Friday, July 20, 2012

Touchdown in Managua

Hey friends and family the team is landed in Managua! We're all checked in at our hotel and taking some much needed nap time! Well be spending the night here in Managua before flying over to Puerto Cabezas in the morning! Everyone do great with all the flights and customs, this is a great team and were off to a great start! More later!
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  1. Bill StevensJuly 20, 2012 at 5:02 PM

    That is great to hear. I hope all is well. Keep us updated, we love it!!!

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    1. The MurraysJuly 20, 2012 at 6:33 PM

      We are so happy to hear all the updates and that you all are there safe!! we will continue to pray for the whole team :)

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  2. AnonymousJuly 20, 2012 at 6:29 PM

    So glad to hear you made it safe and sound. Rest up, I bet tomorrow will be a busy day. I am sure it will be the first of many amazing days. Keep the updates coming, we all enjoy each and every one. God Bless Ya All, Gma & Gpa

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  3. Donna PateJuly 20, 2012 at 6:36 PM

    Wow! What an awesome opportunity for all of you to serve others! So proud of all of you! Go and make memories and love each other!

    Ps-Kailey, Joey says he still loves you & misses you....me tio! Sleep well, work hard, & be safe!

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  4. lesley stollJuly 20, 2012 at 7:23 PM

    We're so proud of u all! Keep your eyes focused on Jesus!

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  5. lesley stollJuly 20, 2012 at 7:24 PM

    We're so proud of u all! Keep your eyes focused on Jesus!

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  6. GregJuly 20, 2012 at 7:43 PM

    Hello, Nicaragua Team! I am so proud of each and every one of you for answering the call to go and serve. I pray that the coming days will bring huge blessings into your lives and that you all will share what God has placed on your hearts with us back home. I cannot wait to read about your adventures and I will be praying for your safety until your return. May you be a shining beacon of His brilliant light on the lives of those in Nicaragua.

    "You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love." Galatians 5:13

    Shalom.

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  7. Kevin and Annette Van AlstineJuly 20, 2012 at 7:49 PM

    So happy to know everyone is safely arrived. So proud of all of you! It was fun to watch the flight on Flight Aware at work. Many of us are praying for you and this chance for you to show God's love to a lot of people. Hope you'll have some fun while doing it too. :-) Sleep well. Hugs especially to Beth, Derek, Alex & Sammi. Love you!!
    -Annette Van Alstine

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  8. Megan Elizabeth WotringJuly 20, 2012 at 8:49 PM

    HI TEAM! Glad you all made it safely to Nicaragua. I'm praying you guys were able to get some much needed rest and that you'll have another safe flight to Puerto Cabezas. So proud of all of you. Know that you are covered in prayer, love, and support back home!
    -Megan

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  9. Harrison brasseurJuly 20, 2012 at 8:59 PM

    So glad you all made it there safe and sound! Hey believe the warning they give you about not drinking the water! Ask Cory he will tell you all about it. He knows what happens. I'll be praying for all of you hope you have a great trip to puerto cabezas tomorrow! Hugs and kisses
    -Harrison

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  10. AnonymousJuly 20, 2012 at 10:32 PM

    Hope you are all resting and feeling well after the long journey! Remember that God will meet your spiritual, emotional, and physical needs! Thank you all for opening your heart to others!!!
    LeAnn Como

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  11. AnonymousJuly 21, 2012 at 12:13 AM

    HEYO TEAM NIC!!!! I miss you all already. Hope you get some good sleep before you head to work... I've just discovered how difficult it is to sleep on a plane. You guys were in my prayers a large majority of the past 10 hrs.

    Jeff you're flight attendant voice is a million times better than any flight attendant i've ever met... what up with that?

    Britt, remember that one time when we decided we were gonna go skydiving only to realize that we couldn't go strapped together? What a bummmer. I tear up just thinking about it.

    Sam, Celia. Hey. I miss your beautiful faces. Good thing I have life sized posters of ya'll i can look at while you're gone. But really.

