Church
Our group was invited to "El Faro" Baptist Church in the 'Colonias' section of town. The hills are steep and sandy, the courtyard is hard-packed dry clay.. But the hearts are all full to the brim of God's unconditional love.
The church has around 40 people attending. It is in the foothills of Ensenada. The Pastor, Alfred, welcomed us with some English worship music and a sign written in English to make us feel at home. Four of our teens shared their testimonies; Will, Marie, Wyatt & Becca. The main message was delivered by Becca. The team presented four of our dramas. It was all well received. God presented us with an opportunity to do a building project for the church. Jason & Mark worked on the plans for building a classroom. Monday we will be building one or two classrooms depending on how much money we (students and leaders from Faith) can all donate to the project. The project is rather 'spur-of-the-moment' so we are relying purely on God's provision for plans and supplies. Pray for these 10'x12' classrooms, and the students who will one day soon fill them with laughter and God's love.
Carnival in the Park
In the early afternoon we all traveled to a local skate park where YWAM hosted a little 'Carnival' for the local teen of the area. There were 100's & 100's of kids from about 5 yrs to 25 yrs old. We manned all sorts of booths & outreach tents. From inflated bouncing tents to 'skee-ball' there was everything you would expect at a park-size carnival.
Many of our team was out of their comfort zone, not because of the Mexican language barrier, but because of the skate-park culture. It was fun and interesting to watch the inter actions. All the kids did a great job and had a lot of fun!
Prayer Walk
We ended the day with a prayer walk in a downtown area. God moved in many awesome ways as we strolled the streets, gave out sandwiches and prayed for the local people and establishments.
for the team - Marko
"But you are a chosen people, a royal preiesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His wonderful light."
1Peter 2:9
Our group was invited to "El Faro" Baptist Church in the 'Colonias' section of town. The hills are steep and sandy, the courtyard is hard-packed dry clay.. But the hearts are all full to the brim of God's unconditional love.
The church has around 40 people attending. It is in the foothills of Ensenada. The Pastor, Alfred, welcomed us with some English worship music and a sign written in English to make us feel at home. Four of our teens shared their testimonies; Will, Marie, Wyatt & Becca. The main message was delivered by Becca. The team presented four of our dramas. It was all well received. God presented us with an opportunity to do a building project for the church. Jason & Mark worked on the plans for building a classroom. Monday we will be building one or two classrooms depending on how much money we (students and leaders from Faith) can all donate to the project. The project is rather 'spur-of-the-moment' so we are relying purely on God's provision for plans and supplies. Pray for these 10'x12' classrooms, and the students who will one day soon fill them with laughter and God's love.
Carnival in the Park
In the early afternoon we all traveled to a local skate park where YWAM hosted a little 'Carnival' for the local teen of the area. There were 100's & 100's of kids from about 5 yrs to 25 yrs old. We manned all sorts of booths & outreach tents. From inflated bouncing tents to 'skee-ball' there was everything you would expect at a park-size carnival.
Many of our team was out of their comfort zone, not because of the Mexican language barrier, but because of the skate-park culture. It was fun and interesting to watch the inter actions. All the kids did a great job and had a lot of fun!
Prayer Walk
We ended the day with a prayer walk in a downtown area. God moved in many awesome ways as we strolled the streets, gave out sandwiches and prayed for the local people and establishments.
for the team - Marko
"But you are a chosen people, a royal preiesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His wonderful light."
1Peter 2:9
4 comments:
Hey, This is for Wyatt. Just wanted to let you know that Matt and I are praying for you every day. It looks like you guys are having a really awesome time down there and really making an impact. I was just telling Matt that I wish I was down there too! You're inspiring us, lol :) i bet you were pretty happy to be able to find a guitar to play too... Hope you're having a great time! Miss you and love you!
Christen :)
Wow how fun!!! Kaylee loved seeing you up in front talking too!!! Everyone is doing so well!!!! I am so excited for what God is going to do and how He will provide money to build the classrooms. Praying for you all!!!! Have a great day serving Jesus!!!!
Love Heidi and kids
How cool for the four of you to give testimonies and Becca giving the main message (in spanish?) God is so good to provide the opportunity. Have a great day building!
Love Sue & Dave
Hey Ky! Love seeing you in the pictures! We are busy "building", that is painting this week too. Getting the house ready. We painted your room today. Grandpa & Grandma H. came on Sunday to help this week. The cool thing about you building these classrooms, is one day in heaven you will meet the kids/adults who came to know Jesus in this building. Awesome!
Praying daily for you!
Love ya, Mom & Dad
ps Dad caught the biggest walleye on his B.Waters trip!
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