Monday, July 31, 2006
Saturday, July 29, 2006
Friday the 28th of July
Hey everyone, this is Jolanda again. Friday morning was our last morning that we were going out and inviting people for the program. Here is Pastor Anema trying to stick the folleto and the invitation between the door because there was no response on the doorbell.
We had prayed that we won't rain out this night, and when we came there the sky was clear, but that changed very quickly! And we got a very heavy rain! But in the meanwhile a lot of children had showed up and stayed with us and waiting with us under the tent. And the adults were watching us, waiting to see what we were going to do. We waited till the rain stopped, and then we started singing. And it was one of the best evenings of this week, I think. This time we had an adult class too, and some of the ladies were really interested. Out of this area we got four names and phone numbers of people who showed some interest. So God heard our prayer, only He answered in a different way then we expected!
There were also alot of young people, of whom some didn't want to stay, but stayed after all and showed interest too.
And because we had to wait till the rain stopped before we could start our program, it was almost dark when we were done. So we got to see this beautiful sunset.
It was a great week for us! We have seen and learned alot I think, about how it is on the mission field. How God is working in people, and that the only thing you can do is trust on God, and put our efforts back in His Hands!





Friday, July 28, 2006
Thursday, July 27 - Shopping downtown!



Thursday, July 27, 2006
The days fly by . . .
It may be that our pictures all look quite the same to you; lots of excited kids and the team members doing what you would expect them to do. However, in each place where we hold our program different opportunities present themselves to speak to individuals, each with their own special set of circumstances. The Lord knows each one of these children, young people, and adults by name. We ask you to pray with us that the Lord would give us the words to speak, and that His Spirit would work in the heart and life of each one.
As with every other team, we are able to get our church name and information to many people. We printed seven thousand tracts with a simple gospel message and an invitation to the mission. We hope to get them into as many hands as possible, so people know where they can go to hear more.
As with every other team, we are able to get our church name and information to many people. We printed seven thousand tracts with a simple gospel message and an invitation to the mission. We hope to get them into as many hands as possible, so people know where they can go to hear more.
Hey everyone, Andrew here. This is a picture of some of the children who came out to our program despite the rain. The children were for the most part very enthusiastic about the singing, which was encouraging. We hope and pray that God will use our efforts in teaching these children about the bible through the programs we have, and that their lives will be changed by the word.




Wednesday, July 26, 2006
Wednesday, July 26





Martin and Marta's home
After the program on Tuesday everyone went to Martin and Marta's house for gorditas. Gorditas are little fried corn cakes that you eat with salsa. Marta was gracious and offered to teach us how to make them. It's harder than it looks.
What a blessing it was to fellowship with everyone in their home. Each person on the team loves getting to know the young people from the mission and friendships were formed quickly. We hope to encourage the young people here in Mexico and we are encouraged at the same time.
We just had another call here at Bout's house concerning the tracts we've been handing out. The person on the phone asked about the time of the service on Sunday, if families are allowed coming, and if it costs anything to come. Mrs. Bout made sure she knew it was all free and everyone is welcome. It's wonderful to hear that people are interested in the mission and want to know more about it.


What a blessing it was to fellowship with everyone in their home. Each person on the team loves getting to know the young people from the mission and friendships were formed quickly. We hope to encourage the young people here in Mexico and we are encouraged at the same time.


More Pictures from Tuesday's Program
Martin told his class of 9 and 10 year olds the story of Zaccheus. Here he is with his class coloring pictures.
Adela led the 3 and 4 year old group.
Here Richard, Angela and their daughter Jessica are leading the singing for the children.
After the Bible study time, the team and members of the church sang the songs we've been practicing all week. Pastor Bout explained the message and context of each of the songs so that the could appreciate what we were singing about. What a blessing it was to spread the Gospel message in Bible stories and songs.

Adela led the 3 and 4 year old group.

Here Richard, Angela and their daughter Jessica are leading the singing for the children.



Tuesday's Program
Tuesday night we were able to have our program in Jalisco. The rain stopped just as we finished setting everything up and it turned out to be a nice night. Here are Kristen and Michelle playing piano before the program started.
Pastor Rich Bout starts off the program with singing and an explanation of each song as we sing them. The songs we teach the children are simple Bible verses or have basic Biblical truths that are easy to remember. The children really enjoy the songs and when we come back the next year many of them still know the songs.
Here the children are doing the actions for Cuan Grande es Dios (My God is so big).
After singing the children are split up into groups according to their ages and are taught a Bible message. In this picture, Rev Bout is talking to the 11-12 year olds about God the Creator, His Son Jesus Christ, and His place in our lives.





Tuesday Morning Pictures
Tuesday morning the team handed out tracts in a large apartment complex called Los Fresnos in Tepic. In the past, teams have held programs here, but this year we just handed out the tracts.
Another view of the apartment complex. Everyone got their workout from climbing all those steps up to the doors of the thousands of apartments in that complex.

Another view of the apartment complex. Everyone got their workout from climbing all those steps up to the doors of the thousands of apartments in that complex.


Tuesday, July 25, 2006
A change of plans



Monday, the 25th



Marifer's friend Joshua had so much fun splashing in the puddles and was thoroughly soaked.

