The staff is here at the Global eagerly awaiting the arrival of Kernersville First Baptist. Accommodations are ready, Food is prepared, Supplies are bought and hearts are ready to experience all that God is going to do through us and in us this week as we work at Hope Creek AOG. Thank you so much for all your prayers and we will update you as soon as possible upon the teams arrival. Praise the Lord!

The team has arrived safe and sound here in Belize. Although it was rainy when they got here, the weather cleared and we were able to enjoy a delicious barbeque lunch at a local stand and then headed off towards Hattieville where we spent an hour playing some basketball and talking with the youth at the youth hostel there. It was another 2 hour drive until we got to our destination of Hope Creek. After another wonderful meal provided by our cook, Madeline, we settled into our 5 star accommodations at the local school and enjoyed a peaceful night's rest. We thank you for all your prayers and look forward to updating you and sharing our experience with you in person upon our return. Thank you again and God Bless!

The group poses for a photo as they prepare for their first worship service in Belize.

Nathan tries to defend his honor by playing multiple rounds of thumb wrestling.

Hayden and Melissa share their testimonies during the morning worship service.

Today we celebrated with the Hope Creek AOG church and had a wonderful time celebrating our God together and basking in his love. After church, the team headed out into the community to do some home visits and prayer walking. They invited the children to VBS tomorrow through Wednesday and the community to tonight's worship time. It has been an amazing first day here in Belize and we are so thankful that God has chosen us to be a part of his ministry and the building of his kingdom.

Yesterday (Monday) was a great day of ministry, even if things did not go as planned. The day started off wonderfully with 50+ children attending our VBS in the morning. We played games, did some Bible stories, had plenty of songs and some crafts. The team was amazing moving the children from station to station while entertaining them along the way. What a great way to begin the day. The afternoon had some hiccups as the materials, tools, and people to help did not show up as planned. That did not stop us however from going out and picking up trash as a service to the community and running around looking for tools, etc. elsewhere. We were finally able to get a few things done and look forward to getting as much as possible done on Wednesday. God has truly blessed us thus far and we know that even if the devil tries to hinder our plans, nothing takes our God by surprise and he will ultimately win! Praise God!

Members of the team enjoy some coconuts they were given while out on their home visits.

Hayden, Drew, and Taylor share the days bible lesson with some children at VBS.

Members of the team pick up trash during some down time in the afternoon.

Ward entertains everyone with his tunes all day long.

Andrew and Penlyn stop for a photo op with their new friend during VBS.

Brittney was all smiles as she helped the children during crafts.

During VBS, Bill decided to hop on a bike and ride off into the sunset.

Never do we have a dull moment, the bus ride to St. Herman's Cave and the Blue Hole was filled with multiple songs and alot of laughter.

Some of the team decided to bring shampoo to the Blue Hole and take a bath while they swam in the cold water.

The teams poses for a picture while they swim at the Blue Hole.

After their exciting day at St. Herman's Cave and the Blue Hole, the team enjoyed a meal at the Pelican Beach Resort. They had stew chicken, rice and beans, plantains, cole slaw, and lime juice while they sat on the patio and enjoyed the sounds of the ocean.

After our meal, the team enjoyed a game of Belizean Trivia in which the seniors won and were not ashamed to show off their prize cookies.

We dropped the team off at the airport this morning and they are well on their way home safe and sound. They had an absolutely gorgeous and wonderful day at Caye Caulker yesterday where they enjoyed snorkeling and spending some free time roaming and exploring the island. We finished off the day with dinner at Marin's Restaurant and then relaxing on the beach. We are so thankful and astounded that God would make such a beautiful place to enjoy. We thank you all for your support and your encouragement this week and we look forward to seeing you soon!

Maggie hangs out with some children at VBS.

George took on the task of watching this little one during the church service on Wednesday night.