To answer a question from the comments: Jack – no, Jeff hasn’t wrecked the van. Please talk to your wife.
Today was another busy day. All of the kids are working very hard. Chloe, Annie, and Julie and the rest of their crew removed tile and installed new. They enjoyed putting scriptures and pictures on the bottom of the tiles before putting them down. Shannon, Peter, Janet and the rest of their crew really touched their homeowner by cleaning her kitchen even though it wasn’t on the “official” list of tasks. She is disabled and wasn’t able to keep it up. She felt so blessed by their presence. Katie, Mac, Barb and the rest of their crew continued cleaning the school. The carpets are really looking good! Alex, Jenna W, Jenna F, and Sherri and the rest of their crew unloaded a truck of donated goods, broke down boxes, sorted recycling and then went to Culver’s since they were working in the hot sun all day. Garrett, Melanie, Jeff and the rest of their crew removed a railroad tie retaining wall that was 4 feet tall and 50 yards long. Jeff broke the handle of a shovel and managed to whack himself in the face with it. There was no blood and the mark is not permanent. His good looks remain. David, Mara, Jake, Leslie and the rest of their crew spent time in a ginormous freezer at a food pantry. Chase, Danny, and Linda continued at the Thrift Store. Chase got to work the cash register. Linda found her missing phone. They are one day closer to their fashion show.
Reports on the rest of the crews will follow tomorrow.
Jay led our devotions this evening after a powerful service. The group shared many thoughts and feelings. They are growing closer to God and to each other. It is proving to be a powerful week.
Your 2011 Youth Mission Trip Participants
It's great to hear about all the wonderful things you're doing for others! My prayer has been that God finds you, encourages you, comforts you and loves you in the most unexpected ways -- not only this week, but for the rest of your lives. I hope you're soaking up all the special experiences you're able to share together.
ReplyDeleteAfter 4.5 days of not seeing (or even talking with) my family, I'm going on the record to say that a clean, clutter-free and quiet house is not a HOME. Hope you truly enjoy the rest of your 'Week of Hope', and that your trip home is fun and safe.
See you soon!
Nancy
where are pix?
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