Monday, January 19, 2009

The Latest from the border(not boarder)

Hola canadians!

So Kris isn't here at the moment so there won't be any pictures because we're inept. However hopefully it will be enough to hold you over til then.

So a few updates since our last blog: We have worked at the Mission, the Church across the line, and some work in Mascarenas. Today is our day off so we have some time to update you. Otherwise we have been pretty busy and wil continue to be busy this week.

The Mission (Cross Roads Mission Rescue) is a facility like those we have in Canada for homeless (ex: Mustard Seed) but its orientated toward the illegals in the states. When they make it over the line they are left with nothing so the Mission provides meals and clothes. We worked in the kitchen and did some work with the clothing there on Saturday. We made lunches and helped with serving and setup for lunch.

Our work across the line (border) in Mexico at the Church with Darwin has been awesome! We have painted the inside (as you saw) and now the outside including doors, and the metal fencing around the church. We since have been a part of the sunday school yesterday and we were the service afterwards. It was a grand experience as we were able to do skits, testimonies and a little bit of preaching with some help from translation.

Yesterday after the church service we journeyed out to Mascarenas to do some work at the church there. The whole group worked on a trench where a rock wall will be built. However because of Nick's back he was unable to to help so he (I) went with Darwin and the pastor to visit people around the community.

Prayer Requests for the Team:
Kris: He is doing better! Praise Item!
Jenn: Keep praying for her Kidney Infection and her back.
Ryan: He is feeling a lot better but not quite 100%.
Michelle: Health would be good.
Tovah: She would stay healthy!
Nick: Back injury

Gomez's

Darwin & Mary-ann

thank you all so much for your prayers and support, please continue to pray for these things. God Bless

Until Next Time
Nick Joyal & Ryan the Dittman Jimmy

3 comments:

Ro said...

Sounds wonderful guys! We can't wait to hear all the many little details of each experience & see all the pictures when you all get back. We are so proud of you all. The work you are doing is so important. May God continue to use each one of you to reach out to those in need. And may His light continue to shine forth from each one of you to all those around you, to bring more into a close & deeper relationship with Him. God Bless you guys. Take care & be safe! We love you!
Love Mom (Ro)& Loren

Nani and Nana said...

Thanks again Mexico. You have done so well to keep us updated. Glad for the variety of experiences you are having. It means so much to folks there, Thanks for being faithful servant even when you face the challenges of aches and pains or not feeling well.

Bless You! Bless you!! We are praying!

Rob

Lynne said...

I'm looking forward to hearing more about your experiences when you get back. We spent several days helping in Mascarenas 6 years ago now. Hope you continue to have your "world-view" expanded.
I'm wondering if you could ask Leonie to get in touch with me if she is still with your group. Thanks and God Bless

Lynne