These are the final two updates from the Uganda Team. They were lost in cyberspace so Ron resent them to us today.
The team awakened to a beautiful hazy sky over Jinja. The air was full of humidity and the promise of rain. We enjoyed a fine breakfast with theother American team visiting Hesed, and prayed with them as they departed this morning.
One of our morning sessions at the children’s ministry conference dealt with guidance on preparing for a children’s ministry as if you were starting from scratch and could build the ideal children’s ministry program. The attendees were asked to write a purpose statement for their
children’s ministry that aligned with the purpose of their whole church. This was part of a session designed to help them envision what their ideal children’s ministry might look like. With the target in mind, we walked through a series of items to keep in mind for building their ministry toward that future.
In the afternoon we shared many of the games used in Children’s Ministry at NCBC. They also shared some of their games with us.
God Bless and thanks all for the prayer support!
Ron Rohrssen
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Yesterday the Children’s Ministry conference came to an end.
We have made some new friends here in Uganda. We have been blessed all week by our Ugandan brothers and sisters in Christ. Their desire to reach children for Christ is obvious.
We have seen how God used the conference as a tool for sharing information on children’s ministry. But, it wasn’t sharing just from the Americans to the Ugandan’s. There were 10 churches represented at the conference; 12 if you include the American churches represented. Everyone gained new ideas and encouragement.
The Ugandan’s honored us with a closing ceremony that included a visit by the local vicar and the headmaster of the school and one of his top teachers. The attendees also performed a skit for us on children’s ministry.
They acted out an unruly Sunday school setting where the teacher had lost control and was not able to teach the children. In the skit the teacher learned of the main points taught at the conference and applied them immediately. In the following week the teacher treated the students with love and was able to begin building a relationship with them. In return the students respected the teacher and were willing to listen to her message.
The closing ceremony allowed the vicar, the headmaster, the head teacher, members of Hesed, and a spokesperson from the attendees to honor everyone’s efforts for the week and to give thanks to God and everyone who helped make the conference possible.
Hesed was honored by the attendees for the quality of the conference including the information gained, the food provided, and the materials they were given. One of the attendees gave thanks for the quality of the food provided. It helped them have a better diet that included meat! It was a sincere thankfulness all around.
We will have a brief meeting with Hesed before we leave. We will share with them what we have learned and observed during the week.
Ron Rohrssen
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Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Uganda Team - Day 5
Tuesday was the second day of the children’s conference here in Uganda.
There are 10 churches represented at the conference. After having some experience with the conference attendees yesterday the team had a better understanding of the level of children’s ministry being done in their churches. We also had some insight into other children’s topics that would be helpful. So, we added a couple of topics to the morning agenda.
We added a session on preparing volunteers and another session on classroom management. Today’s sessions were well received; in particular the session on “Classroom Management”. We found that the Ugandan’s are dealing with many of the same issues that arise in our classrooms. We shared good information and tips with the students. But, they also shared many tips amongst themselves.
At the end of the day, Miriam stood and asked for a show of hands for those who had learned something new, and those that had received encouragement in their ministry. There was a strong show of hands for learning something new and a unanimous show of hands for those that had been encouraged.
God Bless and thanks all for the prayer support!
Ron Rohrssen
There are 10 churches represented at the conference. After having some experience with the conference attendees yesterday the team had a better understanding of the level of children’s ministry being done in their churches. We also had some insight into other children’s topics that would be helpful. So, we added a couple of topics to the morning agenda.
We added a session on preparing volunteers and another session on classroom management. Today’s sessions were well received; in particular the session on “Classroom Management”. We found that the Ugandan’s are dealing with many of the same issues that arise in our classrooms. We shared good information and tips with the students. But, they also shared many tips amongst themselves.
At the end of the day, Miriam stood and asked for a show of hands for those who had learned something new, and those that had received encouragement in their ministry. There was a strong show of hands for learning something new and a unanimous show of hands for those that had been encouraged.
God Bless and thanks all for the prayer support!
Ron Rohrssen
Monday, January 10, 2011
Uganda Team - Day 4
We had the pleasure of enjoying breakfast with Florence and Michael Kyomya. It was a brief breakfast because of other commitments for them in Kampala. During our brief breakfast Mick and Ron reconnected with the Kyomya’s and shared stories of our Sunday service in Bufulubi.
