COSTA RICA EARTHQUAKE 2009
PREPARING TO GO SERVE!!
PREPARING TO GO SERVE!!
It has been many months since we have updated our blog. It is not because we haven't been doing anything but because God has been unfolding the next step in our missions work.
Although we remain in touch and committed to our friends in Guatemala and the orphanage, for many months last winter, God led me to believe we were to go to Costa Rica this year. Not knowing anyone in Costa Rica and not knowing of any needs, I had to rely on faith that He would show me.
Late in January, I connected with a missions group, "Great Commission Latin America" who serves in Latin American countries with disaster relief, church planting, feeding centers and building of village schools. Shortly after our connection, I received a call that there had been an earthquake and that all help was desperately needed and welcomed.
With that confirmation, we began the planning stages of our upcoming mission trip. I will be leaving on June 14th with our four oldest children; Alisha, Josh, Jackie & Bekah. When we arrive we will settle in the village and begin to develop relationships with the local people. On June 21, Larry will arrive with Justin Hyland and Karen Mundy from Freedom House Church and our interpreter from Guatemala. During this week, we will do most of our serving including Larry rebuilding and repairing some homes.
This year, with the slow economy, raising support for the project has been difficult but we know beyond a shadow of a doubt that God will provide. Last week, the local newspaper interviewed us for a story for the "Faith" column. We are humbled to have the opportunity to serve God in Latin America.
As always, we desperately count on the prayers of our friends and family and as we prepare and go, we sincerely thank you for your prayer and financial support.
Please keep posted to see photos and updates of the trip.
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God Bless!
