And We're Off
Today was a busy day.
I still can’t get my mind off how cool the web cast was today. To be able to address my church family while here in Guaymas was cool beyond all measure. Thanks to Jay, Rob Will, and Rob Durst for all their hard work to make that happen. It was a moment to remember.
After the web cast we went to worship at the Iglesia de Cristo. Sunday School was completely in Spanish. Regular worship was translated, but because of the PA system it was still difficult to follow. Mostly it was like being locked in a room for an hour and a half with Charlie Brown’s parents. I was struck by the heartfelt worship of our Mexican brothers and sisters. Their singing is so loud, and they don’t care one bit how it sounds. It is beautiful to hear God's people cry out to him.
After church we ate at El Pollo Feliz (the happy chicken). I’m not sure how happy the chicken could be traveling that quickly down my digestive track. Cory, our resident chicketarian was extremely happy and every one else seemed to like it as well.
Then we went to work.
The clinic opened only for the members of the church. This gave them the chance to test traffic flow, and reach out to the members. The outreach team passed out flyers for the clinic and the revival. We got to see a lot of the community surrounding the clinic. We tried to get to the homes close to the clinic, so maybe they can get there tomorrow. The rest of the out group worked on finishing the exam tables. By 5:30 much was accomplished and the fun was just beginning.
This evening we had a cookout with the church members. There was much laughter and much conversation. There was a very competitive soccer game started, some skateboarding going on (compliments of the Backi), and enough hotdogs and hamburgers for everyone. As you looked around the compound it looked like a single church having a church picnic. I honestly believe a common meal is one of Christ’s great gifts to the church.
Tomorrow the real schedule begins. Please pray that the people who most need medical help, and those who most need the help of the Great Physician will be handed a flyer tomorrow.
By the way, Meghan and Jessie were unstoppable during the soccer game.
I still can’t get my mind off how cool the web cast was today. To be able to address my church family while here in Guaymas was cool beyond all measure. Thanks to Jay, Rob Will, and Rob Durst for all their hard work to make that happen. It was a moment to remember.
After the web cast we went to worship at the Iglesia de Cristo. Sunday School was completely in Spanish. Regular worship was translated, but because of the PA system it was still difficult to follow. Mostly it was like being locked in a room for an hour and a half with Charlie Brown’s parents. I was struck by the heartfelt worship of our Mexican brothers and sisters. Their singing is so loud, and they don’t care one bit how it sounds. It is beautiful to hear God's people cry out to him.
After church we ate at El Pollo Feliz (the happy chicken). I’m not sure how happy the chicken could be traveling that quickly down my digestive track. Cory, our resident chicketarian was extremely happy and every one else seemed to like it as well.
Then we went to work.
The clinic opened only for the members of the church. This gave them the chance to test traffic flow, and reach out to the members. The outreach team passed out flyers for the clinic and the revival. We got to see a lot of the community surrounding the clinic. We tried to get to the homes close to the clinic, so maybe they can get there tomorrow. The rest of the out group worked on finishing the exam tables. By 5:30 much was accomplished and the fun was just beginning.
This evening we had a cookout with the church members. There was much laughter and much conversation. There was a very competitive soccer game started, some skateboarding going on (compliments of the Backi), and enough hotdogs and hamburgers for everyone. As you looked around the compound it looked like a single church having a church picnic. I honestly believe a common meal is one of Christ’s great gifts to the church.
Tomorrow the real schedule begins. Please pray that the people who most need medical help, and those who most need the help of the Great Physician will be handed a flyer tomorrow.
By the way, Meghan and Jessie were unstoppable during the soccer game.
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