    Katie Liv/Fields. You rock my world.

    Dani Payne. I know the alphabet :)

    And anyone I missed this time...I promise i'll catch you later. Go spread some Jesus love for me. I'll be praying like crazy!!!! You rock my socks. Seriously. My socks are rocking like a mother with her baby. Alright. Go get em tiger.

    Megan Stevens

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  12. ABowersJuly 21, 2012 at 5:08 AM

    Hello team! I hope you all are getting your beauty rest! I am excited to hear about all the experiences you are going to have! Hello to my girlz, Alexandria and Sammy O! We love you!

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  13. Carole TurnboJuly 21, 2012 at 5:32 AM

    So happy to hear that you made it safely. Thinking and praying about the team constantly!
    Love and hugs to Brookie- mama misses you:)

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  14. Scott D SmithJuly 21, 2012 at 6:23 AM

    Good morning team. I hope that day 2 has started in an amazing way. We are praying for and we are excited for you as you deepen your relationships with God while you are doing His work. Excited for you today. Make it Awesome and find God in everything you do!
    ~ Scott Smith
    Aka Krista's dad and Tara's hubby

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  15. Riley vandevoordeJuly 21, 2012 at 7:09 AM

    Hey guys!!! I wish so much that I could be there right next to you all and to be able to experience with this team. Make the best out of every situation! As usual we will be praying for you all and I can not wait to hear your stories!

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  16. The Ekema FamilyJuly 21, 2012 at 7:18 AM

    So glad you are all safe. Hope you got the rest you need. Will be praying for you all while you bring "up there, down here.
    Hey Nathan, you left your facebook account open. So we are posting updates for you, ok????
    Also, Nathan, you passed your English 10 test! You rock!
    Jessica - enjoy that great group of girls you are leading. Love you all!

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  17. Gma & Gpa MillerJuly 21, 2012 at 8:02 AM

    We Love the updates...Gma "Worrier" here in CT has been saying my daily prayer for a Safe Journey. What an experience ! Be safe...have fun...continue to hold God in your heart. We are so proud of the strength and compassion you hold in your heart for others. Huge hugs from Gma and Gpa to our beautiful Brooke .. xoxoxoxox

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  18. Kevin and Annette Van AlstineJuly 21, 2012 at 8:25 AM

    Good Morning Team!! Enjoy the flights to Port. Beth, I copied Cousin Steve's prayer for you and team from your page.
    Steven Lake: I pray for God's Spirit to surround and infuse you, Bethany Van Alstine, and all your companions, for your well-being and that you be vessels through whom He can bless others.
    We join Steve and your other supporters; standing in agreement in prayer for God to do all He wishes in and through you and the team.
    It's cool enough here to open all the windows and air out the house. Scott & Matt are on their way to Isle Royale. Jen's taking Chris & Sara to visit Madison family. Give Nancy a hug for me!
    High Fives to: Beth, Derek, Sammy, Alex, Huffy, Katie, and each of you on the team! You are amazing!

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  19. Courtney UsenickJuly 21, 2012 at 8:34 AM

    Miss you Olivia! Stay safe as you do Gods work. Keep the people of Nicuragua close in your heart and allow them to make a difference in you. So thankful you listen to Gods call!

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  20. Emily UsenickJuly 21, 2012 at 8:50 AM

    Helllllllloooooo Nicaragua team!! You have NO clue how badly I wish I was with you all right now, but you guys are doing amazing things to advance the kingdom this week!
    Liv- guess what I am Doing this week?! That's right I am ORGANIZING our room!! Like I am taking back my whole dresser and I am going through everything that we both own. Don't worry I won't get rid of anything until you see it but just you wait to see how beautiful our room is!! Why am I doing it now you may ask?! Wellllllll maybe because you never do it and so now that you are gone and have no way of say so cause you can't hit me or punch me I mine as well do it now.. People of Nicaragua team don't be deceived Olivia Michelle usenick is an abusive person!!!
    Britt and Celia- what up my bros? I miss you both like crazy .. Like I have no one to text at 11 at night to tell that I am bored and then no one after the text is sent to hang out with ... Sooooo yeah! Hope you both are having a great time.. Which I am sure you are!
    Madison, Mariah, and Katie: hiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii I miss you all! And I hope you are having fun to! Have lots of fun this week!! :)
    Sam: hi I love you.. We are doing lunch when you get home!
    Katie fields: hi! I Love you!!