Today was the first day of the children’s conference. The facility for the conference was at a nearby boarding school called Mwiri. An overhead view of the facility is shown below. The flag is the building that we are using for the conference and the red dot is an improvised soccer field. We watched some kids playing soccer over lunch and interacted with several of them.
The first day of the children’s conference was very good. Hesed picked a very good group of Christians to attend this conference. We were impressed with the English language skills. We did not need to use an interpreter and this reduced the amount of time needed to convey the main points of each of our sessions.
One of the most beneficial and important parts of the conference will be the peer to peer sharing. There were already numerous examples of this in the classroom. These leaders are willing to share new songs and tips about what has worked for them.
The Mwiri Head Master (Alex) did an excellent job of introducing the conference and the American team. He spoke of the importance of leaders, the importance of children's ministry and being leaders of leaders. We couldn't have asked for a better introduction and heartfelt welcome. His opening comments really helped set the tone for the conference.
The afternoon sessions on early childhood ministry and elementary school ministry were especially engaging for the attendees. They had the opportunity to see Craig and Abby giving a demonstration of an elementary school session with the use of puppets and small group time.
We spent part of the evening in Fellowship with another church group that is sharing the Hesed Guest House with us.
It’s time to prepare for tomorrow’s session. God Bless and thank you to everyone for your prayers.
Ron Rohrssen
Today was the first day of the children’s conference. The facility for the conference was at a nearby boarding school called Mwiri. An overhead view of the facility is shown below. The flag is the building that we are using for the conference and the red dot is an improvised soccer field. We watched some kids playing soccer over lunch and interacted with several of them.
The first day of the children’s conference was very good. Hesed picked a very good group of Christians to attend this conference. We were impressed with the English language skills. We did not need to use an interpreter and this reduced the amount of time needed to convey the main points of each of our sessions.
One of the most beneficial and important parts of the conference will be the peer to peer sharing. There were already numerous examples of this in the classroom. These leaders are willing to share new songs and tips about what has worked for them.
The Mwiri Head Master (Alex) did an excellent job of introducing the conference and the American team. He spoke of the importance of leaders, the importance of children's ministry and being leaders of leaders. We couldn't have asked for a better introduction and heartfelt welcome. His opening comments really helped set the tone for the conference.
The afternoon sessions on early childhood ministry and elementary school ministry were especially engaging for the attendees. They had the opportunity to see Craig and Abby giving a demonstration of an elementary school session with the use of puppets and small group time.
We spent part of the evening in Fellowship with another church group that is sharing the Hesed Guest House with us.
It’s time to prepare for tomorrow’s session. God Bless and thank you to everyone for your prayers.
Ron Rohrssen
Sunday, January 09, 2011
Uganda Team - Day 3
Sunday – A day of service!
This morning the team participated in a church service in one of the local Anglican churches called, Bufulubi. The church is a short drive from Jinja. Here’s an overhead of the tin roof church (near the flag). The boarding school is just up the road, in the lower left corner of the photo.
During the service at this church they took the children to a separate children’s service in one of the buildings at the boarding school. Craig and Abby helped with Children’s service and did a little puppetry. It was a huge hit with the children. Some of them literally thought the [monkey] puppet was alive.
I [Ron] shared my testimony and Mick led a message on the importance of teaching children about Christ and the truths in the Bible.
After Mick’s message a local politician was invited to speak from the pulpit on why he should receive the peoples vote.
After the politician was done speaking about his political race, he had the honor of auctioning the eggs from the offering basket in exchange for cash. The first 2 people didn’t have cash on hand to pay for the eggs. Finally a third woman won the bid and paid 300 shillings for the 6 eggs. (500 shillings is about a quarter) She offered the eggs to the politician to honor him. He accepted and gave her praise then later gave the eggs back to the village to eat.
There were maybe around 150 kids and 35 adults in all.
Ron Rohrssen
This morning the team participated in a church service in one of the local Anglican churches called, Bufulubi. The church is a short drive from Jinja. Here’s an overhead of the tin roof church (near the flag). The boarding school is just up the road, in the lower left corner of the photo.
During the service at this church they took the children to a separate children’s service in one of the buildings at the boarding school. Craig and Abby helped with Children’s service and did a little puppetry. It was a huge hit with the children. Some of them literally thought the [monkey] puppet was alive.
