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This Maranatha missions team is ministering in Argentina from July 28 to August 18, 2010.
May 10, 2008
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From Rebekah
No, I did not die from the water... :)
Yes, I am still alive, but Argentina has consumed my entire way of thinking, the way I look at the world, at people, at people in need of a Savior.
How do I take a life-changing experience and describe it in a few short paragraphs? Is it done?
Everything is different here. If I could somehow capture the smells and bring it back to Los Estados Unidos [the United States], I would. The smell of poverty, the smell of a plentiful supply, the smell of a freshly-killed pig, and the sight of the pig's head hanging for sale. The sights are not easily captured by even the best photographers. From 9 de Julio to a home with 18 abondoned and abused chilrden, I was overcome with myriad of emotions.
Right now, I am going to the airport to pick up Dr. Budahl (not by myself :) ). I promise to write more in the next few days, and I am keeping a journal. Maybe I'll let my mom read it when I get back.
Love,
Rebekah
Yes, I am still alive, but Argentina has consumed my entire way of thinking, the way I look at the world, at people, at people in need of a Savior.
How do I take a life-changing experience and describe it in a few short paragraphs? Is it done?
Everything is different here. If I could somehow capture the smells and bring it back to Los Estados Unidos [the United States], I would. The smell of poverty, the smell of a plentiful supply, the smell of a freshly-killed pig, and the sight of the pig's head hanging for sale. The sights are not easily captured by even the best photographers. From 9 de Julio to a home with 18 abondoned and abused chilrden, I was overcome with myriad of emotions.
Right now, I am going to the airport to pick up Dr. Budahl (not by myself :) ). I promise to write more in the next few days, and I am keeping a journal. Maybe I'll let my mom read it when I get back.
Love,
Rebekah
From Sam
Hi everyone,
Well, the weather is still really nice which is good because we have been doing a lot of walking around passing out fliers.
I really could not explain to you the joy it is to see God use us to minister here. Please pray for a couple of things. First, pray for a man I was able to present the Gospel to. He couldn't believe it was that easy to be saved. He thought there was something else he had to do. Second, please pray for the church we were in Friday night. It is a small church that has been having troubles and there were over 40 visitors for the service. This was a blessing because the church people put a ton of work into it, but pray that these people will come back to the church.
The people here are really nice, welcoming, and helpful to us. Seems like every time I turn around we are eating again; this I have no complaints about. Don't worry, I haven't forgotten about you guys. I already have stuff for most of you. Any requests, please let me know.
Jo, thanks for the note. It was really good to hear from you. Congratulations on graduating! You know I would love to be there with you for that. You have always worked really hard, and you deserve what you have earned.
Don't worry, I have already taken a lot of pictures, and we still have a couple more weeks. Peter, good call on the shoes.
Love all of you. Please continue to pray for us.
HAPPY MOTHER'S, MOM!
Sam Prusak
Well, the weather is still really nice which is good because we have been doing a lot of walking around passing out fliers.
I really could not explain to you the joy it is to see God use us to minister here. Please pray for a couple of things. First, pray for a man I was able to present the Gospel to. He couldn't believe it was that easy to be saved. He thought there was something else he had to do. Second, please pray for the church we were in Friday night. It is a small church that has been having troubles and there were over 40 visitors for the service. This was a blessing because the church people put a ton of work into it, but pray that these people will come back to the church.
The people here are really nice, welcoming, and helpful to us. Seems like every time I turn around we are eating again; this I have no complaints about. Don't worry, I haven't forgotten about you guys. I already have stuff for most of you. Any requests, please let me know.
Jo, thanks for the note. It was really good to hear from you. Congratulations on graduating! You know I would love to be there with you for that. You have always worked really hard, and you deserve what you have earned.
Don't worry, I have already taken a lot of pictures, and we still have a couple more weeks. Peter, good call on the shoes.
Love all of you. Please continue to pray for us.
HAPPY MOTHER'S, MOM!
Sam Prusak
From Emily S.
Dear Family, Friends, and Alex,
May 9, 2008. A day that I will never forget. I will try to sum it up...
