Arrival in Sevastopil
We left Odessa yesterday and arrived in Sevastopil this afternoon. We had an eventful day sailing on the Black Sea preparing for our first orphanage. We all learned a new song written by Sheila Uselton. The song “Please Remember” is a great simple song that we are going to use to sing to the orphans right as we leave. It was translated into Ukrainian and we are practicing it often. The very last lines of the song is “God loves you”. This is an awesome message to leave with the children, a message of hope and of love.
This evening we spent time with a HopeHouse family and had some wonderful worship time. We got to hear their stories, and then they sang us songs. Kevin Wood borrowed their guitar and Olivia Brunson and Emily Wood joined him in leading us in a worship song that was very moving. The family thanked us for taking the time out of our lives to do this work.
God has continued to bless us in unexpected ways. We found additional duffles that will help provide more supplies to the 2 additional orphanages on our trip that we didn’t plan on.
Tomorrow morning will be our first orphanage. Please pray for the children that we will see tomorrow and that their hearts will be open to the message that we bring, God’s love and his amazing grace and mercy! Thanks for all of your prayers, we are feeling it!
Jun 04, 2007
Dear Dawn Kotsch,
Sounds like ya’ll are having really good luck on your trip so far, thats awsome!! I miss you alot! I hope you still have your guitar for tomorrow .. remember ‘desperado..’ love you .. your son davy
Jun 04, 2007
Hi Nancy,
I am so excited for you guys and all the wonderful things you are doing there. It sounds like everything is going well. We missed you at Ryno’s party yesterday Sean had all the troops with him and everyone had a great time.
Miss you! Take care! I will keep you in my prayers!
Shelly
Jun 04, 2007
Hi Nancy,
I am so very proud of you for having the faith to answer God’s call on your heart. The kids and I miss you terribly of course but we all know that you are taking part in the service of God’s Kingdom and that in doing so we are still connected though far apart in miles. I look forward to hearing your experiences as to how God works through you and all the others who answered His call to serve. Be aware though, by taking this leap of personal faith, you have made yourself open to being called upon again in the future. You will be, and I know from personal experience that once you have felt the pull of your heart, that you will desire more than anything to continue to answer. What a blessing to be in the service of the Almighty God who hears our prayers and answers us each according to our needs. When I was lost and in need, God provided you. Through you, I found my way back to Him. You have always been a blessing in my life and I am so happy for you that you will now, in the company of so many others, be a blessing for our brothers and sisters in the Ukraine. It is placed on my heart to share the following passage because you are following in the footsteps of those who came before, “Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying ‘whom shall I send? Who shall go for us?’ And Isaiah answered, ‘here am I Lord send me’” (Isaiah 6:8). The situation may be different but the committment to His service is no less important. God called and you answered. May God Bless You all and God Speed.
Jun 04, 2007
Hi Dawn,
I miss you lots and pray you are having the time of your life! How exciting that you will visit your firt orphanage tomorrow! I know that God has prepared this work for you to walk from the foundation of the world and will impact those children in a mighty way through you!
Love,
Susan
Jun 04, 2007
Pat & Kasey,
See how God just provides just what is needed. Sometime over here we can forget that. Have an incredible time tomorrow. I know that God’s love will pour from all of you and that they will all be touched by the light of God that shines through you. We Love you!!!! Mike & Tera
Jun 04, 2007
Hi Suzy,
I hope you are having smooth sailing. I’m praying for you.
I know you’re excited about your first orphanage visit.
Everything is OK here. I love you.
Jun 04, 2007
Hi Lynn & Brittney
Glad your trip is going well. We are following your scheduled activities hour by hour and it all sounds so exciting. Hope you all will have fun learning your song so that the children will understand your message of love. Just talked to Jim, and he and Julie are doing well. Sending our love. Dad and Mom
Jun 04, 2007
Wendi,
I love you. I am thinking about you today, Tuesday, as you go to the orphanages. Tell Zoya hello for me and I look forward to maybe an update from you if possible. We miss you here and anxiously await your return. May God’s grace be with you.
Much love,
Justin.
Jun 04, 2007
Hi Jill,
Good morning sweetheart. Just thought I’d say a few words to you. Dad and I are so very proud of you and what you are doing. To know that our daughter is on a trip for Jesus. Sharing Christ’s love and trying to meet some of the physical need’s of those precious, precious children also. Keep up the good work.