I [Ron] shared my testimony and Mick led a message on the importance of teaching children about Christ and the truths in the Bible.
After Mick’s message a local politician was invited to speak from the pulpit on why he should receive the peoples vote.
After the politician was done speaking about his political race, he had the honor of auctioning the eggs from the offering basket in exchange for cash. The first 2 people didn’t have cash on hand to pay for the eggs. Finally a third woman won the bid and paid 300 shillings for the 6 eggs. (500 shillings is about a quarter) She offered the eggs to the politician to honor him. He accepted and gave her praise then later gave the eggs back to the village to eat.
There were maybe around 150 kids and 35 adults in all.
Ron Rohrssen
Saturday, January 08, 2011
Uganda Team - Day 2
We reconnected with Florence Kyomya in Entebbe as she blessed us with her presence to bring us back to Jinja. It was a wonderful day full of travel and fellowship with Florence, Dan (driver), and Sarah from Hesed. When we arrived later at the Hesed guest house in Jinja we reconnected with Timothy Kyomya and enjoyed a wonderful dinner together.
Everyone is preparing for Sunday service at a nearby Anglican church. Mick will give the message, Ron will share his testimony, and Craig and Abby will lead a Children’s Service.
Ron
Everyone is preparing for Sunday service at a nearby Anglican church. Mick will give the message, Ron will share his testimony, and Craig and Abby will lead a Children’s Service.
Ron
Friday, January 07, 2011
Uganda Children's Ministry Team Has Safely Arrived
Our team to Uganda safely arrived in Entebbe. Ron sent this message:
Hello from Entebbe!
It was a little over 24 hours of travel time, but the team has arrived safely, on time, and all luggage arrived successfully. Praise the Lord!
Everyone is a bit tired from travel and jet lag, but nothing that a good night’s sleep won’t help tremendously. Thanks for the continued prayers and thoughts.
Here is short explanation of what they will be doing:
Traditionally children in Uganda have been entertained during church services while the adults attend the worship service. Our team will be helping the Busoga people establish and strengthen a children’s ministry program. This is a key step in growing mature Christians in the next generation.
Led by Timothy Kyomya, son of Michael and Florence who founded Hesed International, they have identified a group of Christian leaders with a gifting for children’s ministry. This initial ministry trip will lay the groundwork for long-term children’s ministry. This initial group will become the trainers that in turn train others in their local area for children’s ministry. We will continue to support Hesed International in this effort and in other ministry areas in the future.
Pastor Mick, Ron Rohrssen, and Craig and Abby Schultz will be training Ugandan church leaders over the next week.
Hello from Entebbe!
It was a little over 24 hours of travel time, but the team has arrived safely, on time, and all luggage arrived successfully. Praise the Lord!
Everyone is a bit tired from travel and jet lag, but nothing that a good night’s sleep won’t help tremendously. Thanks for the continued prayers and thoughts.
Here is short explanation of what they will be doing:
Traditionally children in Uganda have been entertained during church services while the adults attend the worship service. Our team will be helping the Busoga people establish and strengthen a children’s ministry program. This is a key step in growing mature Christians in the next generation.
Led by Timothy Kyomya, son of Michael and Florence who founded Hesed International, they have identified a group of Christian leaders with a gifting for children’s ministry. This initial ministry trip will lay the groundwork for long-term children’s ministry. This initial group will become the trainers that in turn train others in their local area for children’s ministry. We will continue to support Hesed International in this effort and in other ministry areas in the future.
Pastor Mick, Ron Rohrssen, and Craig and Abby Schultz will be training Ugandan church leaders over the next week.
Saturday, November 20, 2010
Seeing God Touch Lives
The Mexico Orphanage team of 14 people flew today to Monterrey, Mexico to serve with Back2Back Ministries. A team member writes:
Back2Back Ministries serves abandoned and neglected children in 12 separate orphanages by connecting short term mission teams from the United States with children’s homes in the Monterrey area. We hope to meet some of the children’s physical and spiritual needs, as well as be available to work as needed on any building, painting or cementing projects.
Pray for safety, good health and that we would be available for every need presented. Pray also that we would be an encouragement to the children, as well as the Back2Back staff, in each orphanage we visit. The staff works tirelessly to provide a safe and loving environment for these children.
Pray that our team comes home with a deeper appreciation of God’s amazing love and His special care for all His children. Our hope is to see God’s hands touch lives as we are obedient to His direction.
