We had the chance to get internet access and have much to fill you all in on!
Yesterday the team had the opportunity to visit the farm we will be working on in the next week. It was a great chance for all the students to see the people we will be working with, as well as the great need of work that has to be done. After this we drove back to Jovellanos where Willie lives. We all received a tour of the town by horse and buggy and even got to see the local zoo.
After this time we went to a house that has been refinished for a family whose son is handicapped, and we will later get the privilege of working with during our handicapped ministry time. The students then all returned to the church while three of the students got to stay at Willie´s house and experience the Cuban culture. All the students throughout the trip will get the chance to spend time with Willie´s family, go around town meeting neighbors, and experience a typical night for a Cuban family.
Today began bright and early as all the students woke up at 6 am, and had quiet times on the beach which is located only about a block away from the church we are staying at. It was great to see everyone lined up across the shore spending time with the Lord before the day began. After this we returned to the church for a great breakfast, which we have been blessed and spoiled with amazing meals every single day. We then all loaded up into vans and headed to the farm. Until about 3 pm today the students worked and worked with all that was needed on the farm. Many dug holes that septic tanks will later be put in, a pathway for cables that stretches over 100 feet, sanding the posts in the new community building they are trying to finish before New Years, and helping with an agricultural field.
So far we have been amazed at the experiences we have been a part of and excited for what is to come the next week. Specific prayer requests would be strength each day as our schedules are packed with either working on the farm, helping with the handicapped ministry later this week, and just the many experiences we get to be a part of each day. By the end of the day we have many tired students, so please pray that our sleep is multiplied. Also, keep in your prayers the ministry that we get to serve with. Willie asked for specific requests such as unity between denominations, humility, and continued relationships that will be built and last with all who work with CCM.
So as we wrap this up, we want to thank you all for your continued prayers. God is good, and He is blessing us like crazy down here in Cuba. The people we have met have been incredibly hospitable, and the way they are loving on us is inspiring. We will update you all when we get the opportunity.
Hasta luego!!
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Thank you for keepin us informed as to your activities and prayer requests. Know that you are being lifted up in prayer for your safety, your health and for God's blessing upon your work. Please tell Ryan H hi, that we are very proud of him and that he is dearly missed.
John H
Thanks for the update! If at all possible, I know some or all of us parents would love to know just a bit about what our young ones are doing. Understand if it is too much to add a note, but even if we knew who was staying where and doing what by team... Sounds like an amazing time! Prayers coming at you from Colorado!
Hi everyone. Thanks for staying in touch. May this be a life changing experience for each one of you and for all those that you come in contact with. Please give Elise B a big hug from us. We are praying for you all and may God bless your work. :-)
You're awesome for volunteering your time and efforts. What a great way to spend part of the winter break.
We've had some of our famous high winds in Boulder over the past few days and a forecast of more for this evening.
Happy New Year to all that are on this mission trip and may God richly bless all of you in the new year. Keep the updates coming, we look for them everyday.
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