Only one more day to go! Below is most of our group, looking respectable and on our best behavior. (Minus one . . . Tori, you were with us in spirit!)

Now, THIS is how we normally look and act, a little more relaxed and a lot more goofy!

On Saturday, we met as a team for the last time before our departure. We shared questions we had, went over logistics, and finalized our game plan for the VBS lessons we’ll present in the DR. Probably the most exciting part of the day was learning three Spanish songs that we’ll be teaching to the children there. 

Andrea, who’s fluent in Spanish, was kind enough to help us pronounce the words and learn the lyrics, as well as some movements to go along with them.

As we make our final preparations, please pray that we’ll be able to complete the work and family commitments needed before we leave home. Also, some in our group are dealing with physical issues that might make the trip uncomfortable, so prayer for healing would be greatly appreciated.

Finally, please pray for our mental well-being since some of us are feeling anxious about what the trip will be like. For some, this is their first time flying or their first time traveling to another country. Pray that we’ll practice what we preach . . . that we’ll trust the Lord, let go of our fears, and move forward with peace in our hearts, knowing that our lives are in His loving hands.

“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” ~ 1 Peter 5:7