Back2Back Ministries serves abandoned and neglected children in 12 separate orphanages by connecting short term mission teams from the United States with children’s homes in the Monterrey area. We hope to meet some of the children’s physical and spiritual needs, as well as be available to work as needed on any building, painting or cementing projects.
Pray for safety, good health and that we would be available for every need presented. Pray also that we would be an encouragement to the children, as well as the Back2Back staff, in each orphanage we visit. The staff works tirelessly to provide a safe and loving environment for these children.
Pray that our team comes home with a deeper appreciation of God’s amazing love and His special care for all His children. Our hope is to see God’s hands touch lives as we are obedient to His direction.
Team Safely in Monterrey
Dave Kvindlog wrote: "The team arrived safely and on time in Monterrey. No luggage was lost either! No issues with customs. The Back2Back bus picked us up and we arrived at their facilities around 5pm. We're now oriented and ready to begin ministry tomorrow! Thank you all for your prayers. Pics will be posted soon."
Join the NCBC Mexico Orphanage Missions Trip 2010 group on Facebook for pictures as well as updates.
Join the NCBC Mexico Orphanage Missions Trip 2010 group on Facebook for pictures as well as updates.
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Serving Up Love
Thanksgiving in Mexico! Instead of serving up a platter of turkey, our Mexico Orphanage team will be serving up love with Back2Back Mexico, a mission that serves ten orphanages in Monterrey. The team will depart this Saturday, November 20, from the Eastern Iowa Airport, and return the following Friday, November 26.
Theresa Appleby, and daughter Christine, first served with Back2Back last year. They returned with a desire to lead a team from New Covenant. This year's team members are: Theresa Appleby, Christine Appleby, Rachel Prochaska, Ashley Goos, Tim Holderman, Jim and Angie Nowak, Sam Nowak, Katie Nowak, Dave and Beth Kvindlog, Elise Kvindlog, and T.J. Kvindlog and Chris Loewen. The team will spend Thanksgiving week playing with children, rocking babies, painting, doing construction, and helping in various ways.
“It was wonderful to see how the children responded to our affection last year despite the language barrier,” said Theresa. "I loved sharing in the process of helping those who labor there.”
Pray for the team as they care in the name of Christ down in Mexico.
Monday, August 09, 2010
Zimbabwe Team in Chicago - Aug 9
Just received word that the Zimbabwe Team has made it to Chicago. Their United flight to Cedar Rapids is listed as arriving at 6:15 PM in Cedar Rapids. Will update this post if anything changes.
Sunday, August 08, 2010
Zimbabwe Team Headed Home - Aug 8
Good news! I have received word that the Zimbabwe team made the first leg of the trip to Kenya successfull, and are now headed to Europe. They will be coming through Chicago and are scheduled to arrive on a United flight at 6:15 PM Cedar rapids Time on Monday, August 9. Will post any other updates I receive between now and then.
Saturday, August 07, 2010
Zimbabwe Team Ministry Week Update - Aug 7
We are still on the road to Harare. Thought I would take a moment to provide some updates for the week.
On Tuesday, we participated in a community boys soccer and girls netball (cross between ultimate Frisbee and basketball) tourney for the 18 schools in the area. This is sponsored by the MCDT (think FCA-like activity). A the end of the final soccer game that ended in a penalty shootout, we presented the donated AYSO jerseys and balls as prizes. Afterwards, Lance and the local ministry team shared the gospel with the approximately 800 kids and adults.
Don for the Zim Team
P.S. Pray for the revival service tonight.
You can go to this post for their schedule.
On Tuesday, we participated in a community boys soccer and girls netball (cross between ultimate Frisbee and basketball) tourney for the 18 schools in the area. This is sponsored by the MCDT (think FCA-like activity). A the end of the final soccer game that ended in a penalty shootout, we presented the donated AYSO jerseys and balls as prizes. Afterwards, Lance and the local ministry team shared the gospel with the approximately 800 kids and adults.
Don for the Zim Team
P.S. Pray for the revival service tonight.
You can go to this post for their schedule.