Tomorrow as you and the other ladies visit the orphanages we will be praying that God’s Holy Spirit will lead and guide each of you in everything you say or do.
Miss and Love You
PS Everyone and Everything is fine here.
GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU
Love Mama and Daddy
Jun 04, 2007
Danielle and Joel,
Hey its great to hear that yall made it there safe and sound. Sounds like you had an amazing first day and I hope there are many more to follow. I just want you to know that i am thinking and praying for you…Im proud of both of ya…Give the kids hugs for me…oh and all the above goes for you too Ellen
Love yall,
Peyton
P.S. Danielle, i trust you have found a Peruvian stowaway in ur suitcase…lol…feel free to give it to one of the kids, i wont hold it against you…haha
Jun 04, 2007
Hi Nancy & Jill,
Thank you for all that you are doing for the orphans. I know that you have already touched many lives and will continue to do so during your travels. Thank you for doing God’s work.
In His Name,
Sherry
Jun 05, 2007
J & D,
I was so glad to see an update tonight. I love that we can pray specifically for you along each leg of your journey. Stay strong knowing that God is with you and is using you in such tangible ways to reach out to these children. Love you guys!
XOXOX
Aunt Jean
Jun 05, 2007
Mom and Dad (Mandy & Jack),
I love you. I miss you. What are you doing? I hope you’re having fun. Junior gardening camp is really fun.
Jun 05, 2007
Dear Dawn,
Sounds as though God is already hard at work, and the rest of you guys are doing all that you can to help Him out!! By the time you read this, you’ll probably have returned from your visits to the first orphanages. I pray that you’ve had the most awesome day of the trip — so far! May God continue to bless your mission in a Mighty Way, and may your heart be strengthened by His love. Know that those of us back here are holding you guys up to God for special strength to carry-out your mission.
Love,
Linda
Jun 05, 2007
Elle, my belle! Love these blogs and knowing what you’re doing. Trust the orphanage today was a blessing. Was it Katia’s? (Just FYI: Annie didn’t get her wisdom teeth out yesterday…Thurs. is now the day.:)) We love you, Ellen, and are praying for you daily——- Love, Mom & Dad
Jun 05, 2007
Danielle and Joel,
It sounds like you had a great day yesterday. I can’t wait to hear your song I love the ending what a great way to send Gods love. Praying ffor your first visit.
Love Aunt Pattie
Jun 05, 2007
Hi Amy (“Sweetie”) Webb,
Missing you a great deal. It is amazingly quiet here in Wisconsin, given that I don’t know anybody. I watched Titanic the other night (sorry, I know you are on a boat). It made me wish that we were watching it together. (Sorry for the sappiness to anybody else reading this). Anyway, I am so proud of you for going to Ukraine to do this. You are an inspiration to your husband and your entire family. Don’t feel like you need to call me or anything. I know it is expensive. But I look forward to talking to you in a week or so.
Love you.
Ty
Jun 05, 2007
Greetings and blessings to the whole team – but a special greeting to Jamey and Abby. We are so proud of you, and you are in our prayers daily. Our prayer for you today is Psalm 91:2,4. “I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in Him will I trust. He shall cover thee with His feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust.”
Have a blessed day!
Mandy and Zack Coley
Jun 05, 2007
Jillian,
My first attempt last Saturday must have gone on the building trip blog………..pretty sure this one WILL get to you. You are thought about and prayed for just about every other second. Just can’t get YOU and what you are doing out of my head. That’s a GOOD thing. All is well here. You are missed hugely !!!!!!
Love,
Ter……………….ps Indiana was great……..we’ll talk
Jun 05, 2007
Wendi,
If you can’t tell I miss you, then I thought maybe a second posting would help. For someone who is used to being so connected and getting information whenever they want, it sucks not being able to talk to you on a daily basis, or receive more updates. (No offense to Jack) I am praying for you daily and the entire team. Less than a week until you come home. Happy sailing!
Love you much.
Justin
Jun 05, 2007
Hi Patrick & Kasey,
So glad to hear you’ve made it there and are able to touch the lives of so many. Your church family is excited for you and look forward to your stories upon your return home.
