Most listed followers of this blog are parents and members at Mt. Horeb United Methodist Church. I wanted to take a moment to tell you what a remarkable experience this has been for the whole team. As a leader, I have seen our youth jump into any and every project they have been asked to acomplish. Our task have been quite varied--we have presented VBS in several churches, some went out on a medical mission, we have helped mix and pour cement on a 6000 sq. ft. building to serve as an orphanage, we have chopped weeds with a machete (so parents don't blame me when your child brings one home-they really did use them to do the Lord's work), and prepared a chicken house to be re-screened in the fall so it can house 5000 chickens. Today we scattered a truck load of rock to provide better drainage for the orphange to reduce malaria risk. No matter the task, it has been carried out with enthusiasm and in a Christ-like manner.
I have been privileged to hear comments from other mission teams as well as from the people in Haiti about our group. Without exception, every comment is a complement. We have an incredible group of young people who are investing 9 days of their lives to bring change for children in Haiti. Mt. Horeb, be proud! You are an incredible church who has invested in 15 young people who are going to spend the rest of their lives changing the world.
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Thank you so much for the report Brian! Apart from my own child being part of the team, I have a connection to almost all of these youth in one way or the other. I have taught many of these youth and traveled with others. Students probably think we forget about them after they leave or classes, but that is so far from reality. I can say that reading each of their blogs has both inspired me and brought tears to my eyes. It has also influenced me to be a better person. We can learn so much from their example this past week. I can't wait for them to return, but at the same time, I wish they could stay longer to continue to reflect God's glory and advance his kingdom.
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And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the Lord's glory, are being transformed into his likeness with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit.
Thanks Pastor Brian. It does a heart good to hear that our youth have not only impacted the people of Haiti, but other mission teams as well with their great attitudes. I, like Angela, know many of these students, one being my own, and the rest being friends of hers. I knew they were a great group before they left the church parking lot, but getting validation from other people is wonderful. We look forward to hearing more stories and seeing pictures and video upon your return. Praying that tomorrow will be a wonderful last day in Haiti followed by a safe and incident-free flight home.
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ReplyDeleteThanks for your post! We're so excited that this has been an awesome, life-changing experience for everyone! Thanks for all you've done to make this trip possible! It's wonderful to hear how God is working among you, to benefit the Haiti people, and to show our youth the value of helping and loving others. Can't wait to see you all back home safe and sound! God bless, Chris and Tami Shealy
It's June again!
ReplyDeleteThank you Pastor Brain for being with these wonderful children...truly gifts that Mt. Horeb needs to treasure! God is so good and so amazing each and every day He chooses to bless us all and for you and the team to see Him at work in all the work you are doing....I am SURE God is smiling and planning bigs things for you all!!! These "children" are amazing!!! I too have seen each one step up with joy, humility and love to answer any call. I am sure this experience has made many life changing decisions. I thank God for each of you and pray your trip home will be a wonderful time of reflection and re-committment to continue the work God has planned for each of you and us here at home! Hurry home my friends and sweet children!!!! Your families and church family can not wait to see and hear ALL you have to share! Thank you all for answering God's call...for being His hands and feet...for loving unconditionally!!!!! I love you guys!!!!!