Monday, August 02, 2010
Zimbabwe Team Sat & Sun Update - Aug 2
Sat 31 July
After a long ride from the Harare to the Mushayamunda Village we had a short night's rest before the widows conference. We shared the blessing from New Covenant the name of Jesus Christ in the form of testimonies, teachings, prayer and gifts of clothing. There were approximately 250 widows some of who had walked 20 miles. We can't wait to share the pictures and video of the widows displaying the true joy of the Lord in the midst of their suffering. Saturday night we had a mini revival at the homestead. Brother Dave Estrem shared as well as Patti Ashbacher with a testimony. Thank you for sending us.
Don for the Zim team
Sunday 1 Aug
Sunday morning we enjoyed fellowship, singing, dancing, prayer and time in God's word together. Your bothers and sisters in Christ in Zimbabwe send you greetings at New Covenant. Don shared the message with testimony from sister Dixie. We also provided fluoride treatment and basic medical care for the widows on Saturday and continued into Sunday. Heavy program to start Monday...
Don for the Zim team
After a long ride from the Harare to the Mushayamunda Village we had a short night's rest before the widows conference. We shared the blessing from New Covenant the name of Jesus Christ in the form of testimonies, teachings, prayer and gifts of clothing. There were approximately 250 widows some of who had walked 20 miles. We can't wait to share the pictures and video of the widows displaying the true joy of the Lord in the midst of their suffering. Saturday night we had a mini revival at the homestead. Brother Dave Estrem shared as well as Patti Ashbacher with a testimony. Thank you for sending us.
Don for the Zim team
Sunday 1 Aug
Sunday morning we enjoyed fellowship, singing, dancing, prayer and time in God's word together. Your bothers and sisters in Christ in Zimbabwe send you greetings at New Covenant. Don shared the message with testimony from sister Dixie. We also provided fluoride treatment and basic medical care for the widows on Saturday and continued into Sunday. Heavy program to start Monday...
Don for the Zim team
Friday, July 30, 2010
Zimbabwe Team Luggage Made It!
Received this additional update from Dennis. He is from Zimbabwe and is the reason we are doing this trip. Here is his update:
I spoke to team this morning. They safely arrived in Zimbabwe. They were in Harare at my sister's house refreshing and repacking and getting ready for the 7 hour trip to the village. The bus needed some repairs so they were expecting it in about 2 hours. Everybody is in good spirits and excited about what lies ahead. WE GOT ALL THE BAGS THROUGH WITH NO LOSSES. This is the first team that went through without loss of bags en route, Praise God!
Dennis
I spoke to team this morning. They safely arrived in Zimbabwe. They were in Harare at my sister's house refreshing and repacking and getting ready for the 7 hour trip to the village. The bus needed some repairs so they were expecting it in about 2 hours. Everybody is in good spirits and excited about what lies ahead. WE GOT ALL THE BAGS THROUGH WITH NO LOSSES. This is the first team that went through without loss of bags en route, Praise God!
Dennis
Zimbabwe Team is in Zimbabwe - Jul 29
Here are some text messages sent by a team member at 11 PM (Iowa time) Thursday night:
Safely in Nairobi, Kenya, waiting for the last flight let to Harare. Still lacking sleep but the full day walking around London during our layover has helped flip our "body clocks."
Our team is working very well together, and ready to be used by the Lord as He so chooses.
Thanks for praying for us!
Don for the Team Zim
And then this text came in this morning:
Just landed safely in Harare, Zimbabwe.
The team will only have limited internet access in Zimbabwe, so it may be a while until we hear from them again.
Safely in Nairobi, Kenya, waiting for the last flight let to Harare. Still lacking sleep but the full day walking around London during our layover has helped flip our "body clocks."
Our team is working very well together, and ready to be used by the Lord as He so chooses.
Thanks for praying for us!
Don for the Team Zim
And then this text came in this morning:
Just landed safely in Harare, Zimbabwe.
The team will only have limited internet access in Zimbabwe, so it may be a while until we hear from them again.
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Zimbabwe Team -- in London! Jul 29
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Zimbabwe Update from Chicago - Jul 28
Praise God! All of the bags made it on the first leg to Chicago. For those who are in the aviation industry imagine an EMB-145 on a summer day with our literal ton of bags, heavy carry-ons, and a full flight. I (Don) would have never imagined it, but apparently they all made it. We were asked to bring more bags on the plane since the cargo hold was full. As we understand it only one bag was left behind (not ours). Pray that gentleman gets his bag very soon.
We are headed to the next gate for our London departure.
