Ok Guys the team has made it back into the states.
They will be arriving tonight at 6:55pm so so let all come to see them return.
Thursday, August 2, 2007
Monday, July 30, 2007
July 30
The team has finished their second camp and they have arrived in Beijing safely. Please lift the following up in prayer:
Blessings,
Lynn
- continued focus
- continued health and rest
- safe travel home
- Jerrod’s wisdom as he continues to deal with daily issues
Blessings,
Lynn
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
July 25th Update!!
What’s up Family!
It is day three of our second camp and I believe most of us are naturally feeling tired! After 14 days in East Asia and eight days of teaching students, it’s evident that some of us are exhausted. It is good though. We are reminded that it is ok to be tired but to rely on a greater source. Joy is something we are finding after various trials we have seen.
Of course our testing is producing endurance. This has been the most common factor in this camp. If you were to ask any one of our team members about their opinion of this camp, most would probably tell you that there is a feeling of distance between the students, teachers, and us. Though we are not quite sure of the reason, we remember that our Dad is in always in control and our definition of success doesn’t come from outer appearance. Be thinking for us that there would be divine appointments to meet with folks.
We are thankful that you have been thinking of us. Also think of the students and teachers. Think that they would be warm and connective to our teachers. One of the teachers we have met has a father that is currently dealing with a heart condition. Another person we have become very close to has a lot coming up on their plate as far has their role is concerned. Be thinking for all of those as well. Think of Jeff’s stomach problems. Think of our team leader, Jerrod, for wisdom and clear discernment. Also he may also have a case of stress related shingles. Be thinking for us in areas of patience and the attacks we have been receiving. May we persevere…
We praise our Dad for the incredible weather we have had here! The temperature hasn’t risen above 75. Also for the confidence Trichelle, Jon, and Drew have had in the classrooms. Everyone is being stretched farther than they thought possible. Dad is good…
Again, we are so incredibly thankful for your thoughts towards us…
Alive because He is,
The East Asia Team
It is day three of our second camp and I believe most of us are naturally feeling tired! After 14 days in East Asia and eight days of teaching students, it’s evident that some of us are exhausted. It is good though. We are reminded that it is ok to be tired but to rely on a greater source. Joy is something we are finding after various trials we have seen.Of course our testing is producing endurance. This has been the most common factor in this camp. If you were to ask any one of our team members about their opinion of this camp, most would probably tell you that there is a feeling of distance between the students, teachers, and us. Though we are not quite sure of the reason, we remember that our Dad is in always in control and our definition of success doesn’t come from outer appearance. Be thinking for us that there would be divine appointments to meet with folks.
We are thankful that you have been thinking of us. Also think of the students and teachers. Think that they would be warm and connective to our teachers. One of the teachers we have met has a father that is currently dealing with a heart condition. Another person we have become very close to has a lot coming up on their plate as far has their role is concerned. Be thinking for all of those as well. Think of Jeff’s stomach problems. Think of our team leader, Jerrod, for wisdom and clear discernment. Also he may also have a case of stress related shingles. Be thinking for us in areas of patience and the attacks we have been receiving. May we persevere…
We praise our Dad for the incredible weather we have had here! The temperature hasn’t risen above 75. Also for the confidence Trichelle, Jon, and Drew have had in the classrooms. Everyone is being stretched farther than they thought possible. Dad is good…
Again, we are so incredibly thankful for your thoughts towards us…
Alive because He is,
The East Asia Team
Monday, July 23, 2007
July 23rd update
Hey Company!
Traveling from one city to the next city in East Asia has shown us that there are still different cultures floating amongst the land! We are experiencing the differences between a more rural city that enjoys life and an urban setting that strives in their economy. The buildings are a little more modern and the people are a little less excited to see the “white foreigners!” I believe the area we are in has had the privilege of having a little more economic development than the last town. Overall, we are still fascinated with this growing culture!
