We're Here!

We finally here! God has helped us out in numerous ways along the way. 3 flights of 10 different fights (collectively) that we took were delayed 30 minutes to 2 hours, and yet every connection was made. One 2 hour delay was apparently fixed by what looked like adhering duct tape to the top of the plane to "patch" it. Another 2 hour delay was because the plane was stuck in a hole at the gate and the tugs were unable to push us out. (I wasn't worried until the pilot told us plan A, B, and then C - which was we are working on coming up with another plan because all else have failed. At this point the plan is surrounded by workers in orange vests and some are even taking pictures of the situation.) However even with all of that, we made it to Ukraine just fine. The car ride went very smoothly except for the random cow that decided to "jump" out in front of us. However, God gave Andrey enough space to stop and Jenya enough space to swerve into the other lane and squeak by.

It has been great to reunite with friends here. I was told that the people here are so grateful when people come here to serve, but they are overwhelmed when people return. I already feel how our shear presence is a gift from God to them.

Tomorrow we have a day to settle in and prepare. Please pray for God's will to be evident in all our planing and that He helps us to build unity. Please pray for each of the team members:

Bob - Arizona

Brett - Indiana

Tim - Oklahoma

Frank - North Carolina

Shelby - Maryland

Morgan - Minnesota

Cheryl - Minnesota

Naomi - Minnesota

And the Interns who have been here all summer:

Christine - Minnesota

Sarah - Virgina

David - Illinois

Thanks you for your prayers.