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  21. CherylJuly 21, 2012 at 11:24 AM

    Hi Joy Moore and Kristen Antcliff: So proud of you! Be safe, can't wait to hear your story's give those kids lots of love, you both so amazing from your hearts. We love you! Cheryl, Keith, Rachel,Matthew and Leila sez woof....

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  22. Dean and Laurel KeyJuly 21, 2012 at 11:55 AM

    So glad that all of you have arrived safely! What a great opportunity for each of you to be Jesus with skin on and help so many that need it! Have a great time building homes and memories! Be a blessing and you will be blessed in the process. Listen to your leaders, that's what they are there for!

    Love to Brennan!

    In our prayers,
    Lala and Papa

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  23. UnknownJuly 21, 2012 at 4:13 PM

    Hey Team!! (Aaron, especially) Praying for you all and glad you arrived safely! Lots of love and prayers are coming your way.

    Kara Weaver

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  24. AnonymousJuly 21, 2012 at 5:32 PM

    So glad to see all of you made it to my second favorite country !! Been praying for all of you ! Way to mix it up in Nicaragua (Jessica ) and safe travels . And shout out to my boy brennan . Love you all!! Peace
    Cody g

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  25. jenn and nick murrayJuly 21, 2012 at 6:41 PM

    Hope all of you are having some amazing experiences and we cant wait to hear about them!! brennan we miss ya and hope u are making memories that will last a lifetime!! we are so proud of u!!! <3 the mice....lol

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  26. LeAnn ComoJuly 21, 2012 at 7:12 PM

    Hey Chris and Alex! Open your heart to every opportunity to bless others....I know you both have so much love to give! I am proud of you and praying for EVERONE there serving....Thank you leaders for looking after our kids!!! MAMA COMO LOVES YOU BOYS!!!! (DRINK!)

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  27. Courtney UsenickJuly 21, 2012 at 7:37 PM

    Dear Team,
    I hope that you are all safe as we have not gotten any recent posts. Praying for you that you will have energy after your travels to give your all to the people that need you in Nicaragua. I am so proud of you for being the hands and feet of Christ. As you get tired, stay strong and remember the strength of Christ as he was exhausted praying for a different outcome than the cross. He stayed focused and gave His all for the needy....me and you. Stay focused and give your all for the needy people of Nicaragua. I love you Olivia and I miss the sound of your voice. I miss your hugs every day and your sweet smile. Our home is a little more quiet without your laughter filling it. I love you baby girl.

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  28. Ronnie ComoJuly 21, 2012 at 8:31 PM

    Hey bro, be safe and dont hold back! Milk this experience for every lesson it can teach you!

    Love,
    Ronnie

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  29. AnonymousJuly 21, 2012 at 8:59 PM

    Dear Team!!
    So glad you arrived safely!! And excited to read updates on your amazing experiences as you serve in Nicaragua! Praying you stay healthy and safe and to continue being STRONG AMBASSADORS FOR CHRIST !!!
    Austin S- Ma and Pa Sommer and The CHILDRUN love you and miss you!!!! Also Zorroduck and Candybar too!! LOL

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  30. ABowersJuly 22, 2012 at 6:16 AM

    Hello Team! sounds like you are all ready to go! So proud of you all! Praying for your health and safety while you serve..

    Alexandria, Christopher won another bike from the picnic just like the one last year:) and Daddy won a G.Certificate to El MAGUEY. We are gonna use it for his birthday dinner today after church. Love you Sissy! Miss you... especially since Lincoln made me ride all those crazy rides b/c you weren't there!! LOL

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