We’ll keep you in our prayers!
Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church Family
Jun 05, 2007
Hi Nancy -
Love you! So glad you are able to do this. Take care and share those great hugs and wonderful smile with the orphans!
Kim
Jun 05, 2007
Dawn,
I’m praying for you and the group every day. I know you all are bringing God’s light and message to the orphans. Know that people here are supporting you and lifting you up daily. We are all praying for a safe journey. Give someone a hug for me, wish I were there too. I’m proud of all of you. Miss you.
Love,
Laurie
Jun 05, 2007
Dear Danielle and Joel,
I am home now and can get to my computer. Aunt Jean has been keeping me posted. By now you have loved on some very special children. God has been waking me up at all hours and I know he wants me to be praying for you! We are covering you and your group in prayer and all of Gods’s promises. I hope and pray that your team feels the hand of God as you minister. This Sunday at Aunt Marybeth’s church the mesage was that “All children deserve to learn and know who God is” I thought that was so fittng with your trip and VBS aproaching. I miss you both terrible and I am so proud and happy that you are serving God. All my love, MOM XXXOOO
ps if you can slip me a note that would be great!!!
Jun 05, 2007
Hi Mom,
I love you and I miss you alot. I hope you are having a good time. The next time you call I want to hear your voice and say hello. Have fun.
Love,
Seth
Jun 05, 2007
Jack & Mandy: We miss you! We’re glad to hear that the trip is going well and that you’re all safe! Can’t wait to see the slides and hear you sing your new song in Ukranian!
We will continue to pray for you – especially with your first orphanage visit. Lots of love, Nate & Wendy
Jun 05, 2007
hi mom,
i love you mom i really miss you alot.are you having fun in the Ukraine.six flags was really fun we rode goliath 3 times it would of been better if you were there. cant wait till you get home.
love,
spencer
Jun 05, 2007
We are in NYC, having a good time (not as good a time as it would be if Sheila/Mama were here) but we know you are doing something very very important.
Hey Mama its Jordy! I miss you so much! I had such a great Birthday surprise. Dad really got me this time. I wish you were here with us. I have been praying for you every night. Have a wonderful time. With love, Jordan
Hi! We’re having a great time here! Missing you, but so amazed by the work you’re doing. What an amazing experience to be a part of; I hope to have a similar experience someday. We are very proud of you and know that the impact you are having will last a lifetime in the lives of the children you are reaching. God bless, love you, be safe—–Lydia
Looking forward to hearing more and expect to hear you sing Please Remember in Ukrainian when you get home. All my love, Randy
Jun 05, 2007
Jamey, Abby & Sheila:
So glad to hear you all made it safely, PRAISE the LORD!!! How wonderful to have a daily log for everyone to check on your progress, thanks Jamey for leaving the link on Wittenberg site. Abby, I hope you are feeling better my dear. I look forward to reading about your daily happenings for the next week!!! God Bless you three, take good care! Love, Melanie. P.S. Kiddos say Hi too!
Jun 05, 2007
Dear Madge family,
We’re so happy to hear you made it safe and sound. We’re thinking of you all of the time and praying for the whole team and the children whose lives you’ll be impacting. Lauren is safely in FL with Sr. High for church camp this week. She checked the blog before she left but it was too soon. She misses you Taylor and Kelly!! She can’t wait to hear Kelly’s reactions to everything she’ll see and do on the trip since it will all be new to her.
We eager to read the next blog entry!
God Bless.
the Van Dams
Jun 05, 2007
Gene- don’t worry about the girls– no followup necessary for either girls. Julia went back to school on Monday. Mom sorted your sock drawer
Mugsy is non-compliant with his meds. No news on our questions from DC, but Pastor Phil C. gave a call to follow up. We all miss you, but know that there is where you ought to be. ya lublu tibya. paka.
Jun 05, 2007
Hi Lynn and Brittney,
I have thought of you so much. I am praying that you know God’s presence more deeply than ever before as you minister there. Much love, Amy
Jun 05, 2007
Hey Emma
just wanted to say hi and let you know that all is well. Hope you are having a great time. Love Robin
Jun 05, 2007
Emma
your family loves you.
the mcdaniels and greens
Jun 05, 2007
Jillian,
One more try to see if these words can’t get through………..So great to get in our conversation earlier. Miss and love you with every fiber. So proud and amazed that this is all happening over in Ukraine. Soak it in…………give it out……….praying for each encounter and every minute to matter in every respect.
