Wednesday, July 25, 2012
Day 6!
The team had another phenomenal workday today! We kept cranking on the two houses and worked on the siding today! We had quite a few setbacks today with rain and some bad boards that made the process a little rough, but the team pressed through it and encouraged each other and things turned around. We got things rolling with measuring, cutting and hammering and the siding started to go up! It was an amazing day to see the team press through and not only make the best of the work but to also know when to stop working and play with all the kids! A lot of kids from the area congregate when 47 Americans roll into the neighborhood and our team has loved on them so much this week!
Another cool story from the day is the generosity of the team. We were told of a need in the orphanage for mosquito nets to not only help with possible diseases but also so the kids could just get rest. When the team heard about the need and the plan to purchase them they just wanted to be a part of it. They took some of their spending money and all chipped in and we were able to buy 28 of the 60 nets needed. It was an amazing act of generosity and love from this phenomenal hard-working team!
Tomorrow is our last work day so pray for strength and perseverance to give it our all through the last board and nail! Also we'd love for everyone back home to be praying for a friend of ours down here. Polo is one of the workers who leads the entire build project and was not there today because his daughter was sick and had to go the hospital. We don't know all that happened but I'm sure Polo would appreciate it!
More tomorrow!
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Wow, what an amazing team! No matter what challenges have been placed in front of this team, they have found away to overcome all of them! It is amazing what Love, Faith and Encouragement can accomplish! We can only begin to imagine the impact this team is having on the lives of these people! We are so proud of all of you! Keep the Faith and keep pushing forward!
ReplyDeleteRon, LeAnn and Ronnie
We are so proud of all of you and will continue to pray for the whole team and for polo and his family!! brennan we love u and miss u and are more than blessed to be your parents!! cant wait to see ya and hopefully u took some pics while down there : ) make the most of the last days u have there.
ReplyDeletelove ya!!! mom & dad
I'm so proud to hear of all you guys have accomplished and how much you have been willing to give.... muscle, sweat, love, and even mosquito nets! It really makes me realize how blessed we are to have walls, windows and air conditioners - free of mosquitos.... and blessed to know wonderful, loving hardworking kids like you! Make the most of the time you have left..... your week is coming to a close. Bitter-sweet for most of you, I'm sure - but you guys have some parents here at home who can't wait to get our arms around you!! :)
ReplyDeleteMadison... keep up the good work! Miss you so much. See you SOON!!
Love, Mom P
Im praying as soon as i get done writing this post for your friend and you guys as you push hard. i am so impressed with what you are accomplshing. Way to go. I love the story of the mosquito nets too. You guys are so faithful. i am so proud to know you.
ReplyDeleteYou are all AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Praying for everyone including Polo and his daughter!
ReplyDeleteJudy Allie
madison,just to let you know I along with friends here at work and one in Atlanta have been watching each day. You all have gotten so much accomplished in a few short days. I am so proud of you and so happy you are part of such a loving team. May God bless each of yu, as I'm sure He has already! We pray for a safe trip home and can't wait to hear of all the things you have seen and heard. Love you, Nana :)
ReplyDeleteHi Samantha!
ReplyDeleteI thought about one of your favorite verses while reading the blog: "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me"(Philippians 4:13). It sounds as if you and your team have exuded perseverance and love when times became challenging and discouraging. Way to go team!
I am so proud of you, Sammy and Alex. I concur with your mom about your newfound knowledge of building structures:))I'm sure both of you have been encouraging each other! I can't wait to see all of the pictures upon your return.
I love you!
Mom O.
Hello Team! I was so touched to hear about your generosity with the mosquito nets! What an awesome gift! I know by now you all might be feeling some fatigue, but We are all praying for God to infuse you with HIS energy so that you may finish strong! So proud to be a small part of this story!!!
ReplyDeleteAlexandria, Mollie did pretty well in 4H. She didn't place, but like I told Nathaniel.. she didn't run out of the ring OR jump up on the judge AND he was able to use his show lead...not the choke chain like last year:) I love and miss you Sissy!
Samantha, I hope you are having a BLAST working your little fingers to the bone for Jesus!!! We are so proud that You are a Friend... we consider it an honor to have our daughter serving with you! Love you kiddo!
Lots of love and prayers to the team!
Mom Bowers
It's so great to hear about the work The team has accomplished. It just puts a smile on my face! All of you guys are awesome and stay though, the vandevoorde's are praying for you!!
ReplyDeleteKay my familly says hello and can't wait to her about the trip. And tanner says he reallllly misses you (: okay bye for now.
Stay strong! Psalm 91
Riley vandevoorde
Thanks for sharing your summary of this day. I had the opportunity to meet with God through this story and I am so proud of all of you! I am so amazed by how you are all being led and by how you are reacting (with faith and motivation) to opportunities that arise. Not only are you working (hard) to create structures that will last longer than the time you are there, you also shared what you had (money) with the kids so they could be blessed. I'm sure the act of buying the nets for them will last longer than the structure you are building.
ReplyDeleteThank you again for "teaching and reminding me" of some very important lessons through your actions. I need to be more available to God's leading and to act/react in a manner that is consistent with what you are exhibiting.
You all are Awesome and are my heros this week!!!
Make today great.
Praying for all and for Polo and his daughter.
Have a great day and thank you for serving me through this update.
Scott D Smith
To Tara and Krista... it is really quiet in our house and you are missed in a big way. I'm really ready to have your voices fill our home again soon! Lots of Love!
You all are amazing and what a great example you all are through the trials and tribulations! Keep up the great work!