We went to the city of Martinez for the day. We did two plaza ministries where we passed out fliers and did special music to get people to come to the service in the evening. We passed out thousands of brochures. This church normally has 3-5 families at the church. But when it came time for that service there were about 40 people who showed up. We were so amazed. The small church was packed! It was so encouraging! "God is so good!!" It is not in our strength but by the power of God. Keep praying. I love you and miss you.
Emily
May 9, 2008. A day that I will never forget. I will try to sum it up...
We went to the city of Martinez for the day. We did two plaza ministries where we passed out fliers and did special music to get people to come to the service in the evening. We passed out thousands of brochures. This church normally has 3-5 families at the church. But when it came time for that service there were about 40 people who showed up. We were so amazed. The small church was packed! It was so encouraging! "God is so good!!" It is not in our strength but by the power of God. Keep praying. I love you and miss you.
Emily
From Chris
I can't begin to write all that God's been doing! Last night God worked in a small struggling church by bringing 40 visitors to our evening service. God worked in lives… mine… theirs. I feel like Peter begging Christ to depart from him after they caught so many fish. Thank you for your prayers. Keep praying. Ha! Keep praying that my Spanish get better than my Russian or my Chinese! And to my family… I love you and I miss you.
- Christopher
- Christopher
From Betsy
Our God reigns! Visiting these churches has been such a blessing. Yesterday I was with Jeremy Estrema and others, passing out fliers and tracts in San Miguel. Jeremy is a passionate Italian set on evangelizing Buenos Aires. He told us that the area we were in was one of the roughest, and that five of ten would accept the tracts. Also, he asked us to notice the peoples' faces--he described them as hard, angry at God and the world. It was true; their faces portrayed more accurately their eyes--a hopelessness in their hearts.
The church people though, shared vibrantly the joy and certain hope they had in Christ. Ultimately, I think they bless and challenge us more than we could ever do for them. It brings me to shame when I consider the many times I have taken my Christian home and heritage for granted. So to respond to your comment, Aunt Sherry, the Argentines have returned more than I have given. And Jacob, I've had the pizza and its muy ricas! I'm told that means "very delicious." And I especially like the olives on top. We are doing well. Good food, good people, and a good God. Thank you for your prayers.
- Betsy
P.S. Jacob, could you tell Andres there is a sever shortage of tacos!
The church people though, shared vibrantly the joy and certain hope they had in Christ. Ultimately, I think they bless and challenge us more than we could ever do for them. It brings me to shame when I consider the many times I have taken my Christian home and heritage for granted. So to respond to your comment, Aunt Sherry, the Argentines have returned more than I have given. And Jacob, I've had the pizza and its muy ricas! I'm told that means "very delicious." And I especially like the olives on top. We are doing well. Good food, good people, and a good God. Thank you for your prayers.
- Betsy
P.S. Jacob, could you tell Andres there is a sever shortage of tacos!
From Heather
Hola!
I want to say right off the bat that we have had many blessings so far on this trip. I am sorry I have not said much on the blog but I will make up for it now :). The first week has gone by so fast, and we have done so much. We have been to at least 3 churches, 2 plazas (parks) and have handed out tons of literature about our concerts with tracts. Last night we were at a church that was struggling and the pastor took so much time making nice flier's for us and just promoting our coming. The night had to be from God because over 50 visitors came and they listened to the music and the message intently. Some of the songs they would sing with us and were blessed with all the music that was presented. After the concert we stuck around to fellowship with the people and I meet a girl who was disabled. She was a sweet girl and she was blessed by the music. I was able to talk to her for a bit about how she learned English and what she likes. I meet her Aunt and sister. They were all so nice and wanted to practice there English. I was able to get her e-mail and I hope to stay in contact with her! If she is not saved I hope to witness to her, but I think she is a believer.
The messages from Mr. Trainer have been a huge rebuke to me! I have been convicted of my lack of love and devotion to the Lord. I have been encouraged and blessed by the music too! It is amazing to sing in a language you are not familiar with and know that it is impacting people :). It is also interesting to think that God does not just know English and Spanish but every language and He hears them all at the same time. He is truly an amazing God!!!!! I am looking forwarded to receiving blessings and being a blessing as well.
