August 1st, 2014

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August 1, 2014

Friday, August 1st, 2014

Our summer in Guatemala has come to an end!  It has flown by, and we are still trying to reflect on everything the Lord has done throughout the summer.  The last week was unique but I wanted to share a few photos and videos to recap some events.

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A group from Tennessee helped us serve hot dogs at the El Tejar dump.  The people loved them and they were able to have seconds!  We were also able to give small food bags to each family.  Hopefully, this will be the beginning of building a relationship with the people.  There has only been one older lady to openly profess her Christian faith.  We are praying that they will all become followers of Christ

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The mothers from the feeding center had me a surprise baby shower!   It was very thoughtful of them as they provided words of encouragement, played games, and ate crepes!   One game was “guessing” the correct measurement of my baby bump.  They all thought I was way bigger than I actually am!  It was a very humbling experience for me and Soy.

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The children from the Feeding Center plus Lizzi and Sydney!

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The kids enjoying their spaghetti lunch!

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They made a pinanta for Haley Ray in order to celebrate her help at the Feeding Center.  She had very mixed feelings about it because they all took turns hitting the pinata and screaming “Hit Haley!”  LOL!

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These are some short videos of the mothers expressing their gratitude.  Their gratitude is towards every person who has served, given financially, and prayed for the people of Guatemala.  Your burden for the lost and your desire to meet physical needs is not taken for granted.  They are truly grateful!

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Here is the link to Haley Ray’s blog.  She was such a blessing this summer.  I think it is definitely worth reading.

http://haleyraegarnett.blogspot.com/2014/07/have-you-learned-while-you-been-in.html

FRIDAY, 8/1/14

Friday, August 1st, 2014

Everyone is present and accounted for after a day of traveling yesterday.  I was a late arrival so I have not met/seen everyone but do know that everyone else arrived safely.

Usual routine with our morning worship time and then a long day of work in Chirijuyu.  Rumor has it that Brian Ellis can/will work circles around Pastor Joe David Bailey.

Josh Schlehuber needs a hair cut!

Will post an update either late tonight or early tomorrow.

Thanks for checking on us.  Pray for us.