Love,
Ter…………….your persistent blogging hubby
Jun 05, 2007
Dear Madge Gang -
We think of you daily and miss you madly!!! We know that God has great things in store for all of you! We can’t wait to hear all the stories and see all the pictures. You will touch so many lives with God’s grace.
We Love you,
Susan , Jeff, George, Jack and Joe
Jun 05, 2007
Sweet Wendi:) – a year later and yes, now even sweeter!!
Just came home from Houston last night – the wedding was wonderful and it was so good to see so much of our family all in one place!!
Been thinking about you and praying for you today… I pray you’ll see Him there in every sweet face; hear him in every sweet voice raised in song…
It’s no accident that you are where you are “for such a time as this” – He has blessings and lessons for you there that would’ve missed if you hadn’t said yes to his call.
Love you girl!
Marjean
Jun 05, 2007
Hey Lynn. I hope you are doing better and getting to enjoy the trip. Julie and I had a pretty good evening. I even think we have decided not to do the honors route this year. She will still have to take it but a year later. I just don’t like this honors stuff at all in the middle school. But I always wanted to have more fun and less home work.
I guess Brittney is doing well and enjoy the trip. Tell here we love her and miss her. We really do miss you both and hope you both are having a great time serving the Lord, being His hand and feet.
Love you.
Jun 05, 2007
Hi Lynn & Brittney,
We hope your first Orphnage trip and the others were well received by all. It is hard to imagine the experiences that you are having. Take good notes and let us hear it all when you get back. We are praying that you will stay healthy and that your mission will be a success.
We love you.
Jun 05, 2007
Hello Patrick and Kasey and friends. We thank God for each of you and what you are doing for the children in the orphanages. I keep praying that the children will know that the LORD loves them deeply so that each of them will have HOPE!!! I also pray that none of the teenagers will have to be prostitutes or drug dealers because Ukranian christians will reach out to them when they are sent out and mentor them and help them get work skills.
I am also praying that the LORD will help each of you overcome the sadness as you leave the children. What a hard thing that is to do. May the God of all grace sustain you and the children.
With love in Jesus, Laura
Jun 05, 2007
Jillian,
It’s g’nite over here and probably just about g’mornin where you are………….tank up on all HIS grace for your new day there and have a great one !!!!!!!!! All my love, Ter
Jun 05, 2007
Jamers & Abster ~ We’ve been praying for you guys every morning & thinking of you throughout our day. We are very proud of you both, for your love & faithfullness to God & your willingness to serve Him. We are very grateful that you have tender hearts to share God’s love & Word with those in areas of need. It’s wonderful to be able to receive an update on your daily activities! We love you both very much! ~Mom & Dad
Jun 05, 2007
hey danielle i hope ur first orphanage went well and u had fun with the kids. i hope u guys r having as much fun as last time. i miss u and i hope everything goes well. i love you!!!
hey joel have u got ur boxers hung from the flag pole yet???lol i hope ur having fun. dad still doesnt understand ur peanut butter and crackers theory lol i miss u and cant wait for u to get home. i love u so much!!!
Jun 06, 2007
Hey Emily and Kevin! Great to hear things are going well. Keep on showing Christ and his love. We love you!
Mom and Dad
Jun 06, 2007
Mandy and Jack, Hope all is well. I’m praying for you both. Can’t wait to hear you stories. anne
Jun 06, 2007
Jillian,
Have an amazing day………….all’s good…….including plants.
All my love and strong prayers for a great Ukranian Wednesday.
Love,
Ter
Jun 06, 2007
Hi Nancy,
I’m so proud of you for the work you are doing for the Lord. While your there pick out a little girl for us areound 4 or 5 , put her in your suitcase and bring her home! Just kidding!!!
We miss you here and I can’t wait to hear all about the entire trip. Thanks so much for sending us the information and keeping us updated. You, Shelly, Billie and are WILL have lunch when you get back. By the way I gave Shelly your green pampered chef knife you left at Ellen’s! 
