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Christmas In Costa Rica

Serving In Costa Rica
December 10, 2016
Staff: Nathan Norman

We are ready!

by Fiorella Villafuerte | December 10, 2016 12:26 PM

The staff is ready for another amazing week of ministry!
We are ready!
Everyone is here!

by Fiorella Villafuerte | December 11, 2016 7:34 AM

Everyone is here safe and sound. We are excited about the week before us and all the things God has in store for us!
Everyone is here!
Feeding Program

by Fiorella Villafuerte | December 11, 2016 12:57 PM

Today we had the opportunity to serve in the feeding program that Pastor Warner runs. His church is all marginalized children that he faithfully feeds each Sunday. We played, we sang, we shared the gospel, we laughed, and we were blessed by the Lord!
Feeding Program
Step 1

by Sury Talavera | December 11, 2016 12:57 PM

Getting ready for what is coming starts with washing out shirts so we can wear them for the huge Christmas party on Thursday.
Step 1
Feliz Navidad!

by Fiorella Villafuerte | December 11, 2016 3:52 PM

During the afternoon, we had the opportunity to help in Pastor Edgar's Christmas Party in Lagunilla. We became a Christmas Choir and as ng Christmas songs with the children.
Feliz Navidad!
Good News!

by Fiorella Villafuerte | December 11, 2016 3:59 PM

After some Christmas songs, we shared the gospel by making the Salvarion Bracelet. We gave the good news of salvation in Jesus Christ.
Good News!
More fun!

by Fiorella Villafuerte | December 11, 2016 6:00 PM

During the time we spent with the kids of Lagunilla, we played a very fun game where some of us got wet! There are no boundaries when we love in Jesus' name!
More fun!
Preparations

by Fiorella Villafuerte | December 12, 2016 7:40 AM

Yesterday we started preparing candy bags for gifts for all of the children at the Christmas Party.
Preparations
Christmas Party Invitations

by Fiorella Villafuerte | December 12, 2016 1:24 PM

This morning we went to downtown San Martin to invite the kids to the Christmas Party we will have. We also had time to pray for those who need more of the Lord!
Christmas Party Invitations
Almost the BIG DAY....

by Sury Talavera | December 12, 2016 7:31 PM

We are getting ready by preparing 3,000 bags of water for the big Christmas Party!
Almost the BIG DAY....
Time Out!

by Sury Talavera | December 13, 2016 11:51 AM

Today we are resting and having some fun so we can have enough strength tomorrow to keep preparing for the Christmas Party!
Time Out!
Cloudy Afternoon

by Fiorella Villafuerte | December 13, 2016 9:18 PM

This afternoon we went to Tamarindo Beach to enjoy the sun and waves. Even though it rained, we all still enjoyed ourselves exploring the beach and shops.
Cloudy Afternoon
It's Done in Jesus' Name

by Fiorella Villafuerte | December 14, 2016 5:51 PM

This morning we had a great time in prayer and worship. We have put our trust in God alone to help all of the details fall into place for the Christmas Party tomorrow!
It's Done in Jesus' Name
Let's go to the Party!

by Fiorella Villafuerte | December 14, 2016 6:01 PM

This afternoon we went to many other neighborhoods to invite kids to the Christmas Party! Tomorrow will be the day!
Let's go to the Party!
-Extra time-

by Sury Talavera | December 15, 2016 12:17 AM

We all really love to serve Jesus and the kids! No one said this was going to be easy, it is 12 in the morning and we're still rocking it!
-Extra time-
Morning Prayer

by Fiorella Villafuerte | December 15, 2016 7:46 AM

This morning we put on our knees to tell God how grateful we are and to place in his hands the Christmas Party!
Morning Prayer
Getting Ready

by Fiorella Villafuerte | December 15, 2016 7:50 AM

After some time of prayer, we started getting ready with candy bags, water bags, tea bags, hot dogs for the big day: Christmas Party!
Getting Ready
Christmas Party

by Fiorella Villafuerte | December 15, 2016 9:27 PM

This morning we had the Christmas Party! Many kids were there and we had a great time with them and Pastor Warner preached the Good News from God. One more year doing what God sent us to do: spread the Gospel to everyone!
Christmas Party

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Comments

Mary Hargarther

December 14, 2016 8:24 PM

Hi Mel! Thinking of you and praying that you're all having a fabulous adventure filled with a lots of wonderful testimonies. You are blessed to BLESS! As for us: It's going to be 5 degrees here tomorrow! Love you

Magnolia Palomer

December 13, 2016 2:58 AM

I am so glad seeing all of these pictures and I love seeing other people smile. I hope you guys are having fun and I am so proud! God Bless you all!

jane profitt

December 12, 2016 4:51 PM

JP baby Marlow born Saturday. All are healthy.

Evelyn Ramirez

December 12, 2016 3:43 PM

God bless, so happy to see everyone arrived safely. Miss my ROOT take care of business and hurry back!

Liz yates

December 11, 2016 8:54 PM

Julie just want you to know we love you and very proud of you!

Andrea Laub

December 11, 2016 6:55 PM

Praying for you all as you minister to these young children and perhaps their families. May God bless you and keep you all safe this week and traveling home. May God give these children joy, peace and comfort as well. I pray their hearts are spoken to by God. Take care. ?

Jane Profitt

December 10, 2016 7:51 PM

So glad to see everyone arrived safe. It goes without saying you are missed and loved much but more so that you are blessed. Don't just reach for the stars but the moon too.

Nicholas Smilyk

December 10, 2016 6:18 PM

I hope you all have a good time doing what the lord will do through you all!!!! I am praying for you all and miss you all!!!!!!! Tell Joey to behave!!! Lol

Tina Reynolds

December 10, 2016 6:48 AM

We are praying for you Julie profit! Have a great time loving on those amazing kids!!! We admire you! Can't wait to see pictures and hear all about it when you return ! God is so incredibly good!!

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