Our apologies for the time in between blog entries. The service for internet has been spotty on the ship.
Our next day of orphanages was in Kherson. We visited two orphanages, and two HopeHouse families between 4:00 and 9:00pm. It was intense trying to get everything done. But thanks to God’s provision we were able to actually sit down with the Hopehouse families at a local church and break bread with them. They provided us small sandwiches, cucumbers, tomatoes and cookies. We were exhausted, but filled with joy at the end of the day.
The first orphanage was a whirlwind visit, but there were many connections with the kids and team members. It was mostly older kids (10-15) and we had fun. The chicken dance always gets the kids smiling (and anything Kevin does).
The second orphanage was very pretty and it was actually right on the Dnieper River. These children were much younger (3-9). This orphanage was for children who had potential for getting TB and were receiving preventative treatments.
The entire team is working together to be the hands and feet of Christ with each doing as they are gifted from God. A special thanks to Chad and Wendy Webb for managing all of the duffles, and for all of their late nights sorting socks! Nancy, Jill, Danielle, Ellen, Olivia, Hope, Mandy, Debbie, Lynn, Amy and Katie all helped with the socks, and we (and the children) really appreciate the work on this!
Sorry for the lack of posts, we’ll try to catch up on this today.
June 10th, 2007 at 8:04 am
Nancy,
I was so excited to get your e-mail from Sean since the blog had not been updated in a couple of days. I missed reading about what was going on with you all. I know you guys are really making a lasting impressions on the hearts of these children and families and they yours. Keep up God’s great work and I look forward to seeing you soon!
With love,
Shelly
June 10th, 2007 at 8:21 am
Dear Dawn,
You guys have to be near total exhaustion from the pace you are
keeping, but I’m sure that you wouldn’t have it any other way!! It’ll probably take you a day or two to rebound after you get home, but I can hardly wait to hear from you whenever you emerge from your “coma”!!Ha! I just know that there will be many, many beautiful stories that you were such a big part of! I pray that God will wrap you all in His arms as you leave there because I know that will be the hardest part of the mission. May you have a safe and restful journey home!
Love,
Linda
June 10th, 2007 at 8:46 am
Hi Amy,
I think it is funny that you have to take “vacation” time from work to go on this trip. It sounds like one great “vacation”. Nonetheless, I am sure you will come back with more memories and having seen more of how God can work in the toughest of situations than any vacation on which you have been before (with the possible exception of those “Oh why oh why oh why-o, do we always go to Ohio?” trips of your childhood). Anyway, I can’t believe I get to talk to you tomorrow (and even see you over skype)….and see you for real next weekend. I’m counting down the minutes. In the mean time, make the most of your last 24 hours. I admire you and respect your choice to go to Ukraine. I love you and will see you soon.
Ty
June 10th, 2007 at 9:59 am
Hello Patrick & Kasey,
Kelly & Brandon are bringing Jaydon home today. Courtney is so excited to have a baby brother. I’ll tell you all about it when you get home.
We miss you both & wish everyone the best. God’s blessings to all. Courtney says that you both are the greatest ,come & visit us in florida soon.
I love you both, mom
June 10th, 2007 at 10:04 am
Hi Uncle Patrick & Aunt Kasey,
I was playing with Bubba at dom & mom-mom’s house & I miss you. Come see me soon.I have a dog named dingo & a cat named Figaro. I moved close to the beach & have a swimming pool & a dock over the Halifax river . Dom taught me how to fish & I ciaught a red snapper .
I ,miss you very much come to florida soon.
Love, Courtney
June 10th, 2007 at 11:43 am
Andrew beat me to the punch with the Doobie Brothers comment…although I was going to be on tour with Sting and Aerosmith. I really don’t like name dropping like him though
We are thinking of you all and praying for you several times a day. Alex “got his hit back” in baseball and got the game ball last week after hitting 2 doubles. We are in the tournament now and Alex is hitting great and playing great defense. We miss you and love reading about the work God is doing through you all. Keep it up! All of our love!
June 10th, 2007 at 11:49 am
Dearest Suzy G,
The kids and I have been praying for you daily and are eager to see your beautiful face and radiant smile. We praise God that He has allowed you the opportunity to do this trip. We realize just how much this means to your soul. and we are certain that you are a blessing to each child you meet. May your last day there be a glorious testimony of His goodness in and through you.
We love you and are so proud of you,
kirkpatrick’s
June 10th, 2007 at 1:37 pm
Wendi,
1 day left until you will be home. I can’t wait! Of course I am glad for everyone to get home safely but I am a bit biased toward seeing you. I know it has been an amazing trip, one filled with a lot of great experiences and I will look forward to spending Tuesday with you just hearing all about it. Not sure if I will comment again, so if not I love you and come home safely!