Love you,
Susan
Jun 06, 2007
Hi Nancy,
Report from the home front (truly the front of your home) – - all is well. Your house is still standing, all dogs and children are accounted for, and Sean has only had to borrow ketchup (so far). Sounds like a very blessed and successful trip from all perspectives!
Blessings to all of you,
Liz
Jun 06, 2007
Hi Nancy,
I have been reading through the comments and updates everyone has left so far about your trip. It sounds as though you (and your entire team) are having an amazing experience. Everyone at home is eagerly anticipating your return so we can learn more about this distant land and your journey. Please stay safe. We miss and love you very much!
Love,
Lesley
Jun 06, 2007
hi mom,
i miss you i love you. only five days till you come home. hope your having fun in the ukraine. cnt wait to see you.
love,
spencer
Jun 06, 2007
i love you mom and i miss you alot. it was good to talk to you on the phone. my throat is feeling better. i hope your having fun playing with the kids. i cant wait to see you.
love seth
Jun 06, 2007
Dear Dawn,
Since I’m not very “computer-savvy”, I think I just put a message on the other blog by mistake — if that’s possible!
Anyway, I’m anxious to hear the latest from your reporter!! Please, give him or her a few minutes off to write to us!!
Love,
Linda
Jun 06, 2007
Hi Jamey, Abby and Sheila,
Update on David…. Possible 6 hr surgery, ended up being 12hrs. Surgery went well, but when closing up the dr. noticed bleeding. While trying to stop the bleeding, found out that he had a tear in his aorta. Was put back on the heart/lung machine to replace that part of the aorta. What took so long, was they had to lower his body temp. Due to his size, it took a long time to warm him back up. He will be on a venilator for days. He’s not out of the woods, yet. We have not heard anything this morning. Keep him in your prayers.
Hope you are all having a great time,
Retia
Jun 06, 2007
Jill,
It sounds like everyone is doing great on the trip. I cant wait to hear all about your experience. God knew you would have such a meaningful impact on the children, thats why your there. I know the days will get long and tiring but the time you spend with the kids at the Orphanage will forever be engraved in the hearts and minds of these children. I love you and miss you with all my heart and I know God will let this experience spill over into our life and make our family a better than it already is. Everything at home is fine. The boys iss you but are having fun. Seth is feeling better, hopefully Spencer will not catch strep from seth. Keep posting as we love to hear about your journey.
Troy, sorry about riding you about the blog. I thought you were doing the post. I was kidding anyway. I know you guys are very busy. Hope your back is holding up. I also want to send a BIG THANKS to everyone on the trip from all of us here in the states for all your doing. We are praying for you all.
Love,
Rex
Jun 06, 2007
Jamey,
P.S. It was 14 hrs. of surgery on David, instead of 12.
Retia
Jun 06, 2007
Hi Guys,
I can’t tell you how much you are missed and we continue to pray for your safety and that the Lord would use you to plant many seeds. Just take a bath in His goodness and cherish this time. We are so excited to hear how all is going. Tell Jack we appreciate all he can do to keep us up to date. Much love to all! Mom and Dad XXXXOOOO
Jun 06, 2007
Hey Mandy,
I bet you are having a truly blessed time! I can’t wait to hear what God has shown you of Himself through this trip! Many prayers & much love to you & Jack.
Mary (& Theron)
Jun 06, 2007
kelley belley!!!,
i misss u sooooooooooo much!!!!! i cant wait to see u! right when u come home we r gonna hang out! i also stayed up listening to music and lookin pics of us! i miss u soooo mcuh and i lovveeeeee you sooooooooooooooo much times 120938120391209831209831092312398. “blog me back”!!! i cant wait to see u and i love u so much!!! im off to do fireworks with tmac!!!
love love love love love, hayden
Jun 06, 2007
Hey Kelley and Taylor! It sounds like you guys are doing great on the trip! I can’t wait to hear about everything when you guys get back! Caroline, Tayler, Kenna, Lauren, and I all miss you guys TERRIBLY! I’m so happy we got to talk the other day! That was so cool! =] We are all praying for your saftey and we hope you are having a great experience. Kelley- I gave Hayden the blog and I think he is writing something right now! =] I love you guys SOOOOOOOOOO much! Be safe. -ERiN DOYLE
Jun 06, 2007
Jenny, Jack, & Abby Mae say hello. They sure do miss you. We do too. Big hugs, big kisses, and all the rest. I am writing this on my brand new laptop! can you believe it? Keep on rocking in the free world.
