in Jamaica, June 20 to June 26, 2010
Arrival
by PPM staff June 20, 2010 at 08:43 PM We have arrived in Jamaica safe and sound! All travel went smoothly. After packing up the bus and meeting with the other group we headed into town for some Jamaican jerk chicken. We then drove south to the town of Maggotty where we will be staying for the week. Got settled in at our guesthouse before heading east to Balaclava. We met Pastor Claude Williams and some leaders at the church. After having dinner in Balaclava we headed back to the guesthouse to get ready for bed and prepare for tomorrow. We will post a team picture as soon as we get better internet access! Keep you posted! Thanks for your prayers!
Monday: work, ministry, rain..
by PPM Staff June 21, 2010 at 01:54 PM Today has been great thus far. We were off to a quick start this morning by sharing in morning devotions at the Balaclava Primary School. Afterwards, we split into different groups for ministry. One group went to the Missionaries of Charity home, another went to be involved in the construction of Michelle's house, and another joined Damian at the Manse (or parsonage) as they tore out an old roof on the "catch me" tank and prepared the exterior of the home for painting. We're excited about what God is doing. After a long afternoon rain shower, during which we shared our life stories with each other, we headed out to the local community center where our team is currently playing games and interacting with well over 100 children. Another team is at the Missionaries of Charity right now and we're looking forward to a church service tonight in Roses Valley! We love you all back home! The password to post comments for our team is "prayers" 
Hard at workby PPM Staff June 21, 2010 at 02:12 PM Some of our team members began work on Michelle's house this morning. Tomorrow we're ready to lay a little more block and hopefully pour the foundation, and then begin the walls!
Ministry continues
by PPM Staff June 22, 2010 at 09:07 AM Our ministry is continuing today as we progress with the work projects at both the Manse and at Michelle's new home. We've got another group serving at the Missionaries of Charity and our team from San Diego is out in Roses Valley today once again. We're excited for another afternoon of sports ministry, outreach and time at the Missionaries of Charity. God is so good! We're having an amazing week
Wednesday
by PPM Staff June 23, 2010 at 10:17 AM It’s Wednesday morning and our team has been hard at work at the Manse and out at the site for Michelle’s new home. We were blessed to be able to spend some time with Michelle yesterday as she was around at the work site. One of our teams is working on putting together the bunk beds that are for her home and we’re excited to give those to her towards the end of this week. This afternoon we’ll be spending more time at the community center with the children from the area and we’ll continue our ministry at the Missionaries of Charity home. God is good and we continue to be blessed by our time in Balaclava. Please continue to pray for us, especially for a few that are not quite feeling well. Thanks for your continued prayers and support.
Final days in Jamaica
by PPM Staff June 25, 2010 at 06:41 PM The past couple of days we've seen God work in really neat ways. Michelle's home is nearly finished, it needs a couple windows and a cement floor and she'll be ready to move in. Our team finished painting about seventy five percent of the interior of the Balaclava Baptist Church. We also had a great time ministering to the children and youths through sports at the community center. The Balaclava Baptist Church showed us great appreciation by having a special service for us and giving each of us a certificate of appreciation. Today is Friday and although it's rained most of the day (like a lot of the week) we enjoyed our time at YS Falls swimming, going on a zip line adventure, and relaxing. We're currently in Mandeville eating dinner and getting ready to head back to our guest house in Maggotty, which I'm sure all of us will miss to some extent. Especially those 3am morning roosters! Tomorrow we'll be hitting the beach briefly before we head back home to all of you. Pray for safe travel and provision. We've had an amazing week and God has done wonderful things. We'll see you all soon! |
 bob and vicki kalonickI did this wrong the first time...not sure where that message went.
I know this has been a memorable and wonderful week for all of you.
Shelley we have missed you.. looking forward to having you back
and having the opportunity to hear about the wonderful things you
have experienced.
We loved having the boys.. even though we had two days without power, translated to.. no air conditioning, lights, TV or Computer. We did discover
that we could have a great time without all of those things.
The boys were great and we really miss them. They are so much fun.
Thanks for letting us spend special time with them. Love them So.
We continue to keep you and all in our thoughts and prayers.
DialsPraying for you every day! I'm proud to know all you senior girls are sweating it for the Lord :-). Love you!...and ready to hear all the great stories from your week! Shell, miss you friend. Picked up the phone several times this week to call and that was my reminder for pray for the team! Praying for safe travels home!
Saddle Ridge RanchKnockity-knock...is anybody there, mon? We need a new post from Jamaica ...and a new pic :) Still praying for you!!
