Hey everyone! We made it safe! All our flights were shorter than expected and got in early. And we all made it thru immigration and customs with no issues. And the biggest question of all ... any lost luggage NO!!! Woohoo!!!
We have 2 other churches here with us from Ohio and Tennessee. They're all great and bring a lot to the table.
It's toasty warm, but a beautiful Bahamian breeze that just can't be beat.
Tonight will consist of our very own Brad Corrie leading worship, with a large group devotional time. Tomorrow will be our first day on our worksites and we are ready to go!
Please pray for our initial interactions with the Haitians tomorrow. Although some of us feel like we're back at home, we still need to start at square 1 with introductions, letting people know what we're doing, and start all the awesome things we get to do to share the beautiful news of Jesus Christ! Also pray for a healthy night of sleep for us all.
We love you and we thank you for your prayers!
Feel free to leave us comments!
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We thank God for the safe traveling mercies. We will continue to pray that His hand of protection will rest on each one of you as you share the Good News of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Relax and enjoy the wonderful treasures He has in store for you.
ReplyDeleteLove and prayers, Shirley and Matt Cousino
We are so glad to hear you guys made it safely to Nassau, and hope that everyone will be blessed by their time there. Our prayers are with all of you. Love ya guys!
ReplyDelete-Stace, Abby, and Steph.
P.S. If you catch a lizard name it Frank :)
"In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven." -Matthew 5:16
We are very happy to hear that you arrived safely. Praying for God's light to be shown through each and every one of you. Much love to you all!
ReplyDeleteDon, Amy, Sammi and Ryan
Goodnight and sweet dreams. We join our prayers of thanksgiving with yours for your safe and uneventful journey to Nassau! Great is God's faithfulness! Kirk, Angi, Daniel & Joel Kubias
ReplyDeleteAir conditioning is overated. Go out and change the little piece of the world God has placed you in today! Mark Wrigley
ReplyDeleteGod is so good! Hope u all had a rested night & can't wait to hear how the introductions go!
ReplyDeleteGod is indeed so good!! Thanking him with you for the traveling mercies. Praying for you throughout the day to be His hands and feet and to rest secure in knowing that God has thoroughly equipped you for every good work.
ReplyDelete2 Timothy 3:17 We love you, and He loves you even more. Jamie, Lori, Brendan and Brian
1 John 3:1 - 2
ReplyDeleteHow great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know Him. Dear friends, now we are children of God and what we will be has not yet been made known, but we know that when he appears, we shall be like him, for we shall see Him as he is.
Hey all you children of God!!! Glad to hear it's been smooth sailing! I chose the above scripture because it's something I easily forget; being God's child. I get bogged down in worries, troubles, and end up putting limitations on what I can do and what I am. Heck, THERE ARE NO limitations as long as we are in His Will and His Word. Are you kidding me?! None. We shouldn't feel shy, embarrassed, not smart enough, not good enough ... remember we are God's children. We can do and be all He wants us to be! Let's open our hearts and minds to His Holy Spirit. Let ourselves be made whole, replenished, and get connected with Him. GEAR UP!! Love you guys!
RY - Jarrod started STAT today and was super excited to get on the bus this AM! He is such a happy, sweet guy. The racoon was back last night and ate all the cat food again. Ugh. I added some cards to your bag; I hope you found them. I hope you like them. You're the best RY! I love you to pieces and am so proud of you! Be careful and have fun, Mum
Jamie,
ReplyDeleteWhen Arlena has a minute, can you allow her to view this link? We have a bit of an inside joke and this will make her laugh. If it doesn't happen no big deal. I emailed it to her for when she comes home. Thanks!
http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/37820841/ns/today-today_people?GT1=43001
Dear Gabe,
ReplyDeleteI'm praying for you and I hope you're having a good time in your long-sleeved outfits. I can't wait until you come home. We found a fossil...
Love, Ijah
Gabey.....
ReplyDeleteWhat would you do for a water bottle, deodorant, and sunglasses right now?
We love you, Bro!
The Littles
Hi Arlena,
ReplyDeleteAgain, God answers prayers! Congratulations! You got the job at Chic Fil A. Just ck'd your msgs & Bruce wants you to call him Saturday on his cell when you get back. Orientation on Monday! We love and miss you.
Shana, we love you. Hope you are feeling good. We are praying for you and the rest of the mission team and hope that God touches each of you in a special way. God is good all the time! All the time God is good!
ReplyDeletehold on a second, I need to turn down the AC a bit....O.K. I'm back....
ReplyDelete-The golden rule is of no use whatsoever unless you realize it is your move. Dr. Frank Crane
-I expect to pass through life but once. If, therefore, there be any kindness I can show, or any good thing I can do for any fellow being, let me do it now....as I shall not pass this way again. William Penn
-A man is called selfish not for pursuing his own good, but for neglecting his neighbor's. Richard Whately
.....All these guys had to do is to quote Jesus' great commandment which said it all. No further clarifications needed! Mark Wrigley
Great pictures! Nice hat, Charles Miller!
ReplyDelete-your nemesis, Elijah
Great picture, Mr. Chuck! It was so nice of the guy at your house to let us take a spin on your Harley! There's just one little dent....
Giddy and Mals
Well I finally got a second to sit down and conmment!
ReplyDeleteSo proud of you all!!!
Brad, I had to close the AC vent in your room...you can see your breath down there!!!
How much do you miss it???
I sit here astonished at how God moves thru you!
You make me proud and I am certain God is glorified by your effort and what you doing there!
Remember,"Without God, you can do nothing -- without you, God will do nothing! You choose God and because of that choice, He is working a marvel...thru you!...because of that choice!!!
I love you!!!
Love you all!
Hi Jamie,
ReplyDeleteI had some trouble posting a comment yesterday. Hoping to figure it out today. So glad to hear that the trip is going well, and that everyone is safe and healthy. Brandon, Becca, and I miss you so much already. Becca asks "Where daddy go?" every morning (since of course they're both in our bed!) We love you and are praying for you! Can't wait to hear more about your trip!
Michelle, Brandon, and Becca :)
Hi Arlena,
ReplyDeleteCan't wait for you to fil us completely in as I am sure so much more has happened than what we all see on the blog. I'm so proud of you. It was great to see you using your God Given talent of art for his glory and sharing it with the people at All Saints. I hope you also had a chance to meet Miss Molly. She sounds like a remarkable woman. We miss you and will see you Saturday. Love you!