Well, we've finally been able to get to a place where we had both enough time ... and an internet connection to take a little time to write the blog!
The "A" team is doing well after their first full day at the ministry site. Actually its our second full day in New Orleans, and for some of us, it undoubtedly feels like we've already been here half our lives ... well, at least longer than 2 days!
I think that it can truly be said that many people here in Central City, and especially at the Living Witness Church welcome our Cedarbrook teams like "family!" The greetings we receive and the depth of love and relationships that are being built grow more heartfelt and stronger with each team.
As far as experiences so far, our trip down was great!! ... although we did have to take a "slight detour" in Tomah on Friday morning as we made our way to Rockford, IL where we were scheduled to meet "Big Mac" and "Brother Brent" from Northern Wisconsin. I (Dave) felt the Explorer start to sway back and forth a little, and it wasn't long before people were honking and waving ... and a radio check from Bill notified us that our right rear tire was nearly flat. We were able to pull into a Wal-Mart, where they told us that they couldn't fix the tire for at least 2 hours! We told them we didn't have that kind of time, so we asked them if we could use their floor jack and their tire tools. The tire definitely had a hole in it, and we were able to get it fixed ... for free!! ... and get back on the road in less than an hour! Praise God for His provisions, and a "flexible team!"
Holly got a tire-changing lesson from Dave and Steve in the Wal-Mart parking lot!
God treated us to a glorious "entrance" into New Orleans, as we watched the sun go down over Lake Pontchartrain. We give you that as our "parting shot" for this first post. Thanks to everyone for your love and prayers! We can sense your presence with us, and we want everyone to know that you are a part of this team as well! God is using Cedarbrook Church to change lives and welcome people into His love! Stay tuned for more posts ... hopefully tomorrow ... and check out our album on the link on the side bar, we should get some pics up soon.
1 comment:
Thanks for the nice pics...especially of Ponchatrain. I got all choked up just remembering my previous trips and the people down there. It's weird how your heart gets connected to people and a place across the planet. Thanks you guys for "carrying the torch" for Cedarbrook... a few representing us all.
Post a Comment