There is a connection that exists even when you have never met a person but find out that they are from your city, state, church or whatever. There is also such a deep need met when you know that there are people who are standing with you.
These were the emotions flowing last week as we hosted a team from Lifegate Church. Pastor Connie brought us an incredible team of 7 of which we only knew her but from the moment that they arrived, we knew we were with our 'people'!! They served, ministered, encouraged and blessed!
They hit the ground running at our Chiminisijuan clinic! Tess made her famous 'triangle necklaces' out of balloons! Some of the team played soccer and a few observed the ultrasounds of our pre-natal patients. Their interaction with the people was such a blessing and brought out many smiles from the kids and adults waiting to be seen!
Alex helping with prenatals.
Our new friend, Hilary, joined right in with the team. It was a joy to meet her and get a peek at her heart! We look forward to seeing more of her!
Day 2: Go build a stove for a widow that uses an open fire in her house for cooking. And by the way, you will have to drive on muddy roads and hike to her house while carrying some very heavy materials! And they did! The widow's son was so appreciative that he called that night to thank them again for the gift of the stove and for taking care of his mom. Oh.my.heart!
Everyone in!!
Gringas! We filled the entire place with English and laughter!
Sharing before clinic started - English to Spanish to Quiche!
We worshiped the Lord together!
In Spanish ...
... and in English!
Between game nights, staring contests, pool tournaments and consuming a lot of food, our hearts were full and our souls refreshed by the fellowship!
Thank you Lifegate team for bringing a little bit of home to our home! Praying for all that the Lord did in you, in us and in the Guatemalans that were touched by your time here! You blessed us!
