Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Him who strengthens me. Todo lo puedo en Cristo que me fortalece.
Early this
morning, at 12:30 am, we were aroused by what we thought was a freight train
coming through the hotel. Luckily it
was only an earthquake that registered 5.1 and shook our beds enough to wake us
all. To our knowledge, there was no
damage from this event.
Once we reached Getsemani we held workshops on BAC training which is bacteria awareness training when managing food temperatures. This was followed by the dental hygiene presentation. Many parents and children from the community attended to learn more.
We distributed thermometers, toothbrushes and toothpaste and demonstrated the best use for each.
In the
afternoon, we gathered with the teenagers and held a box decorating
workshop. This was a huge success as
the youth rallied around the project and had a great time being creative.
After
leaving Getsemani, we attended a service with Pastor Rodriguez, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Ahuachapan. He was very gracious to hold a private
service for us and allow us to participate.
Dr. Sam shared scripture and prayers with us. Pastor Rodriguez gave his message, and Juan Carlos gladly stepped
in to be our interpretor. This made the
service more meaningful for all of us. The pastor said the work we are doing in Getsemani helps his ministry because the people now have hope.
This was even more special as the Pastor’s wife was admitted to the hospital this afternoon with bronchitis. We ask that everyone keep her in their prayers and for a quick recovery.
We pray that the pastor's wife will be fine. We are thankful the earthquake did no harm. We ask that god awakens your spirits as the earthquake woke you and continue to do his works. God bless you all. Jodi
ReplyDeleteMy goodness - an earthquake?! I am very thankful you are all safe. The workshops look like they were a lot of fun and the people certainly appear to be enjoying them. It is a beautiful thing you are all doing. Hurry home.
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I have been praying for the team and will continue to do so until they are safely on the ground in Miami. I will be in the Cell Phone lot by 6pm unless advised otherwise. I have to say that I have never felt this cut off from communications in any of the past trips. The blog and Bill's relaying of Nora's messages are the only connection I have had. If I can get on to send this it will be my first successful attempt. The security has not let me send my past 3 attempts.
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