I love the feeling of being exhausted in the service of the Lord. After breakfast, went to work on the coops at about 9:15 am. Had an African meal with the local Tanzanians that work at the house: James, the gardener, Mika, handyman, carpenter, and future pastor, and Hilda and Scola, who are sisters and do the housework. Got a picture of them at chai time, a tea break at 10:30 am. Awesome group of loving people! Then back to the coops. We seemed to be on track. All four coops are framed, 2 and 3/4 have nest boxes installed (very time consuming), and work began on the doors today. Finally got our luggage back this morning. I was able to put on nice clothes and clean underwear and socks that weren’t washed out by hand the night before. Relaxed before supper. Good times doing a little reading, talking, etc. Went to supper at Khan’s, a cool place that’s a restaurant that’s a diesel fuel injector parts and repair shop during the day and an open air BBQ restaurant at night. Peter and his 3 year old daughter Rachel Marty joined us for dinner and ice cream at McMoody’s afterwards. Please ask one of the “the six” Peter’s story when they return home. He’s a pastor here in town and also ministers in the Maasai bush area as well. We’ll be going to his church a week from Sunday and leading a VBS day for 150 kids on this upcoming Monday. Sharp and Godly man who loves the Lord and His people and has a passion for serving God, and little Rachel is wonderful…what a pill. The group is tired but doing great. Keep praying for us. God is good.
Posted by Chuck Simmons
May 28, 2008 at 10:19 pm |
Glad you are having a good day since this is the day I am one of the ones covering you and the team in prayer– you have been on my mind alot! Thanks for keeping us up to date with the action. All you are missing in KS is rain and tornado watches! Jason wants to take “chicken coop building” lessons 101 from you when you get back!
CJP
May 29, 2008 at 1:29 am |
Chuck – I sure feel better knowing you feel good all under! Ain’t nothing like clean underwear! Looking forward to your next post!
Gayle
May 29, 2008 at 2:23 pm |
Yea for recovered luggage! I am awe struck with all you have done! Take time to relax and process when you get home, but until then, I know God has given you the strength you need! What an awesome God He is!
May 29, 2008 at 6:36 pm |
I’m surprised our internet filter didn’t deny me access to this blog because of “weighted phrases” due to all the talk about under clothing. I’m trying to decide if I can let my kids read this…
We’re so glad you all are well. Sounds like God is using you in great ways, and will continue to do so. You are all in our prayers!
God Bless,
KG
May 29, 2008 at 9:55 pm |
Hey Guys! Sorry I haven’t posted earlier, but it’s been a busy week and we’ve been all week without internet access here at the church building because of a thunderstorm late last week. But we’re up and running now. We continue to pray for your effectiveness and safety on your trip and hope that God is glorified in all you’re doing! Sounds like the coop building and underwear recovery operations have been successful so far! Good for ya’ll.
I had a great meeting with Dale today and he’s getting geared up for a trip back to Thailand in September and we’re hoping to take a whole Crossroads team back there in the fall of ‘09.
Also – we’re looking at June 29 to do a missions presentation on both trips. I think if we plan it well, we could have a great time that Sunday inspiring people on to more mission work.
Isn’t it great to be part of a church with such a heart for missions. Something tells me we can thank Wayne for much of that spirit around here!
Anyway, I’ll go for now – got to go to worship practice in just about an hour. TTYL.
In HIm,
Lee
May 30, 2008 at 2:38 pm |
Brother Chuck
Greetings from the Land of Enchantment, New Mexico.
PTL! for the arrival of the missing luggage. A change of clothes is good for the soul. No more washing clothes every evening.
Sounds like you are keeping busy and having a good time.
Sister Becky