These last couple days have been busy so we posted them all
in one blog.
Yesterday (Tuesday), we finished up the leadership academy
as Reid, Grant, and Enoch talked to the students about loyalty. One of the highlights was an activity in which
they made a bridge with their arms creating a path for their leader to walk
without touching the ground. The guys
did an incredible job talking about leadership.
I really think the students enjoyed hearing from someone their age. In just a few short days the boys were able to
make great friendships with the Haitian students. We hope that this experience gives them
renewed confidence continue leading their peers when we return home.
Deanna gave a lesson on respect. Before her lesson, she made some connections
with the female students as she scored a goal in soccer. The kids went crazy when she made the shot to
win the game. As we left several of the
students wished us well with prayers, hugs, and requests to return.
The VBS group …
We drove along the side of a mountain for a time, and then
hiked the rest of the way to Chardene.
We had an eager group of kids that loved playing games, blowing bubbles,
and squealing in delight. As we lined up
to begin our craft, the kids could hardly wait!
The classroom was packed with all ages.
They enjoyed decorating a flip flop and coloring. While at Chardene we could feel God working
in our lives, as well as their lives. As
Addi and Briana led the group in song, dancing, drumming, and laughter broke
out. It was an amazing day, and we were
tearfully, thanked for bringing joy to their community. God is good, all the time. All the time, God is good!
Today we finished in St. Mark as one group again. We went to the same church we went to Sunday so
it was neat to see familiar faces. The
students were very receptive to the program and we were able to give the
students a complete set of flip flops.
After the program was finished, we played basketball, and football
(American) with the students while we waited on the van. Back at the mission center we worked hard to
scrape and paint the fence.
This has been an awesome week. We all have formed a common bond and have
really connected with each other.
Tonight is our last night together before we travel home. Please start praying for our travel
tomorrow. We are all anxious to see you. Here is a short shout out from all of us –
see you all tomorrow.
Andy & Amy – AJ & Aleah – looking forward to being
home. We have a ton of stories to tell
you – can’t wait to hear about all the fun you had this week. See you soon ~ Dad & Mom
Ben – Sarah, Emery,
Isaiah and baby I miss you so much.
Please know that I have felt each of your prayers this week as I have
learned to be led by the spirit and follow his prompts. I love you so much and cannot wait to be back
in the home. Please pray for my toe as I hurt it playing soccer, haha!
Lyn- I can’t believe
we will be back in the U.S. at this time tomorrow! I have had an amazing experience, and will
miss this place and the people I have spent the week with, but I can’t wait to
see my family! Hugs and kisses to you!
Addi – I have had so much fun this week, and can’t wait to
tell everyone about it. I just can’t wait to see you, AJ and AleahJ I hope you had a fun week
as well. See ya soon.
Reid – Wow what a trip! I am so glad I was able to
experience this. I’m definitely ready to be home and realize how much I really
have and how privileged I am. I hope Spencer didn’t start walking yet! I also
hope I’m still in the lead in our soccer bracket! I can’t wait to see you all.
Love you guys.
DeAnna – I got to play soccer yesterday with the youth girls…loved
it! They were so surprised that I could actually play. J Praise the Lord for a
wonderful week serving with this team.
Briana- We have had an amazing time here! Yesterday was so awesome! Can’t wait to share all the stories with you
guys. Excited to get home and see you. Love you.
Mya- I loveeeeeeee playing BASKETBALL with Haitians. It’s very challenging because they don’t know
anything rules so they don’t pass and they double dribble and travel it’s
hilarious to watch!!! Also I had so much
fun stories we had so many great laughs and hysterical slap happiness!!
Kimberly – I am so thankful I had the opportunity to go on
this trip! It has been a blessing to be
here and experience God, though I am excited to be home. I love you Erick, Daniel, Abby and Andrew and
miss you!
Enoch – I’m very happy to be heading home. I miss air
conditioning, cold drinks, and not sweating constantly throughout the day. Despite the uncomfortable heat, I have loved
my time in Haiti and am thankful for the experience. I’m excited to see my loved ones back in the
good ole USA.
Grant- Thankful for this wonderful experience! Glad to be heading home to my friends and family, but have enjoyed my time here in Haiti! See you all soon!
