad
Hi Tessa and David!
Looks like you guys are having an awesome trip that I can't wait to hear all about! I know that God is using you guys in amazing ways and he will continue to throughout the rest of this week and for the rest of your lives! I can't wait to see you guys. Praying for you!
Love
Becca
Happy bday, Andrew!!!
Great pictures! It's nice to see you all again. :o) What a blessing you were at the refugee place. I hope God blesses all you did. Happy Birthday Andrew! It's surely one you will never forget.
Heeey Andrew, my old friend.. Rap B-day 2 u, man.. God bless u all time.. Miss u, man.. I'm glad 4 ur life.. Hugs! (Aaaacho que tem coisa escrita errado aí.. huIAuhAI)
Keep up the good work guys.
Having Francis Chan relapse, Rob?
-John-Q9
Hey Q Team,
Snow! Really, LOL. Glad to hear the reports. It's all about Jesus :)
Lisa M
Hey everyone @ the DR...Dios les bendiga y que les permita llevar su evangelio a cada criatura con favor y gracia. Besotes a Titi Ita, te extra~amos mucho...
Love,
Lizbeth
Hey City Team!! We in South Africa accept that photo challenge and think we will win HANDS DOWN! :o)
We are praying for you guys and can't wait to share experiences with you!
Peace,
Quest SA
Hey guys just a word of encouragement...
We cannot talk to our President Obama, nations of people cannot even come close to speaking to their leaders, kings, or presidents, regardless of the importance of the matter. Yet we have the opportunity, the humbling opportunity, to go before the King of ALL KINGS, the Leader of ALL LEADERS, the God that controls the entire world.. you have the priveledge to go before the throne of the Almighty God, who reigns over every world leader, and bring your requests and pleas. So be bold and courageous with your prayers, your sowing into the Kingdom.. you're talking to THE King.. and "He listens attentively" the words says.
Amen
love,
Katlynne (Q7)
Krissy, you will know He has been before you from the smiles on their faces. Our prayer is that when they see and hear you that they will see and hear Jesus. Have fun working with a group God put together. Feel ever moment and see how hungry they are for the truth. Jesus will reviel Himself. What a great time in all your lifes. Gods speed. D-B-T
Hey gang i hope that the rain hasn't put too much of a damper on your quest. But just remember like the song from Casting Crowns - "I'll Praise you in the Storm" :) quite literally too! But you should remember the awesome honor of being able to share you loveing Father's words that you get to share with other people. Which that in it's self should brighten anyone's day and put a smile on your face...maybe even go singing in the rain if you'd like. XD Continue on guys and pereserve becuase the storm is passing over and the journey is coming to an end!
Much Love,
Kevin Cruz (Q9)
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