Hello All,
I got a text yesterday around noon from Keri and another late last night.
I had to pray about the first, just to gain peace when thinking about the
children they met yesterday.
The team went out in the field to visit the Mosaic children. These children are
all orphans. Many live in child headed households, meaning that a older sibling
is caring for the younger ones. When I say older, that could range from VERY
young, TOO young to a 'child' in their early teens. Others live with an elderly
grandparent. Their situations are desperate.
Keri said that the team is doing well and remaining strong. They saw some things
that really moved the entire team to tears---their hearts are breaking. Some of
the newer members of the team are really struggling with what they are seeing
but that the team is STRONG and that she is so very proud of them all!
The sights there can be overwhelming but I honestly believe this is where the
Lord takes us in order to see His people that are suffering. This is where He
will come along side the team and 'speak' to them about what He wants them to do
for Him---how He wants us ALL to love and comfort and heal and lift up and show
compassion. It brings tears to my eyes just writing this because I remember my
broken heart from my first trip---a heart that still hurts daily and that
're-breaks' when I hear these stories from Keri.
Keri said that it has been a day of transformation for many people and I just
love that she used that word, after the message that Tim gave this weekend at
church! He is rocking the world!!
As of yesterday, they had not had water for 24 hours and electricity for about
8----but none of that means much after one sees what they see out in the bush.
She sends her love to all of you who are concerned and praying. Continue to pray
that God's will will be done for this team and for the people there!
Just about now, they are off to dinner at the Bishop's house, a welcome
celebration and always a filling evening--both with the food of Uganda and the
fellowship of the people!
They will be attending chapel at the Diocese on Wednesday morning and then out
into the field with the children again.
Pray that they sleep well tonight---the travelers and the children in their
homes! Pray for their continued health, traveling mercies and broken hearts. May
their hearts continue to break for His people and may they answer His call to
come along side those of His people that are suffering so, to help bring them
the comfort of His love!
Kelly