Scott StevensKnow you guys must be tired tonight, but it's a "good tired" isn't it? Nothing quite like giving your all in service to God by serving others. Seems like Jesus even said that He came to serve rather than to be served. You have followed in His steps this week. Enjoy your day tomorrow and we look forward to seeing you soon. Wonder how God will use your experience this week to guide you in the coming days, weeks, and years? It will be awesome to see!
Kim & Gary WarringtonWe have been praying for the trip all we and know God is being glorified through your efforts. Love and Miss you Zach!
Grandpa and Grandma EricsonSo good to read the reports and to learn that you, John, and the others are working hard on your projects. What a wonderful experience for all of you. You will come back home humbled by what you have compared to those you are helping. We continue praying for you, John, and the others.
Bussell Boys!Hey Forest Hills We've been praying that you would be a help to the people of Jamaica, that you would draw closer to God, and that you would find really great souvenirs for your loved ones in Nashville! T-shirts are ok, but hand crafted wrist bands or vases really do the trick. Mugs are nice. Shelley me and the boys miss you terribly. They got back Wed (your mom's house lost power). Also generally I'm a size medium.
Julianne MurphyHey team!! Just wanted to let ya'll know that you have been in my prayers every day this week and continue to be! It's so good to hear about what you guys are doing over there and how much you all are touching people's lives and hearts, all for His glory! :) That is so awesome! Looking forward to having all of you guys back in Nashvegas...Matthew 5:16 has me thinking of y'all: It says, "In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven." :) Praying for ALL of you!
Scott, Theresa, and Matthew EvattHi everyone! We can't believe that the week is almost over! We know that you have all been such an inspiration to everyone there. We can't wait to hear the stories you have to tell. We know God is doing great things in your lives as well as in the lives of those you all are ministering to. Make the most of the last few days. We miss you Katie, its very quiet here when you are gone!
lumi-Mom, Dad, Matthew and Socks
Molly PhillipsWow, I can't believe the week is almost over. Can't wait to hear wonderful stories of your adventures. We pray for God's continued work through each of you and the many people you are touching this week. Hope folks are feeling better this morning. Abby - got any bug spray left. Scooter misses you. Look forward to seeing you soon.
Melissa WootenI am praying for you all this morning as you begin your 5th day in Jamaica. We hope everyone is feeling better and is prepared for another great day of work and ministry. May God fill you with his love and give you the words to say and the strength to do what is asked of you today! I miss you Zachary! Hope you are having an amazing time and look forward to hearing all about it! Love you!
Kathy JonesI look forward to reading your updates each evening. Sorry to hear of those not feeling well. Will be praying for quick recovery. Pictures are great if you can post more so we can see you!! Praying for you all!
Debbie StevensATTITUDE CHECK!!!?! How's everybody? WWJDJ....what would Jesus do in Jamaica?!! I am praying right now for a cool breeze and a good night's sleep for you all tonight. I know you are all working hard (especially you..Angel Boy, Tanner). Thank you ALL for representing FHBC and our Lord in such a FINE way! Is this week YOUR kairos moment???? Can't wait to hear your stories! The front pews sure were empty last Sunday...looking forward to having you back in your places:) God bless you ALL!!!!!
Anita AuvilleHey Everyone,
So glad your trip is going well and it's great to be able to see pictures and hear about the amazing things you are doing.
Love and miss you Cole!
Bert-Linda ClouseTHIS IS FOR #4 praying for you and everyone there, may GODS blesings be all around you. You are LOVED and missed but we know you are doing what you do best-- Gods work ! We are also praying for those not feeling well. All is good here-- getting the farm ready for the party on Saturday. To all there -- BE SAFE ! LOVE TO ALL.
Sarah WootenZach,
I am glad to hear the good news from your trip! I hope you are not one of the people not feeling well! :( Hope everyone gets to feeling better soon! Guess what?!? I am officially a Belmont Bruin! I just got accepted today! Thought you would like to know! LOL! Love you!
Todd YoungThanks for all the updates! It is great keeping up with how God is using you all! Keep up the good work and know that you're being prayed for!
Theresa EvattIt is great to get to see a picture of you all! I am praying for all of you and I know that God is working in each of you and allowing you to share your story and testimonies in ways that will touch the lives of others and be glorifying to Him. Have fun and enjoy this special time in your life! Miss you!
Rebecca WidmerI am so happy that you guys are there! miss you all like crazy! I am praying for you all and know that God is going to use you in amazing and mighty ways this week. In Psalm 46:10 it says "Be still and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations. I will be exalted in all the earth." This is my prayer for you guys. That you would know that God is never going to leave you and that his name will be known to all that you share with there. love you guys! can't wait to hear about the trip!
