by Jesse Koopman | January 23, 2018 11:11 PM
The concept of a missions trip is sometimes a fluid one. Schedules are made, and projects and events are completed, but I continue to find that they are not the reason we are here. It's the things under the surface of the projects and events.
Working on projects like the walls for the 2nd floor addition, painting a church in Orange Walk, or hosting a spa day for ladies of the community, isn't the reason we come down. It's the relationships we build.
The spa day was an amazing success. The ladies told me story after story about how they connected with, prayed with, and blessed the amazing women of this city with their wholehearted and humble service.
The relationship I've witnessed building with the crews at the work sites is remarkable. Breaks are filled with conversation of faith, family, love and laughter.
Kids are filled with smiles at VBS again today! I have to hand it to the VBS team. I've been touched by the way they've managed to captivate their audience with stories, games and crafts that all relate to a central message. Today they learned about Giddeon, and made torches.
After two days of solid work we're getting pretty tired as a team, but spirits are still high, and while we're off to visit some Mayan Ruins tomorrow, many people have said how much they'll miss working, and their new friendships.
Thanks again for all your support. We can't wait to share all of our stories when we get back
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Comments
Erica Schorr Evans
February 3, 2018 10:46 PM
Seeing your pictures and reading your journal of the trip brings back a flood of memories from the mission trip I attended last year with Abby. Thank you for representing Asbury and carrying out the Lord's work.
Connie
January 25, 2018 11:14 AM
Thank you Jesse for the wonderful pics and for the heartfelt and touching stories that keep us all updated. Praying for everyone's safe return. It's really quiet around here! Missing you all. Connie
Vana Steffen
January 25, 2018 9:55 AM
What a wonderful testimony you all are to God's love!!! May your visit continue to be safe and fruitful. Blessings to you all!!!
Lenita Krall
January 23, 2018 5:29 PM
I'm praying for you all!!!
Nicole Biessman
January 23, 2018 9:49 AM
What a joy! Thank you Asbury team for your service. You are truly REACHING OUT to share God's love in a concrete way. We continue to pray for you and the people you are serving.
Dorothy Knauss
January 21, 2018 10:24 PM
Praying from Washington state for a fruitful week; that hearts in Belize will be open to the gospel and that lives of your team will be transformed and empowered through this ministry!
Dawn O’Nan
January 21, 2018 8:05 PM
Happy to see everybody got there safe!
Jeanette & Ted Koch
January 21, 2018 7:41 PM
We are happy you all look refreshed and ready to do God's work. Our prayers are for your words and work, and all the blessings the Belizians return to you. It is all amazing! Our love to all!
Kerri Johanning
January 21, 2018 9:18 AM
I’m praying for the connections you will make and that the the ways you serve will be rewarding for you and those you serve. I’m also praying for everyone’s safety and health.
Emily Muller
January 20, 2018 9:14 AM
Praying for divine protection in travels today, the outpouring a hunger for God for both missionaries and communities, and an overwhelming presence of the Holy Spirit. Hug Burton for me!