It's hard to believe that we're practically half way through our workdays here in Gressier. Last night we were joined by several of the "big wigs" of TG who are keeping an eye on what's going on and working to establish additional networks. Crazy small world in that two of the guys who are part of this contingency are direct co-workers with the father of one of team members, Greg. Additionally, as a group you can see how we're really forming relationships with others who are here, both full time and short term. Needless to say, we're having a blast!
Here's today's rundown:
1. Ken and Tyler were back up at the latrine. They didn't quite get it done, but had a phenomenal time building relationships with local kids. Let's be honest...you can't beat that! Please pray for Tyler...the sun has been hitting him hard, despite the massive quantity of sunblock. We're going to rest him in the shade tomorrow and get him back to 100%.
2. Joe and John were back up on the roof. Framing is 95% done and we did get word that the metal for the roof. Therefore, they'll be able to spend at least a day or more on this project.
3. Suzanne, Dustin and Amy were back at the ND clinic. They continued to work relentlessly, seeing case after case. We continue to be thankful for the way each of them is specifically plugging in. After dinner, we had the chance to pray for the patients they've been caring for. (They were joined by one of the new people at the house Abby, who contributed one of today's photos).
4. Matt, Jon and Greg spent the day with Wes (a full time TG guy) and Eric (one of the team members from a group that's here from Kenosha, WI). We spent 10.5 hours away from the house...5.5 of them driving. We went to a school/church site hosted by Jesus in Haiti on the north side of the bay...virtually due north of where we are in Gressier. While there, we were hoping to upgrade a pump well and install water storage tanks and a filtering system. In the end we could only install the tanks and filter. We didn't have the right tools to upgrade the well :(.
Again...we love and miss each of you. Thank you for joining with us!
Today's photos:
1. Matt looking sexy about to jump in the water tank to install a fitting (in the end, Matt determined he was "too broad" and Jon got sent into the tank)2. Dustin just outside the medical compound checking out the street side booths selling various wares and food
3. The supply room of the clinic where Suzanne, Dustin and Amy have been working
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Great updates, love. Tell Tyler we'll be praying for him. Great to see some familiar faces in action.
ReplyDeleteWow, I can only imagine how awesome it must be serving God with such a great group of people. I am truly inspired by your hearts for service and your answer to God's call to “love you neighbor as yourself”. This is a real life example of obeying, sacrificing and following Jesus. Take Care!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the updates Jon. We continue to think of and pray for you all as well as those you are in relationship with. May God give you just an incredibly awesome time there. Please let Greg know we found his phone . . . right there on the van seat where he thought he'd left it. =) God is so good! Terri
ReplyDeleteThanks for the updates Jon! I link them on fb for others to read and pray through. We're praying and continue to pray for strength and joy through the Spirit, serving and loving through Him. And thanks especially for the pic of Matty G :) The kids will love it, and it's great to see that broad man o mine :)
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