Blessings,
Don for team Zim
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Zimbabwe Team Schedule - Jul 28 to Aug 9
Here is a summary of what the Zimbabwe Team will be doing:
Wed - Jul 28 - Meet at Cedar Rapids Airport to depart for Zimbabwe (prayer with team just before Noon)
Fri - Jul 30 - Arrive in Zimbabwe around Noon local time
Sat - Jul 31 - Widows Conference
Sun - Aug 1 - Church - Widows Conference
Mon - Aug 2 - VBS - Revival
Tue - Aug 3 - VBS - Well Dedication - Revival
Wed - Aug 4 - VBS - Leadership Seminar - Revival
Thu - Aug 5 - VBS - Revival
Fri - Aug 6 - VBS - Revival
Sat - Aug 7 - Travel to Harrare - Evening Revival - Debrief
Sun - Aug 8 - Begin flights back to States at 1:15 PM local time
Mon - Aug 9 - Arrive back in Cedar Rapids - scheduled arrival 6:15 PM
They will also be painting blackboards, looking at power and water issues and possibly helping with gardening; and all 7 days have some sort of clinic available with limited hours.
Wed - Jul 28 - Meet at Cedar Rapids Airport to depart for Zimbabwe (prayer with team just before Noon)
Fri - Jul 30 - Arrive in Zimbabwe around Noon local time
Sat - Jul 31 - Widows Conference
Sun - Aug 1 - Church - Widows Conference
Mon - Aug 2 - VBS - Revival
Tue - Aug 3 - VBS - Well Dedication - Revival
Wed - Aug 4 - VBS - Leadership Seminar - Revival
Thu - Aug 5 - VBS - Revival
Fri - Aug 6 - VBS - Revival
Sat - Aug 7 - Travel to Harrare - Evening Revival - Debrief
Sun - Aug 8 - Begin flights back to States at 1:15 PM local time
Mon - Aug 9 - Arrive back in Cedar Rapids - scheduled arrival 6:15 PM
They will also be painting blackboards, looking at power and water issues and possibly helping with gardening; and all 7 days have some sort of clinic available with limited hours.
Monday, July 26, 2010
Zimbabwe Ministry Team Update - July 26
Dear Friends and Supporters,
Well this afternoon we had our team packing session. We packed 32 suitcases which will go in checked luggage during this session. The other 8 are already packed and had just a little room left in them. All in all we have 40 suitcases (approximately 50 lbs each) of soccer balls and uniforms, pens and pencils, medicine, food and clothing or 1 literal ton of stuff we are taking to Zimbabwe. It was amazing seeing all this stuff, which was donated in one form or another, fitting into the suitcases we have. My wife Amy said, it was sort of like the feeding of the 5000 in reverse. I have included some pictures of packing.
I was thinking about all that stuff as I went for a bike ride this evening and I happened to be riding by the new facility. I got a tour earlier this week. It’s a big place - over 100,000 sq. ft. I think I often limit God by how big my perception of Him is. Until I get something measurable I usually don’t even recognize how big it is and God is immeasurable - in others words - big.
The final song at church this morning was “We are the Body of Christ” which was a really cool send off for the team as our theme for the trip is, One Body, One Spirit and One God Eph. 4:4-6. Thanks for you prayers and support.
Doug Forret - Team Leader
Well this afternoon we had our team packing session. We packed 32 suitcases which will go in checked luggage during this session. The other 8 are already packed and had just a little room left in them. All in all we have 40 suitcases (approximately 50 lbs each) of soccer balls and uniforms, pens and pencils, medicine, food and clothing or 1 literal ton of stuff we are taking to Zimbabwe. It was amazing seeing all this stuff, which was donated in one form or another, fitting into the suitcases we have. My wife Amy said, it was sort of like the feeding of the 5000 in reverse. I have included some pictures of packing.
I was thinking about all that stuff as I went for a bike ride this evening and I happened to be riding by the new facility. I got a tour earlier this week. It’s a big place - over 100,000 sq. ft. I think I often limit God by how big my perception of Him is. Until I get something measurable I usually don’t even recognize how big it is and God is immeasurable - in others words - big. 
The final song at church this morning was “We are the Body of Christ” which was a really cool send off for the team as our theme for the trip is, One Body, One Spirit and One God Eph. 4:4-6. Thanks for you prayers and support.Doug Forret - Team Leader
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