(Ted Bryant)
Today was a day of next steps for everyone. Our day was once again focused on the people of Cadereyta. For a warm-up (literally) we did a 5 hour concrete pour (2 concrete mixers going full out) of the new ministry building in the community. This was really special for us since we were one of the groups last year that started working on the foundation for the center. So, helping pour the concrete floor that will eventually hold many people worshiping God and experiencing His love - it was an honor today. That being said. . . whoa! it was HOT! I think that we were all chugging water just to try and keep up with how much was coming out. Part of our group loved on the kids during this time with piggy back rides, tickling games, flying kids in circles, and a random run-off-a-platform-into-our-arms game, which was a fan favorite!!
After we finished with the concrete work, we took the kids to a huge pool at a park, where we got to swim and just have fun for a few hours. It was amazing to be able to just hang with the kids and be a part of their joy. They were so happy to be playing with no worries. Then, we grilled some hot dogs for them and had a huge cookout. . . needless to say, they were ecstactic. . . it is such an honor to bring the love of Jesus to these kids - thanks to all of you for your prayers and support. Seriously, you are a very real part of our experience, and we all have so much gratitdue for your participation. At the end of the cookout, we handed out back-packs full of school supplies for all the kids who had graduated from pre-school and 6th grade. . . what a joy! After we had said goodbye, we ended the day with a treat at the "Pollo Loco" ~ the crazy chicken. Yes, it was crazy good and hit the spot. What a great day!
Several of our students spoke of how real God felt today as they were broken physically, and leaned on Him for support. . . and guess what. . . He came through perfectly - He always does, He is a God who loves to save the day, and we were honored to be able to join in the adventure today! To GWedsod be the Glory.
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Hey Mexico team,
What a blessing you are to those people and children and an inspiration to all of us who read the blogs. Thanks for all you are doing!! God Bless you Corey, Ted, DC and other leaders
The Dittos
If you don't believe one person can make a difference, you've never been in bed with a mosquito. You guys are making a difference! You're changing lives! You're changing the world! Woo-Hoo!
Amanda & Katie:
I'm sorry you're both under the weather. I hope today is a better day and you're feeling fine. I'd say more but it would just be weird Mom stuff nobody wants to hear. HUGS to you both.
Ann
Nate ... we need you to pour us a new driveway with all that you are learning ... more comments on the Wednesday photos page ... love ya
You know I just couldn't let it go.... so... I just have to give a shout out to "PaTwinkie".
Lookin good out there!
You Know Who!
Stephen Dude!
So glad you have that hat - I can pick you out in the pictures really fast, which have been awesome to see EACH DAY.... several times a day.
Good to see Isaac too. Keep building memories and muscles. See you soon!
Aunt Vickie
PS: Debriefing is at 5pm Sunday - Can't wait.... I think I actually miss your hugs... go figure!
What an amazing group you are!!! We have enjoyed all of the pictures and have been able to relay what is going on each day to anyone who will listen! The impact you are having and leaving will never be fully known. Keep it up and know we are cheering for you very loudly. Tell Stephen we said howdy and not to worry Samson is guarding his room from Franklin. Good thing Franklin can move quickly. Oh yeah, tell Isaac hey for us.
Mom, Dad and David
Isaac you are awesome! Don;t forget, you own me when you come back! Best of fun to the rest of the team, wish I was there with you again! Love to all! Especially Kasie!
Courtney Anderson
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