Justin.
June 10th, 2007 at 2:29 pm
Chad, Wendy and Katie,(sock supervisors
Your group has kept up an amazing pace and touched so many lives for the kingdom of Christ. Hang in there as the visit comes to a close. Please know we are praying for your daily activities and for a safe trip home. We are very proud of you and love you very much!
I talked with Cissy today (Sunday) to tell her about your typed directions I had forgotten to show her. I also told her how to get to the airport. However, she is expecting a call from you when you get to NY. The kiddos are doing fine.
Love you bunches!
June 10th, 2007 at 4:02 pm
Elle! Wow — sounds like you’ve had a whirlwind couple of days. Hope you’re feeling the Lord’s strength and power through you in spite of any exhaustion you might be feeling. I’m dying to know: have you seen Katia? We are so excited for you to come home, but realize you’ll need time to process all you’ve seen and done. Trusting the Lord for safe travels for you and the group. I’m sure you can’t believe this long-awaited trip is winding down.I praise the Lord for your willingness to serve Him, Elle; I’m sure you were used in a powerful way! Love you much — Madre
xoxoooooooooooooooooo
June 10th, 2007 at 7:17 pm
Dawn, I can’t wait to see you and hear the wonderful and exciting stories of God’s love at work! I pray you will be able to have a restful trip home. Davy, Leslie, and I will see you at the airport and possibly Laurie!
I have missed you terribly!
Love,
Susan
June 10th, 2007 at 7:56 pm
Hey guys! perhaps you are already on your way home! we are thankful for the success of your trip and pray for your safe return. much love and total admiration. It is very quiet around the circle without you guys (and baxter and Bucer)
June 10th, 2007 at 9:24 pm
Hey gals, sounds like you have had a few fast pace days. I know having a great time and an awesome experience. Be safe in your travels and we will be waiting to see you Monday night. I hope you can catch up on some rest on your long flight.
We love you and have missed you bunches!!!!
June 10th, 2007 at 10:48 pm
Danielle, Joel, and Ellen…
June 10th, 2007 at 10:56 pm
Danielle, Joel, and Ellen…
Wow…sounds like yall have been really busy, and im sure yall are wore out, but it was worth it…yall have done so much good this week, and whether you feel like it or not those kids will never forget you…I just want yall to know that im proud of all of you and that ill be praying for a safe trip home…i know its tough to leave but it will be good to have all of you back, i cant wait to hear about all the children and i better see some great pictures(and hopefully some good pranks also)…
I love you all…
Peyton
gimme a shout when yall get back
June 11th, 2007 at 12:41 am
Dear dawn (mommy),
2,000 apologies for not being able to write you this weekend. Comcast gave me the wheel of confusion again and i just got internet back tonight … grrr … wow it sounds like you’ve done lot of good …. i’ll bet the children have just been eating you up this trip …. i’m sure it has been really hard for you to leave them and move on to the next place but at least your making a difference in their lives .. i can only imagine how different it’s all going to be when you come back to suberban America … just because i havn’t wrote doesn’t mean i haven’t been praying for you , talkin bout ya, and missing you everyday .. life isn’t the same without my mom whom i love very dearly … safe journies home and we will be waiting for you in the airport when you arrive …. Love Davy, Leslie & Mya
June 11th, 2007 at 1:37 pm
????????????! Mr. Troy,
hows it goin? ??? ???? ??????????? I am headed back overseas tomorrow, but wanted to wish all you luck over there. Hope all is well, and i’m catching up to you on my russian. Oh and see if anyone knows anything about the city Kharkov. I’m going there in a couple months to see my friend there in the peace corps. Hello to the rest of the Madges. ?? ???????? -Jeff
June 11th, 2007 at 4:14 pm
Hi Nancy,
Wow, you have been a busy gal! Sorting those socks were a breeze for you, I’m sure, after all the practice you get at home with the boys. Went to watch them play in their tournaments on Friday night and both Sean and Michael were awesome! After those ended (Sean won, Michael lost – but I know Bubba told you already) we went to the house and I cooked everyone some hotdogs Aunt Lesley style. Aka, boiled. We had fun teasing Krysta about boys over some pudding for dessert (Dan is the newest fyi). Sure wish you were there with us but I know you are following your heart. I hope the rest of your trip goes smoothly! We’ll catch up when you get back.
Love you bunches,
Lesley
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