Mom, I love you and miss you!!! HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!!!!!I hope you can handle me being away for just one more month...now 2 weeks :)! Is there anything specific you want me to bring home for you? I have key chains, mugs, and some jewelery. I also bought a cool frog puppet. I am looking forward to wearing my Argentina Jacket, too. The experience of shopping in Argentina and paying with Pesos was cool.
Church, Thanks for your prayers and support! I am blessed to know that I have a wonderful church family that is willing to support me! Words cannot describe the feeling that overwhelms me when I think of all the thing you have done for me. I am so thankful!!! I will have a ton of stories for you when I get back. I am trying to get enough stuff to make a display board for everyone to see. I am trying :) to take pictures but I am not much of a photographer. Jacob is taking a ton and will burn them on a CD for us. I hope to use the stuff I get here for a display board in my classroom or when I am on deputation :) I will let the Lord make that decision....maybe both.
Well, thanks for listening to me ramble. Again sorry I am not been faithful in blogging more. I am not much of a writer :(. You can read what is going on in other peoples blogs too if you want more information. I am going to try to write more.
I LOVE YOU ALL AND AM EXCITED ABOUT COMING HOME AND TELLING EVERYONE ABOUT WHAT THE LORD HAS DONE ON A MORE PERSONAL LEVEL!!!!!!!!!
His Servant,
Heather
I want to say right off the bat that we have had many blessings so far on this trip. I am sorry I have not said much on the blog but I will make up for it now :). The first week has gone by so fast, and we have done so much. We have been to at least 3 churches, 2 plazas (parks) and have handed out tons of literature about our concerts with tracts. Last night we were at a church that was struggling and the pastor took so much time making nice flier's for us and just promoting our coming. The night had to be from God because over 50 visitors came and they listened to the music and the message intently. Some of the songs they would sing with us and were blessed with all the music that was presented. After the concert we stuck around to fellowship with the people and I meet a girl who was disabled. She was a sweet girl and she was blessed by the music. I was able to talk to her for a bit about how she learned English and what she likes. I meet her Aunt and sister. They were all so nice and wanted to practice there English. I was able to get her e-mail and I hope to stay in contact with her! If she is not saved I hope to witness to her, but I think she is a believer.
The messages from Mr. Trainer have been a huge rebuke to me! I have been convicted of my lack of love and devotion to the Lord. I have been encouraged and blessed by the music too! It is amazing to sing in a language you are not familiar with and know that it is impacting people :). It is also interesting to think that God does not just know English and Spanish but every language and He hears them all at the same time. He is truly an amazing God!!!!! I am looking forwarded to receiving blessings and being a blessing as well.
Mom, I love you and miss you!!! HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!!!!!I hope you can handle me being away for just one more month...now 2 weeks :)! Is there anything specific you want me to bring home for you? I have key chains, mugs, and some jewelery. I also bought a cool frog puppet. I am looking forward to wearing my Argentina Jacket, too. The experience of shopping in Argentina and paying with Pesos was cool.
Church, Thanks for your prayers and support! I am blessed to know that I have a wonderful church family that is willing to support me! Words cannot describe the feeling that overwhelms me when I think of all the thing you have done for me. I am so thankful!!! I will have a ton of stories for you when I get back. I am trying to get enough stuff to make a display board for everyone to see. I am trying :) to take pictures but I am not much of a photographer. Jacob is taking a ton and will burn them on a CD for us. I hope to use the stuff I get here for a display board in my classroom or when I am on deputation :) I will let the Lord make that decision....maybe both.
Well, thanks for listening to me ramble. Again sorry I am not been faithful in blogging more. I am not much of a writer :(. You can read what is going on in other peoples blogs too if you want more information. I am going to try to write more.
I LOVE YOU ALL AND AM EXCITED ABOUT COMING HOME AND TELLING EVERYONE ABOUT WHAT THE LORD HAS DONE ON A MORE PERSONAL LEVEL!!!!!!!!!
His Servant,
Heather
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