Today was day one of the second camp and most of us are finding that we have to change our game plan to fit to their students. Most of the morning was used to assess the students and find out their skill levels. A problem most of the team ran into last week was the differences in skill levels among the students in the classrooms. In one class, you may have one student that could tell you the American Revolution in detail versus another student that was still confused in response to the question, “What is your name?” Most likely, the kid would say, “I’m fine. Thank you.” Argh…
We are trucking along and that is all that matters. We are confident in who we know
and what he has done for us. Our goal is to be excellent in all we do and build relationships with the locals. Be thinking for us in concern to our witness and interactions with people. It is so important that we give off a sweet fragrance and not leave a bitter taste in people’s mouths. We also think of you often, company. You have been such a huge deal of support to us in your thoughts.
Please be thinking that they would see his son in our team interactions. May we see and make most of every opportunity. Please be thankful that everyone is healthy and we have arrived here safely. Think about our team unity in hopes that we would continually be one minded and devoted to thinking.
Love you all so much…
East Asia Team
Traveling from one city to the next city in East Asia has shown us that there are still different cultures floating amongst the land! We are experiencing the differences between a more rural city that enjoys life and an urban setting that strives in their economy. The buildings are a little more modern and the people are a little less excited to see the “white foreigners!” I believe the area we are in has had the privilege of having a little more economic development than the last town. Overall, we are still fascinated with this growing culture!
Today was day one of the second camp and most of us are finding that we have to change our game plan to fit to their students. Most of the morning was used to assess the students and find out their skill levels. A problem most of the team ran into last week was the differences in skill levels among the students in the classrooms. In one class, you may have one student that could tell you the American Revolution in detail versus another student that was still confused in response to the question, “What is your name?” Most likely, the kid would say, “I’m fine. Thank you.” Argh…We are trucking along and that is all that matters. We are confident in who we know
and what he has done for us. Our goal is to be excellent in all we do and build relationships with the locals. Be thinking for us in concern to our witness and interactions with people. It is so important that we give off a sweet fragrance and not leave a bitter taste in people’s mouths. We also think of you often, company. You have been such a huge deal of support to us in your thoughts.
Please be thinking that they would see his son in our team interactions. May we see and make most of every opportunity. Please be thankful that everyone is healthy and we have arrived here safely. Think about our team unity in hopes that we would continually be one minded and devoted to thinking.
Love you all so much…
East Asia Team
Friday, July 20, 2007
July 19
Hello Family!
Thank you for all of your thoughts while we have been here at camp. This has been a trip I think none of us will ever forget! The interesting food, crazy kids, and unpredictable weather are all creating for us a very fulfilling experience. I believe few of us had an idea of what to expect from this rich culture.
Day one was very interesting for us. Everyone from children to elderly people were astonished, curious, and bewildered as they saw the white Americans on campus! They sat and gazed as we walked across the stage to take a seat and give a presentation of what we had to offer to their culture. With every eye watching, it seemed like they waited in anticipation of every move we made! Uncertainty awaited us as we questioned the food and the attitudes of our students were going to be teaching.
Today is day four of camp and day eight of our journey. Most of us have become very accustomed to this way of life. Washing clothes is awesome without a washing machine! Wait, I’m lying. It stinks! We are reminded of what great things we have at home that we take for granted. He has shown us so much of how selfish we can be and what a blessing it is just to be alive and breathing. Thank Him often!
We are thankful of the company back home and your thoughts. We are also thankful for the unity we’ve had, healing of Judy’s toe, the relationships we have built, and the day by day successes with the natives we have met.
We ask that you think of us often in concerns to Jonathon’s health, continued unity among team members, joy when we meet various trials so that it will make for us endurance, Heather’s back problems, and wisdom and discernment for our team leader.
Thanks again for your continued thoughts…
East Asia Team
Thank you for all of your thoughts while we have been here at camp. This has been a trip I think none of us will ever forget! The interesting food, crazy kids, and unpredictable weather are all creating for us a very fulfilling experience. I believe few of us had an idea of what to expect from this rich culture.
