Today was our last work day. We went to the work sites and finished up both of the homes and chicken coops. The families left the area around 10am and we went in and set up their new home. To think about where they were living (a 6ft by 6ft metal shack) and the home that we built them (a 20ft by 20ft wooden home) is amazing. As Allen shared in our team meeting time this evening, most Americans would turn their nose up at a home like this one. But this home would significantly change the lives of these people.
For each home, we had a dedication ceremony. While the families were gone, we went in and set up a plastic table and chairs and provided them with dishes, towels, pots and pans, brooms, a trash can, and staple food items. Also, we provided each home with an oven and a pila, a place for them to do dishes and laundry. We all gathered together and dedicated the homes. Both home recipients were very appreciative and were overcome with emotion at this enormous gift.
The last day of VBS went well. We continued to lead the children with a puppet show for the Bible story, games, and a snack. We also gave a gift to all of the children, 125 total. They seemed to enjoy Escuela de Biblia (Bible School) and really appreciated the gifts.
Men's ministry has gone wonderfully. Most of the men on the team shared their testimonies and had a great impact on the men of the community. They asked lots of questions and our guys wre able to have great conversations. The men who came to the meeting were mostly non-Christian and generated a lot of discussion among the group.
Tomorrow is a fun day. We will go to Pana and have an adventure on a zipline! Thank you so much for your prayers this week. Continue to pray for the community we worked in. Cindy mentioned tonight that we have ministered to the women, the men, and the children so we have covered every age group of people.
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