Friday with final touches

Half the team took off to finish up at River Run; or was that the Gunning Estates? A couple had a job at the nurses quarters and the rest of us stayed at the hotel. We were hosting dinner for our 171 scholarship students and there was plenty of set up to do.

Our team of 43 built 5 homes, poured 2 slabs, painted a school, 1 siding job, 1 roofing job, electrical work, did Vacation Bible School at two schools, hosted a community bbq and a scholarship dinner for over 200 people! We also worshipped with two local congregations and had fellowship and devotional time with each other everyday. By the grace of God, we were able to do His work as He led us to it.

We had a crazy evening at dinner with all the RPC sponsored students. The students really enjoy this meal we share and so do we! The international language of smiles, giggles, and hand motions go a long way in this room.

As a welcome, house warming gift, we provided some food items and 2 mattresses per house. I couldn't get back up there today, but I was told that the woman who moved into one of the homes, walked inside with tears of joy. This mother had told us how the waters came up so quickly that they only had time to get the family out with a bit of clothing as they ran to higher ground. She watched from above and wept as she saw her house and belongings taken by the waters. Today, she moved her family into a new home. Can I hear a big AMEN?!

peace & blessings