Jun 06, 2007
Hello Emily, Patrick & Kevin and all the Team; You sleep, we pray! Thanking God for all of you and knowing you’re never going to be the same when you return. Miss you. Hope you’re not sea sick. Kevin, don’t quit clowning around and glad you’re keeping your room picked up. Hopefully, Emily’s doing the same with her half of a room! Love ya!
Jun 06, 2007
Nancy,
You are my “American Idol” !!! Just when I think you have given all you can for other people, you give more. I am in awe of your unselfishness and sacrifices in the name of the Lord. You are an inspiration to me and have taught me that in this crazy and hectic world, there is always time to share ones self for the good of those less fortunate.
Love you,
Susan
Jun 06, 2007
Debbie and Kelly, We are thinking of and praying for you and the entire team. What a wonderful adventure. Be safe and we’ll see you soon.
Jun 06, 2007
Hi Nancy,
What a wonderful thing you are doing by giving the gift of yourself and your time in HIS name. It sounds very emotional but just know how you are touching these childrens lives. Something they will never forget and most likely will make an inspiring difference in their lives. God bless you and the family forever.
Love, Aunt Teri
Jun 06, 2007
Hi Kevin and Emily!
What an experience you guys must be having! Able to see the Spirit of our Lord and Savior work through you to touch others with His love. That’s what life as a Christian is all about. Will be praying for you and the team.
Love, Aunt Joyce
Jun 06, 2007
Hi Mom and Dad,
We are having fun playing Yamodo – it’s awesome! Today I saw a llama. Tomorrow we plan to go swimming. I’m getting good at Guitar Hero II. I love you both, Spencer
J & M: We are praying for you guys each night. All is well here and the boys are having a fun together. Michelle
Jun 06, 2007
hey mrs.ab, bennett, and ms. shelia,
ms. shelia, i got a little scrape because i fell on some wood.
i miss you very much!
ms. Ab i love you and miss you. i falled on some wood and got a little scrape. Jenny is spending the night with Genenva
i got two crawdads at camp!
bennett, i love you and miss you. i falled on some wood and got a little scrape. i got two crawdads at camp. i watched batman with daddy today, catwoman gave him a lick kiss, it was fun and scary. penguin only ate fish. that is all i want to say
Jun 06, 2007
ms abby, i love you and i gave you a note. i love baxter boy and want to hug him and kiss him. i want to have scooby snacks at your house and watch a movie. i like using the port o potties at camp. can’t wait for you to return from far far away
Jun 06, 2007
Hey my favorite friend,
the circle is really quite in the morning with out you. i have found myself running down the middle of the sidewalk, not on the outside. i pray daily foryour health and strength. i hope you are resting well and drinking lots of water. how many cliff bars have you eaten? miss you bad! love you much!
Jun 06, 2007
Jill & Nancy,
I’ve been forwarding your e-mails to our Sunday class. There are a lot of people that are praying for your mission and can’t wait to hear all about your trip However, your trip update to the class will have to wait until the last Sunday in June becasue I am teaching the K Sunday School class and I don’t want to miss it!
Praying for you daily,
Sherry
Jun 06, 2007
Hey Taylor!
Hope you are having a great time on your mission trip! Keep up the good work on spreading the love of God!
Hope to see you soon!
Amber Dodson
Jun 06, 2007
Hey Troy
Hey Rhonda
Hey Jill
Hey Nancy
Hey Yuri
God Bless you all for putting the orphans first in your lives.
We can’t wait to hear your stories of hope.
Jay
Jun 07, 2007
Deneen wanted me to pass along to all of you that you have been in her thoughts and prayers this week. While she has been at the hospital most of this week with her dad, she has been reading your daily blog reports. She is unable to respond from her Blackberry. She is so proud of all that you are doing and thanks you for what you are doing. Thanks to Rhonda for leading the group. It is obvious from reading your daily reports that the Lord is with you and His hand is on you as you minister to the orphans each day. Pastor Rick – Deneen says she can’t believe that she is not there with you in Ukraine (inside joke).
