It feels like were posting the same thing everyday now but today REALLY was another awesome workday! The team worked really hard and got a LOT of work done! One of the houses got finished today with the roof and the other house saw 2 more exterior walls go up and one massive interior wall as well as two exterior walls getting sided! That team will be heading back to finish up that house tomorrow (minus the roof) while the other team helps out Ausin with an agricultural project. Austin is an American who is living here in Puerto Cabezas at Verbo Ministries. He has helped us out immensely this week with translation, oversight at the construction projects, helping is around the base and using his truck as a shuttle for all of us stuck out by the beach! He's working on some planting and farming techniques that could increase crop yield on these climate conditions and that could be used in all the remote villages as a means of adequate and replenishing food supply. Hes a great guy and again has been a huge help to our team so since half our team is done at their house, were gonna help him out on this project!
Tomorrow also marks part of our process to begin heading home, due to the domestic airlines constraints, half the team has to fly back to Managua Thursday afternoon while the other half will join them Friday morning. The whole team will spend Friday in Managua doing some fun stuff and then get a good nights rest before flying home!
The team still has 3 FULL days left on this trip so keep praying for strength, patience and love as we continue to engage in all that God has for us on this trip right up until we pull in at church!
There must be a growing sense of appropriate accomplishment as you see these houses take shape! A house that will be a home - where people will be safe, share laughter and experience your generous labor. Pretty cool - you get to be part of "up there down here!" And of course I'm guessing nothing beats the laughs and smiles of orphaned children who get a glimpse of The Father's love as you care for them!
ReplyDeleteLiv - I see Jacob has posted his good news: all wrapped up as of Thursday noon. We'll miss you, but looking forward to picking him up and spending some time with him tomorrow (Thursday). We'll take good care of him! We're proud of you!
Congrats Aunt Maddie on the birth of your new niece, Harper!
Ok - everyone, keep kickin it for Jesus!!
Hello Tay Tay, A and the rest of the World Changers!
ReplyDeleteSo great to see all the pictures posted of the work, the smiles and the impact you all are having. What an opportunity to make a difference and hope you are enjoying the special moments and the work??? He Moves in Mysterious Ways!
Enjoy and absorb.
Love ya- Your Daddy.
TEAM, we are praying for your continued strength and courage and trust in Christ to finish strong. You are there at this time and at this place for a reason that Jesus himself predetermined, so take joy in knowing that you can hold His hand and be confident. Your work is changing lives, including your own. Be blessed today with the very blessing God gave to Moses: "The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn His face toward you and give you peace." Numbers 6:24-26 We love you Maddie and everyone!!
ReplyDeleteHey Team Nic! You have been really kicking it there by the looks of the photos and I know your hard work will continue to bless the families and children of Nicaragua for many years after you leave. Stay strong, faithful and committed to your goal. Before you know it you will be on your way home and you will be wondering where the week went!
ReplyDeleteMaddie, I am so proud of you! I hope you feel our prayers for strength and faithfulness...We miss you tons, but love what you are giving to the Lord! Your mission is true and good and it is right where you are meant to be at this moment!
Love you more and more!
Mom
Oh Man i can't believe what you are accomplishing. Way to go. It is amazing for us to watch. You must really be in awe of what God can do through your open hands and a heart to serve. Please know i will continue to pray for you as i am sure you could be getting a "little" tired. Love you GSM!!!!!
ReplyDeleteReally missing you Sam....it's definitlatly too quiet...even molli is beginning to wonder what's up.
Love, Mom
Hi Everyone!
ReplyDeleteYou have gotten soooo much done already during your short time so far in Nicaragua! I am so proud of you guys!
Jake, stay strong! Love others! Be patient and kind :-) That is my prayer for you today. I LOVE you so much and can't wait to see you soon and hear about your adventures! Even Grandpa and Grandma Z. are praying like crazy for you (and all their friends too ;-)
Remember: "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Phil. 4:13
So much love,
Mama Kopf
What a great team. You should be so proud of your accomplishments this week! I'm sure you're changine lives as you go about your work.
ReplyDeleteMeggie - I miss your beautiful face and I cannot wait to see you on Sunday! We've been praying for your safe travels and life-changing events! Love you so much! See you soon.
Love Mom!
"So anyways, let's get down to the nitty, gritty" (Nacho Libre)
ReplyDeleteHere's a little encouragement to all of you:
1 Thessalonians 5:12-15 (The Message)
"And now, friends, we ask you to honor those leaders who work so hard for you, who have been given the responsibility of urging and guiding you along in your obedience. Overwhelm them with appreciation and love!
Get along among yourselves, each of you doing your part. Our counsel is that you warn the freeloaders to get a move on. Gently encourage the stragglers, and reach out for the exhausted, pulling them to their feet. Be patient with each person, attentive to individual needs. And be careful that when you get on each other's nerves you don't snap at each other. Look for the best in each other, and always do your best to bring it out."
Miss you Drew!
Love Rachel and Wade Plank
HEY NICARAGUA TEAM!
ReplyDeleteThe work you have done up to this point is incredible! And now that you're on the home stretch, don't slow down, but finish even more strongly then you started! Your trip is far from over and although you may be getting worn down and tired, keep going strong because you are never going to get these moments back. Take in every moment, keep your eyes, ears, heart, and mind open to what God is going to reveal to you over the next couple days, even while traveling. God is great and awesome and has blessed you all with an amazing trip thus far! Don't forget to thank and give praise to Him for all he has done. Give God all the glory he deserves! You all deserve praise as well for your hard work and loving spirits pouring out to those kids and others you come in contact with. GOOD JOB EVERYONE!
Celia and Olivia- I miss you two a lotta lotta. Don't forget any of your stories because I want to hear them ALL when you get home.
Love you all,
Brittany
P.S. Celia, Heather quit Culvers
ReplyDeleteUnbelievable....but NOT unbelievable! The work you all are getting done is so incredible...but of course it is happening!!! I have goosebumps just thinking of the impact your love in action is going to have there...for the Nicaragaun people and for each other. Lives will be changed in Jesus' name. Of course, Harry, that brings a tear to my eye...big flippin surprise. :) HA. I look forward to your arrival home, but certainly do not want to hurry this along...it is all about God's time, team! So proud of all of you....stay strong and determined....grab your 2nd wind and push on!! Open arms await...but there are arms there that need you now. xoxoxox. ~Shelly B.
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