All Saints Lutheran Church from Aurora, CO
Sarteneja in Belize, June 18 to June 24, 2010
PPM Staffers: Mike, Amanda, and Floyd
Ministries: Service , Children , Church , Sports , Mercy

Ministries

Safe Arrival!
by Amanda Bordeaux
June 18, 2010 at 03:57 PM

The team arrived this afternoon safe and sound! All flights were smooth and on time-praise God! After a short bus ride, they jumped into ministry right away at the Dorothy Menzie's Children's Home in Belize City where they loved on some precious children. We are now en route up north to Sarteneja where we will have dinner and get settled in. We are looking forward to a great week! We'll try to post a picture within the next few days. Thanks for all of your prayers!

Busy first day
by Mike Korth
June 19, 2010 at 03:17 PM

Our first day of ministry has been a rush! We set out to the construction site this morning with the intention of digging a few holes so that concrete could be poured for a foundation on Tuesday. We dug more than a few...
Part of our group went out visiting homes in the community as well -we met many amazing families and invited them out for the week of events.
This afternoon we were out on the sports fields playing soccer and volleyball with the children in the village. We have a youth night we are leading tonight and we are definitely looking forward to it.

Picture
by Mike Korth
June 19, 2010 at 03:18 PM

A picture from today

Sarteneja-rific!
by Mike Korth
June 21, 2010 at 05:11 PM

Yesterday we were blessed to help lead a night service at the church for the congregation. We put on a skit that dealt with hiding from God and putting on a "fake face" in front of our creator.
Today we spent time at the school working with the older youth there as well as the young children. We had stations set up and we rotated everyone through. We had a blast!
This afternoon we were back out on the sports field with about 65 children and youth from the village to play softball, volleyball, and of course soccer.

Picture
by Mike Korth
June 21, 2010 at 05:12 PM

A picture from ministry this week

Picture
by Mike Korth
June 21, 2010 at 05:13 PM

A picture from ministry this week

Last day of ministry
by Mike Korth
June 22, 2010 at 08:35 AM

Today we rose early after a wonderful night of sleep to head back to the Nazarene School here in Sarteneja. The weather seems a little bit cooler today which helps when ministering to a bunch of rambunctious children. We have set up stations outside and in and are able to play games, dance, sing, and teach the children the Good News. We are also ministering to the older children at the school with some more in depth activities and discussions.
We are excited to do as much as we can on the construction site this afternoon as well as visit some more homes throughout the community. We will finish up our evening with some sports ministry out on the field and a prayer service this evening.
Thank you all for your prayers of support, encouragement, and safety. It has been a WONDERFUL week and we can't wait to tell you all about it!

Comments

Megan Shaffer

Thank you all for your love and support. Our trip was un-Belize-able! We can't wait to tell you about it ~ to God be the Glory!

Mindy Midcap

I'm so proud of all of you. This going to be an adventure you'll never forget. Soak it all up! I miss you Kenzie! Can't wait to hear all about the trip. XXOO

Tim McGhee

Sounds like you all are doing a great job of spreading the word. It also seems that you are meeting people that you will always remember and they will remember you. Keep up the super job that you are doing, know that we are praying for you.

Denise and Pedro Gutierrez

We’re so glad to hear that you made it safely and the flights were good. It sounds like you are keeping busy. Enjoy the rest of your time and have fun. Can’t wait to hear all the stories. Have a safe trip home and God bless!

Christine Schwendemann

We are glad that everyone has arrived safely in Belize and we are praying that you all have a wonderful learning experience during you time there. We are looking forward to everyone's return safely and we miss you. Love Chris

Brad Locke

Good to see the first part of your trip went well... looks warm there. Went to the ice cream social / trolly exhibit...was interesting. I don't see you in the volleyball game shot, so I would talk to the photographer about trying not to cut you out of the photos in the future. Have a wonderful time and remember to wear gloves when mixing the concrete on Tuesday.

Tanya Scott

We are praying for the group and know you are speading God's word daily. It's so nice to be able to follow the trip on the internet. Have fun, work hard and play hard and remember everyone here is praying for you and know you'll have a safe return.

Brenda Shepard

Wow! Keep up the good work. We are all praying for you! Your pictures tell me there will be great stories to tell. Enjoy your week. Remember the song...As you go on your way may Christ go with you; May he go before you to show you the way; May he go behind you to encourage you; Beside you to befriend you; Above you to watch over; Within you to give you peace! Hugs to all!

Dave & Ingrid

Hello Megan S . . . realized too late that our email didn't reach your home Thurs B4 you left. y'all are in our prayers during your special mission. We pray safe travel, a great adventure in fellowship, a receptive Belize people, an amazing walk with our creator God and that He will give you words for your Christian witness. We look forward to your return and learning of your witness. Peace be with you All.

Kyla's Aunt Muffie

Glad you arrived safely and am so proud of all of you!!! Safe journey! Love, Aunt Muff

Kim Eastman

So glad you have arrived safe. I am praying for all involved and hope you have an experience that you will remember for a life-time. God bless!

Sheila Sandhagen

We are also glad to hear you arrived safely. Our prayers are with all of you - have a great trip!

Mary Chambers

Great to hear you've arrived safely....moms worry about those things! Have a blessed week, I pray that your hearts are touched as much as those you will touch. Peace

Donna Hayward

May God bless you in your mission trip and be a blessing to all people you encounter each day.

Lori Chullino

I am praying for you all to have a very safe journey. Don't let anything come between you having a good time and DO let this be a learning experience like you have never had before. I so look forward to hearing all about your trip. Love you all, Lori