Monday - 8/6/12

First of all, the weather today was perfect.  Devinely ordered.  Mike has prayed that a string of less than ideal experiences held by previous teams be broken with this trip.  Our team has been very diligent about drinking enough water and taking in the right amount of electrolytes but it doesn't hurt to get a little help from our Creator.  So far, everyone is doing very well.  As in James, always look for joy in every circumstance.  This is no more real than with the impending tropical storm.  We would lean toward fear and anxiousness at the mention of it, but found that today it brought some cooler climes and even a little soothing rain.  Thank you Lord for blessings in disguise.

Ministries for the day...

Sewing group:

There were two girls that participated in the sewing ministry today.  They are part of a young mothers ministry here.  The sewing machines, dresses, and materials so graciously donated as well as crafted were a real hit and deeply appreciated.

La Fe

Dental:

Our two dentists were provided with makeshift examination chairs made out of lawn chairs elevated with a wooden frame.  Their exam room was a covered patio outside one of the residences in La Fe.  There were about 25 children and adults that were treated.  All were tooth extractions and they went very well.  Some of the patients were as young as 4 years old.  Dentistry is typically a fearful experience, especially for children, and that was not the case here.  They were hopefully expectant of relief and to just feel better.  Mary and Julia were the center of entertainment for the kids.  They did a great job of keeping them happy and occupied while waiting.  Hazel was a host for the team and opened her house to us as a home away from home while visiting La Fe.  She is a sweet soul and desperate to rise above the negative influences of life in La Fe.

Construction:

The La Ceiba team has been working with the people of La Fe to upgrade the power running through the community.  There is a patchwork of power line drops that serve the area, none of which were placed by the power company.  As such, these residences are at risk of electrical fires and even electrocution.  The team is assisting the locals and La Ceiba team in erecting concrete poles around the community to provide infrastructure for upgrading service to the people there.

Thanks for your continued prayers!   Blessings and buenas noches!!