Meet Some of our Orphanage Family.

Katie took the camera down to the orphanage to snap some pictures of her friends. There are some real sweeties here. A house full of 22 children on one floor and 31 people altogether can be pretty exciting at times. The girls have chosen Sunday evening for their special devotions and girl time, while Bless and Kent have chosen Friday night for their "boys only time" We are so blessed to be a part of these children's lives and cherish the moments when we can share some joy and laughter together.

Good News, Good snooze.

Every Saturday Mrs. Mary and Gaston hold Good News Club at the mission. This is one of several that go on though out the week, lead by various people. This week little Caleb, one of the orphans, couldn't quite keep his head up. After several jerks and twitches, Katie took mercy on him and laid his head on her lap to enjoy his nap in comfort. Katie is doing well with trying to get involved with the children's services, even if it is just watching the little ones for the time being.

Chapel time!

I have had the privilege of getting to lead the last two Jr. Chapels. With a room full of over 150 children it can be a bit challenging to keep their attention. Katie helped me teach them 'Jesus Love is a Bubbling Over' the first week, it was an instant hit! During break we have also taught them how to play four square and ninja. We are thanking God for the moments of fun as well as ministry He is giving that let us be a part of their lives.

One of the biggest blessing I have had was last week, when I was asked to do the Teens Chapel. The night before I had been reading in a devotional book and found the story of Damon and Pathios, a Greek Legend. I felt that God had given me that and so I started the chapel with that story of two friends who were willing to die for each other. As the story began the kids quieted down and the presence of the Lord seemed to settle down. In the end I was able to present to them a Saviour who longs to be our friend. The greatest friend we could ever have, loving us enough to die for us. A friend that wants to laugh with us, cry with us, and carry our burdens. I don't know if that was a new concept to some of them or not but the reality seemed to be sinking in and God was working on hearts.

What a joy to be a part of God's ministry. There is never a need to be ashamed of our God. He is worthy all praise and glory! Pray for the teens and children here, that they might truly come to know our Heavenly Father.

There Shall be Shower's of Blessing!

The back wall of the mission is in need of some repair, but before they could do that Drew needed to get the moss and crud off of it. What a blessing to have a power washer. Drew set to work, once the water, that seems to keep going off for hours at a time or even the day, came back on. It was going well, but as the school children were released for the day there were many curious eyes that gathered to watch. Soon they got bolder and were "assisting" Drew by first holding then shaking the ladder he was perched on.

The sprayer was pealing off the coat of moss and Drew didn't want it to get in their eyes, I am sure the "earth-quake test" wasn't felt to be necessary either, so he would shew them away only to have them return after his back was turned. Finally, he gave them what they had been hoping for the whole time, as he swung the hose he just kept going until he arched it right onto them. With screams of delight they would run away, pushing their buddies towards the shower as they went then they would return hoping for another blast.

After a little fun Drew did the finally shewing and returned to his task-ladder steady this time.

I caught the seen on camera, unbeknown to Drew, and thought I'd share it with you. Proof that missionary life can be a "blast!"

Mango's

Liberman came to the door today and asked, "Are you ready to pick?" "Yes!" was my happy reply. I chose to pick the Mangos I could reach from the porch while he opted to climb the 3 story tall mango tree and pick from there.

I had fun picking them, arranging our fruit plater, and of coarse eating them. The fruit here is so sweet and juicy! We have loved making it a normal part of our meals. When our container comes with our little blender and ice cube trays, we will get to make mango smoothies, hummm!