You have been in Teresa’s and my prayers this week and we will continue to pray for the rest of your mission trip. Please tell Yuri and Ira hello for us. Please continue to pray for Deneen, her mom and their family this week as they minister to Brian as his condition deteriorates.
Bob Boren
Jun 07, 2007
Dawn – I really love that we can keep up with your trip on this website. What an awesome experience for your group and the children whose lives you all are touching. Please know that we are praying for you everyday. We miss you and love you! Love, Cathy and Cody
Jun 08, 2007
Hi Lynn and Brittney, Hope you all are getting much done in Jesus
name. Don and I have prayed that your trip has made a big difference in the lives of many people. Stay well and tell all
of the group that we have prayed for all everyday. Our Bible school
has been a success. 8 were saved. Isn’t that wonderful! Better go.
Love, Don and Shirley
Jun 08, 2007
Hey, Jamey & Abby! I absolutely enjoyed reading Jack’s & Abby Mae’s messages to you! They are the cutest kids! I think of you guys everyday & pray for you all. I love you very much! ~MOM
Jun 08, 2007
Hi Jill – greetings from San Fran! I have been thinking about you and praying for you constantly. It sounds like God is already doing amazing things there and using all of you and your spiritual gifts in such unique ways. I look forward to hearing more stories of the work He is doing there through all of you.
I love you & miss you!
Prayfully,
Your daughter Hayley
Jun 08, 2007
kelley,
you will be home soonish and i cant wait to see u!!! i love u so much!!!! have fun!!! goodbye belley
hayden
Jun 09, 2007
TAYLER AND KELLEY!
i hope you both are loving you trip and we all miss you so very much!
i just got back from Florda yesterday and had an awsome time.
i have been praying for you both all week, for i hope God will reveal himself in mysterious ways, as he has done for me this past week at camp.
just to fill You in on what you’ve missed, which won’t be much from me, because i have missed alot from being gone as well, but erin broke her wrist last night.
yes taylor, i know, but she WILL be able to stunt at cheerleading camp. she can’t tumble, but the doctor has given her an ok for stunting.
her, tayler, and kenna were all at kennas house last night, and like normal,they were dancing around.lol
erin just fell on the couch to sit down and kenna fell right back on her wrist, and it broke
she is ok, of course, but just thought you two might want to know.
In Romans 12:12 it says: Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, and faithful in prayer.
that verse has come to my mind as i have prayed for you this week, and i hope God will use all your spiritual gifts to glorify his name.
May you all reflect the Lord to whom ever you come across in your final days there.
WE love you SOOO MUCH and miss you MORE THAN ANYTHING!
can’t wait to see you,
Lauren Van Dam
Jun 03, 2008
Ukraine’s Orphans It is a crisis. But there’s hope.
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Imagine being a child living in an orphanage. Abandoned by your parents. Receiving inadequate nutrition. Few or no medicines to relieve your suffering when you are sick. No one who is dedicated just to you – to tell you how special you are, to help you learn to walk and talk and encourage you as you study and grow. Even if the caretakers at your orphanage are caring and loving, there are just too many children and too little money to change the situation.
Your future doesn’t look too bright. When you are 16, you will have to leave the orphanage. You don’t have family to turn to. There are few jobs in your country. There are few programs to feed you or house you. And your self esteem is very low for all you’ve been through.
Right now, there are over 100,000 children living in orphanages in Ukraine. Official numbers vary, and it is difficult to pinpoint the exact number. Reports from 100,000 to 150,000 exist, with 120,000 being the most commonly cited number. There are officially another 100,000 in state care, such as semi-orphanages and other forms of care.
Whatever the final number, the reality for these children is bleak. Because the Ukrainian government provides extremely inadequate funds for clothing, shoes or other basics, and the budget for food is grossly inadequate as well, many children suffer from poor nutrition, medical issues that result from this like rickets, hunger, cold and lack of medicines. Orphanages depend on international aid for survival. This is why I am raising money for UKRAINES ORPHANS!
Would you like to set up a FUNDRAISER for HOPE HOUSE INTERNATIONAL?
Olga Orzhakhovsky
Jan 09, 2009
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Jan 10, 2009
hi
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good luck