Day one was very interesting for us. Everyone from children to elderly people were astonished, curious, and bewildered as they saw the white Americans on campus! They sat and gazed as we walked across the stage to take a seat and give a presentation of what we had to offer to their culture. With every eye watching, it seemed like they waited in anticipation of every move we made! Uncertainty awaited us as we questioned the food and the attitudes of our students were going to be teaching.
Today is day four of camp and day eight of our journey. Most of us have become very accustomed to this way of life. Washing clothes is awesome without a washing machine! Wait, I’m lying. It stinks! We are reminded of what great things we have at home that we take for granted. He has shown us so much of how selfish we can be and what a blessing it is just to be alive and breathing. Thank Him often!
We are thankful of the company back home and your thoughts. We are also thankful for the unity we’ve had, healing of Judy’s toe, the relationships we have built, and the day by day successes with the natives we have met.
We ask that you think of us often in concerns to Jonathon’s health, continued unity among team members, joy when we meet various trials so that it will make for us endurance, Heather’s back problems, and wisdom and discernment for our team leader.
Thanks again for your continued thoughts…
East Asia Team
Tuesday, July 17, 2007
A note from the team
Hey Family!
Travel has come to a head and we’ve finally arrived in our home city. 46 hours of travel later and most of us feel great! Everything has turned out miraculously wonderful. It seemed like we had a hand over us the whole time. Even though we almost missed two flights, lost some luggage for a short period of time, and spent 6 hours sitting on pieces of paper in one of the East Asian airports, you can tell we had a Helper with us!
Probably the most amazing thing that has occurred is how hospitable the people are with us! The group that is helping us here in East Asia has been nothing but a blessing in getting our hotel, travel, and food together for us considering our team leader’s the only one on our team that can speak the native tongue! Tomorrow we start day one of our English camp. We’re confident of good things that will happen with the words we speak and our interactions with the locals.
We are absolutely thankful for the safety that’s been over us, our arrival, the weather, new friends, and unity between team members! We do ask that you remember and think about us often in concerns to wisdom, discernment, endurance, family & friends back home, Judy’s broken toe (yes, it happened at the hotel), teachers, students, and families that we have influence with!
Thanks again for every time you think about us…
East Asian Team
Travel has come to a head and we’ve finally arrived in our home city. 46 hours of travel later and most of us feel great! Everything has turned out miraculously wonderful. It seemed like we had a hand over us the whole time. Even though we almost missed two flights, lost some luggage for a short period of time, and spent 6 hours sitting on pieces of paper in one of the East Asian airports, you can tell we had a Helper with us!
Probably the most amazing thing that has occurred is how hospitable the people are with us! The group that is helping us here in East Asia has been nothing but a blessing in getting our hotel, travel, and food together for us considering our team leader’s the only one on our team that can speak the native tongue! Tomorrow we start day one of our English camp. We’re confident of good things that will happen with the words we speak and our interactions with the locals.
We are absolutely thankful for the safety that’s been over us, our arrival, the weather, new friends, and unity between team members! We do ask that you remember and think about us often in concerns to wisdom, discernment, endurance, family & friends back home, Judy’s broken toe (yes, it happened at the hotel), teachers, students, and families that we have influence with!
Thanks again for every time you think about us…
East Asian Team
Monday, July 16, 2007
Day one!
The first week of their trip is going great!! For the most part their travel went well, a few people lost luggage, but other than that they made it safe and all is on task. They have begun to teach in the school, it has been challenging but good. The teachers and classrooms have been a little demanding, and the team is starting to be tried and tested. But the Holy Spirit has been very involved in their work! The team as a whole is doing great, Judy broke her toe but is doing fine and Jeff has caught the stomach bug but it isn't stopping his work for the Lord. Pray for rest for the team. They are very tired (not discouraged) after day one. Jerrod is going to try to get a little shorter day tomorrow. Please pray also for team unity. Unity is strong now but could be weakened as members grow more tired. Everything is right on target as of now so please keep praying! Pictures should come soon!
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