Monday, January 21, 2008
Because of a 1st Grader
It has been great to be back in Quito. It truly feels like my second home. My wonderful and supportive roommate, Laura, is back now also, which I am VERY happy about. She is a constant support and encouragement to me.
The past 18 days that I have been back, the Lord has reconfirmed to me in numerous ways that this is where He wants me and that He has truly called me to be a voice for those who do not have a voice. God has been doing incredible things these past few weeks. Are you ready to hear what?!
Preschool Update: On Wednesday I took the day off of school and went to the Preschool for the day. My students begged to come with me and were jealous I got to go to Santos Pamba. I love how they have fallen in love with the preschoolers also!
My day was wonderful! The kids were all dressed in their new uniforms (thanks to a supporter) and clobbered me with hugs when I got there. I observed the teachers teach. They did an excellent job. The kids were having fun and loving school. They all wanted me to sit by them so they could should me what they know. I loved it! I taught an English lesson to them and also Bible. At the end of the day they lined up and gave me a kiss and hug goodbye. Many asked me, “Can you come everyday?” It was precious. I loved it. It made me reflect upon how in the future maybe I’ll just teach at Santos Pamba? We will see where God leads. After school I met with the teachers and gave them feedback on what I saw and shared some ideas with them. I loved it! They are so excited to learn as teachers and their hearts are 100% dedicated to these kids. Please continue to pray for Amanda and Mary- that God will give them wisdom and strength each day to be the best teachers for these kids. The kids were freezing cold in the cement church. Please pray for money to purchase a space heater or gloves for the kids. Thank you! Make sure to see my email about sponsoring the education of a preschooler! I am in NEED OF 12 MORE SPONSORS! Let me know if you have any questions!
Santos Pamba Update: Are you ready to hear how AMAZING God is?!! A 1st grader at my school heard me speak at our elementary chapel and share pictures of Santos Pamba and the Preschool. Every since then, she has been telling her dad, an architect, that he needs to help by building something for the preschoolers. His heart was touched by the stories his little girl went home and told him. AND, on Saturday he took his whole family and we went to Santos Pamba. He was able to see all of the needs and meet with Pastor Pedro Pablo and the men who have been working on the house for the future Compassion site. He shared his ideas and suggestions with them. After seeing the many needs this is how he responded:
He is sending 3 of his workers on Saturday- 1 electrician to wire the house, and 2 workers to paint and help where needed! (and will provide the supplies!) The preschoolers will be able to move into the house for their classroom as soon as these are done! Plus, he is getting sinks and cabinets donated for the kitchen! AND, he is going to design the blueprint plans for the Santos Pamba ministry site! Isn’t God amazing! Because of a 1st grader who heard, God brought this architect to Santos Pamba! The Lord keeps providing…it is confirmation that God has big plans for the ministry at Santos Pamba Alliance Church. Please continue to keep Santos Pamba in your prayers! Please pray that the Lord will provide $1000 ASAP to build a retaining wall by the church before the dirt cliff collapses! This is an emergency request! Thank you for your prayers and support for Santos Pamba. God’s faithfulness never ceases to amaze me!
School: Things are going great in my class. We have a busy week- a Reader’s Theater of Pecos Bill, and a Career Day with guest speakers. I am planning another trip to Santos Pamba. They want to do a Valentine’s Day party with the preschoolers.
Summary of Praises and Prayer Requests:
PRAISES:
-God’s faithfulness and provision for Santos Pamba
-My wonderful roommate is back!
PRAYER REQUESTS:
- for $1000 to build the retaining wall at Santos Pamba
- that I will continue to be in the Word daily- I’m almost done reading through the whole New Testament!
- that God will give me wisdom and strength each day
Thank you for your prayers and support! I appreciate each of you!
The past 18 days that I have been back, the Lord has reconfirmed to me in numerous ways that this is where He wants me and that He has truly called me to be a voice for those who do not have a voice. God has been doing incredible things these past few weeks. Are you ready to hear what?!
Preschool Update: On Wednesday I took the day off of school and went to the Preschool for the day. My students begged to come with me and were jealous I got to go to Santos Pamba. I love how they have fallen in love with the preschoolers also!
My day was wonderful! The kids were all dressed in their new uniforms (thanks to a supporter) and clobbered me with hugs when I got there. I observed the teachers teach. They did an excellent job. The kids were having fun and loving school. They all wanted me to sit by them so they could should me what they know. I loved it! I taught an English lesson to them and also Bible. At the end of the day they lined up and gave me a kiss and hug goodbye. Many asked me, “Can you come everyday?” It was precious. I loved it. It made me reflect upon how in the future maybe I’ll just teach at Santos Pamba? We will see where God leads. After school I met with the teachers and gave them feedback on what I saw and shared some ideas with them. I loved it! They are so excited to learn as teachers and their hearts are 100% dedicated to these kids. Please continue to pray for Amanda and Mary- that God will give them wisdom and strength each day to be the best teachers for these kids. The kids were freezing cold in the cement church. Please pray for money to purchase a space heater or gloves for the kids. Thank you! Make sure to see my email about sponsoring the education of a preschooler! I am in NEED OF 12 MORE SPONSORS! Let me know if you have any questions!
Santos Pamba Update: Are you ready to hear how AMAZING God is?!! A 1st grader at my school heard me speak at our elementary chapel and share pictures of Santos Pamba and the Preschool. Every since then, she has been telling her dad, an architect, that he needs to help by building something for the preschoolers. His heart was touched by the stories his little girl went home and told him. AND, on Saturday he took his whole family and we went to Santos Pamba. He was able to see all of the needs and meet with Pastor Pedro Pablo and the men who have been working on the house for the future Compassion site. He shared his ideas and suggestions with them. After seeing the many needs this is how he responded:
He is sending 3 of his workers on Saturday- 1 electrician to wire the house, and 2 workers to paint and help where needed! (and will provide the supplies!) The preschoolers will be able to move into the house for their classroom as soon as these are done! Plus, he is getting sinks and cabinets donated for the kitchen! AND, he is going to design the blueprint plans for the Santos Pamba ministry site! Isn’t God amazing! Because of a 1st grader who heard, God brought this architect to Santos Pamba! The Lord keeps providing…it is confirmation that God has big plans for the ministry at Santos Pamba Alliance Church. Please continue to keep Santos Pamba in your prayers! Please pray that the Lord will provide $1000 ASAP to build a retaining wall by the church before the dirt cliff collapses! This is an emergency request! Thank you for your prayers and support for Santos Pamba. God’s faithfulness never ceases to amaze me!
School: Things are going great in my class. We have a busy week- a Reader’s Theater of Pecos Bill, and a Career Day with guest speakers. I am planning another trip to Santos Pamba. They want to do a Valentine’s Day party with the preschoolers.
Summary of Praises and Prayer Requests:
PRAISES:
-God’s faithfulness and provision for Santos Pamba
-My wonderful roommate is back!
PRAYER REQUESTS:
- for $1000 to build the retaining wall at Santos Pamba
- that I will continue to be in the Word daily- I’m almost done reading through the whole New Testament!
- that God will give me wisdom and strength each day
Thank you for your prayers and support! I appreciate each of you!
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