ReplyDeleteMadi, we miss you and we can't wait to hear all about your trip!We love you! Mom, Dad, Sam, Paige and Tahoe! ox
Hanna B. OH Hanna B.you are amazing as well as the great TEAM your working with!!!I know how much fun you are having with the kids!!!!!To build a 2 homes in such a short time blows my mind!!!!How good is GOD to sent such a great bunch of teenagers to help do his work threw you!!!!!Your HEARTS our so big I think they may burst JK. I can't wait until Sunday at 3:30 A.M The must have gone fast for you for me not so much,but it won't be long know.I LOVE AND MISS YOU!!!!!!!See you soon MOM..ooxxx
ReplyDeleteKeep up the great work gang!!! It sounds like, with a good day today, they will have two beautiful new homes thanks to your incredible group!! May God give you the strength to complete your task while having fun. Miss you bunches Brooke Stevens!!!
ReplyDeleteLove, Daddy
Such a great post to read! I feel challenged to step up even more and live a life of generosity everyday, everywhere! I am sure that the constant rain and the mud that it produces is wearing on all of you, but because you have your hearts focused on Jesus you are able to stay the course and finish the work that He purposed for and called you to do! My prayer is that this trip will mark you and that you will forever be changed and transformed. I know that others can see Jesus in your actions and work and that they can feel His love through the love that you are lavishing on them. More than they need houses and mosiquitos nets, they need Jesus so thank you for being His hands and feet! I pray that the rain will hold off just enough and all things will fall into place as needed so that these houses will be done and ready to provide safe shelter and blessings for a family. Cory, you will be happy to know that your phone charger case and athletic tickets from Purdue are here....only 18 more days and it's time to Boiler Up:) Miss you and CAN NOT wait until you are home! Love you tons!!
ReplyDeleteIt’s been wonderful to follow the blog each day and experience from a distance the incredible things that God is doing through you. It is amazing what is possible when we open ourselves to the love of Jesus. Blessings for all that you do in these last days in Nicaragua and that you will do in the future. This experience will change you. We’ll continue to pray for you, for Polo, and all of those involved in this work and ministry.
ReplyDeleteGod is great!
Joanne
HI TEAM!!!!
ReplyDeleteI have loved reading about how you guys have been showing the love of Jesus! Thank you for all of your hard work and generosity. It is a blessing to know you guys! I am so excited that Jeff was able to post some pictures!!! You all looked great! Really sweaty, but really happy.
Eden, have you been beesy? (Haha! You're welcome).
Hi Cory and Brittany!
Huff: *Points finger to the hotel desk* Help.
Katie Fedder: You're beautiful.
Sam O. and Alex B. I love you guys!
Austin Sommer: Remember that one time on MOVE when we got the high score on that one game. And then remember when I almost broke my face on the other game. Yeah. We're awesome.
Hunter: Remember on Chicago when you put my head band and my sunglasses on and posed like a girl? That was funny.
Okay team, keep persevering. Continue showing the love of Jesus! I can't wait to see all of you!!! Love you guys!!!
- Shell Bell
Loved reading your post today!! Jeff Myers thanks so much for persevering on getting pictures up!!! They were great!! I am sooo proud of all of you!! I love the pics of you playing with the kids and the big smiles on all of your faces! Was that the Ninja game???? Also...what an interesting site to see a dog and pig running around!! Ha!!Hunter you crack me up...are you helping BUILD the walls or just "supervising"??? Ha!! I miss you tons! Enjoy your last day tomorrow and take good care of your siter & brother til we get home!! Love you!
ReplyDeleteHi, It's Mamma Trusty. Praying and thanking God for all your wonderful service!!
ReplyDeleteHi Bella aka Austin Sommer
Love ya
Hey there guys! You guys are all rock stars! Joy your mom called me yesterday .. I think she blessed my heart at least 10 times . I feel very loved and blessed by her.. She, your dad, johnmichael, and Rachel are all going out to dinner with me tommorow night.. Yep that's right I'm the 5th wheel.. Hey Liv.. Miss you! Katie, Mariah, maddison, Brittany , Celia, Sam: hi hi! Miss you all bunches and bunches! Katie, Jeff, Dani, john, huffy and all the other leaders thanks so much for leading this team! You guys are truly amazing men and women of God and I know I speak for everyone on this team and back home when I say you guys are the best and I am so thankful for you all! Well i miss you all and can't wait to see your bright and beautiful faces when you all get home!
ReplyDeleteLove you guys,
Emily
Brooke Stevens -
ReplyDeletePlease come home soon so we can quit arguing about who has to clean out the litter box.
Love,
Mommy
Squishy
and Bri
I love belonging to a church that is so willing to reach out to those in need! I am so proud of the young men and women that are willing to put away the usual fun and games of summer to help others. We can hardly wait to see what will have planned for you next!
ReplyDeleteLove,
Lala and Papa
That is amazing! I love to hear that the houses are coming along well! You guys are doing a great job! And I was just blown out of the water when I read about what you guys did with some of your spending money! That is incredible! God is doing some pretty amazing things through you guys. I've been praying everyday for all of you! And I was very happy to see all of the photos of everyone. It seems like everyone is having a great time! I hope these last couple days are as good as the first!
ReplyDeleteHi Cecilia hi Brittany hi Jessica! I miss you guys! Hey Brittany just thought I'd let you know. Ive been using your trampoline constantly this past week. Sooo yeah. Cecilia your friend messaged me. I didn'tessage back. Is that mean? Hey Jessica I saw the picture of you and Alex lifting that wood. Sorry you got stuck with him on that. I'm sure you were carrying all te weight of it. Oh and Nate (arndt) there is a picture of you were it looks like you are being choked by a small child. What did you do to make a child want to choke you? Hey dalton forgot to tell you. Right before we left your house the night you left for Nicaragua I took your phone. Currently I've changed all the names of your contacts to match different numbers. So don't text your friend something you wouldn't want your mom to read because it could be her instead.
Love Harrison:)