Hello all! Special
hello to Mom and Dad—I love and miss you guys!
Today was awesome. We
kicked off this morning with church.
Caitlin and I led several worship songs then had the opportunity be
included in the student’s worship—they are amazing. It is such a blessing to be included in
something so beautiful. After worship, Amber
shared a part of her story then Ryan delivered the message. God used Ryan in some amazing ways today: he
spoke truth and was such a light to not only the kids, but also to our
team.
Later in the day, all of our team and the academy kids went
to a ropes course. Upon our arrival we
broke up into teams and started the course.
This was the perfect opportunity for the kids to have a chance to work
together as a team and support one another.
When I struggled to climb an
eight foot (though it seemed much taller) wall, all of the team members worked
together to assist me. It was awesome to
see how everyone encouraged and helped each other.
Following the ropes course there was a lot of time to hang
around with the kids, which was much different from the busy schedules that we
had the past couple of days. There was
space for relationships to be formed and for God to work. We are so blessed to have time to get to know
and love on these kids. We were able to
build stronger relationships with the students during the evening games.
Overall, today was filled with highs. I love worshiping with the students, and I
love hanging out with them. It feels
just like youth group back home. I laugh
a lot and I smile a lot. God’s love is
evident, and we continue to do everything for Him. I am excited to see what God will do in our
remaining days here.
Thank all of you for your prayers. The support has been invaluable :D
LOVE,
Sara
Barring
It's sounds like it was amazing day! I'm praying for you all.
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:) keira
P.S. I love the collage that allowed us to see each of your faces!
I love reading your posts about the kids and how God is working through all of you there. It sounds like y'all are having such a fun time bonding with each other and the kids! We will continue to pray for y'all to stay safe and healthy and to continue having a fruitful trip! May God bless all of you!!!
ReplyDeleteKeep the post and the pics coming! Love to hear about the teams adventures and how God is in the leading the way. Have a great week and tell Kristin mom says HI and I love her!
ReplyDeleteGreat job Baby! We are so proud of you and miss you like crazy! I pray for you daily and the entire team. I'm glad Sunday was a Fun Day! Only 7 more days! Stay strong, keep your energy up and let your light shine! We love you infinity x infinity to the biggest infinity!
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This makes my heart so happy to read of how God is blessing your team! The academy kids are amazing huh?! I pray that as a team you would continue to bond over every experience and that God would give you the words to speak into these kids' lives.
ReplyDeleteRomans 9.16-17 It does not depend on human desire or effort, but on God’s mercy. For Scripture says to Pharaoh: 'I raised you up for this very purpose, that I might display my power in you and that my name might be proclaimed in all the earth.'
I've been thinking about you every day, Sara! So excited for you and your great experience. We miss you around here! Be safe.
ReplyDeleteLoved the picture, especially the smile in the bottom left corner. We miss you and know you are doing a great work (Nehemiah 6 although no one here is scheming..). We've been praying for you all every meal and before bedtime. Emme was looking for mom this morning, but was somewhat satisfied to have dad (the almost acceptable mom substitute). Grandpa came over this morning so London's favorite person is here. Brandon has his hot wheels and trains so all is well with the world.
ReplyDeleteBrandon, London and Emerson loved to see the picture of their mommy.
ReplyDeleteWhat an experience you are all having! God is moving, you are all blessing and being blessed!
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