Carrie, Wayne, Debbie, Annie, Kaitlyn, Julianne,Remember this song?? "Lord, you have searched me and know me. You know everything I do. When i rise up, when i lie down, you are with me through and through!" Before a word is on my tongue, you know what i will say, your presence follows me day by day!" Psalm 139. We love you guys and are praying for you each day! God bless each of you!
Guy and Marha PattersonWe are happy to hear that things are going well. I know the Lord is going to touch both your life as well as others this week. Enjoy the moment and be assured we are praying for you and the team.
The DaysWe're proud of you guys! Stay safe and have fun! We miss you Dalton
Martha StockstillAmazing technology -- pictures and all! Y'all look great!
I'm praying for you the promise God made to Jacob after he dreamed about the ladder and was headed out of the country: "And, behold, I am with you and will keep you wherever you go, and will bring you back to this land, for I will not leave you until I have done what I have promised you." (Gen. 28:15)
Bruce DanielHey Gang! Great to see those smiling faces. Thanks for being there and allowing God to use you for His purpose. Don't be afraid to take those steps in faith while sharing youselves with others. Praying for you all...
In His Name
Scott StevensSo proud of all of you for choosing to live out your faith this week. God is accomplishing things in and through you that you don't even realize yet! Keep working hard and keep having fun. Tanner...what's good? :)
Melissa WootenWhat a great ability we have to stay in touch with you all even when you are so far away! Glad to hear you all made it safely and that you have already had many opportunities to share your lives and abilities with so many. We will continue to pray for your safety and chances for you to share your story of how God is working in your lives. Awesome group photo! Look forward to hearing so much more!
Zach we all miss you...the muscles in the house just aren't the same without yours here! :)
Karen Daniel...come home...I need a friend to walk and talk with! :)
Lee Ann and Sam KennedySo good to see such joyful faces! Praying that God will use each of you in a special way for HIS glory and that many seeds are planted. Miss you Frank!
Lee, Robin, and Callie RoseCarter, we are praying for you and the team daily. We are proud of the mission that you all are working to accomplish. Thanks to all of you for using your time and talents to help others.
Mike & Debbie MurryHow lucky we are to see a how you are all doing! We pray for you all and that new testimonies are being created daily. What great servants the Lord has called!
Love you Chelle!
Ben and Kathy DyarMatthew 25:40: "The King will reply, 'I tell you the truth, whatever you did unto the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.' " Our prayers are with you - you are truly an example of a heart to serve.
Rebecca McCrayWhat a great group picture. We are praying for you and the lives you are touching. Can't wait to hear all the details. What a lifetime of memories you are creating. (I love you Suzannah!)
Kathy JonesGreat to hear from you and see a group picture. Looking forward to hearing how God will 'serve up' provisions and blessings to those you minister to this week and to you! Praying for you all! Hey to Craig!
Scott and Laurie EricsonWe are so glad to hear that all is going smoothly. We'll keep praying for you and all those you serve there Can't wait to hear the stories!
david allenLooking Good, Man (with a jamaican accent of course) -- great team picture. Nancy/Carol -- david jr, dogs and fish all doing fine. garbage/possum have gone to the dump. To the team, have a wonderful week and may your hands, smiles and laughter be a reflection of God's love. david/daddy
Tommy/Patty NewmanGlad you all made it safely! We are praying for the group and hope you have a God filled week. It looks like it's cooler there than in Nashville. Love photos and checking often. Tell Allison, "WAFFLE HOUSE!!!!!
Sharon HarperSo thrilled to know you all made it there safe and sound. God is indeed good. We are praying for all of you and the lives you will touch and change in Jamaicia. Dying to see some photos of your first day! Ali, how are the bugs??? Wear your sunscreen!!!
The Rogers FamilyHope everyone is having a great time serving the Lord - this will be an awesome, life-changing experience for you all and for all you come in contact with!!! Our prayers are with each of you!!! One question for Cole: It's 3:45 p.m....do you know where YOUR passport is?! Ha!
Ricky and Jennifer WidmerGlad you all made it safely and and know you will have a great week working and sharing the love of Jesus with all you meet. Will be praying for you this week!
Nan DoddWe are thankful that you all arrived safely yesterday and are praying for Evan as he travels today. Have a great week serving others. We are praying for you by name!
Debbie StevensCan't WAIT to hear about your first night of sleeping with fuzzy critters! I know you will all work hard. Remember, someone is ALWAYS watching you....remember WHOSE you are:) We are praying for you 24/7..and then some! POST SOME PICTURES!!!!!!:)
Theresa EvattSo thankful that you all arrived safe. Just know that we have all of you covered in prayers! Can't wait to see pictures!
Martha RaySo glad to hear of the safe arrival! I trust that the Lord has already begun using you all in a big way this week to love and serve the people around you. Praying for you guys!
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