All of the Zanzibar projects got off to a great start! The team was divided into three groups. Doug M. (aka Doug-em, not be to confused with Doug R., aka Doug-er) and Cindy traveled with Kathy, Bishop Mgullu, and the additional doctors and nurses to the local hospital where the Minister of Health had scheduled a press conference. They had a chance to share the purpose of the visit to include the medicines and affiliation with CBC and CMF through Bishop Mgullu. They also received a tour of the hospital and were joined with the local doctors to assist with the patients. (Pictures to come as available...)
The other part of the team traveled to the local church site, where they assisted with Vacation Bible School (VBS) and the onsite construction of a new feeding center. Though there was a small mix up with the VBS supplies, the group did a wonderful job improvising with what they did have. Needless-to-say Karyn's animal balloons were a huge hit and Duck-duck-goose is universal. The entire team was blessed in working with the children, who had enough energy to lighten up the whole room!
All the commotion at the church also attracted the interest of local village women. They stopped by the church and observed the Vacation Bible School program with their children.The feeding center construction was off to a great start. The team met with the lead contractor and assisted the day workers in laying the foundation, which included placing the rebar and adding the mixed cement after drawing water from the nearby (and deep!) water well.
After a full day, the team was able to enjoy dinner together at a local resturant and enjoyed an amazing sunset!
22 comments:
Doug-em.
I am glad all went well with the medications and the hospital. We think of you all the time. I would like to see a picture of you in action at the hospital. In case you didn't read my email, Dr. Bob wants you to go to Burundi in March. It will be a small group and the rest will go to Sierra Leone. He knows you love a new adventure. Tell everyone that The Lighthouse church in Santa Monica is praying everyday for you.
We love you,
Bill Cheryl and Michael
Karyn,
Note to self... check for new blogs in the morning before putting on eye makeup... The picture of you holding those beautiful children - I'm sure it won't surprise you that there were tears. And the balloon animals looked like great fun! We are so proud of you and happy for you that you are living one of your dreams! Our prayers continue for you and the team to have a huge impact on the lives there, as we're sure they are having on you! Caper is fine, but misses his momma.
Miss you and love you lots!
Mom and Dad
Hi Guys,
You are doing a great job. Loved seeing all the pictures. Keep up the good work. Hey Team please take good care of your Leader kathy. Lot of hard work I see. It is all worth it. You are in our prayers.
nanda
mimi and amy!!!
hey it Giselle and Mike!!!
i just had my wart on my knuckle burned off again and it hurts like a mother!
Mike says hows your period going?!
ANd you guys need to send us emails ok!!!
we miss you!!!
Hi sweet angels, (Mimi and Amy)
I'm thinking about the 2 of you and hoping you are healthy and learning lots.
Kisses and more kisses,
Mom
Dear Team,
Can you post pictures of all of the team members? I would love to see the wonderful faces of each and every one of you!
Love you lots and miss you more!
Cindy Adams
Dear Team,
We were very happy to see your pictures and hear your assignment is going well. We are praying for you daily and many others are lifting you to the throne of grace. Keep the awesome work...you are leaving a lasting impact in the lives of hundreds, if not thousands.
Blessings,
Markos
Hi to Barbara, Jay, and all the Tanzania Team. The Blog is a wonderful way for all of us back in the U.S. to keep up with what you are doing. The photos and descriptions are great!! I am always amazed with your accomplishments at the end of each day. It is truly a beautiful place, and it has adorable children. I'm sure they are being blessed with your presence. May our Father continue to guide you in your service and keep you strong and healthy.
Barbara and Jay, I hear from Christine that she and Scooter had a lot of special times together over the past weekend and that he got settled back into his Pet hotel. I know he misses you, but he seems well cared for. David called to say that Willa had made her first attempt at crawling, and, at 10 weeks old, she is in the 90th percentile for her height and weight. I miss talking to you, but I am so proud of what you are doing.
Love and Hugs, Mom
Hi Miriam, hi Brandon,
ich hoffe es geht euch beiden gut. Miriam, Du siehst richtig toll aus. Brandon konnte ich noch gar nicht sehen. Er wird wohl ganz schön schwitzen müssen beim Bau. Ich finde es ganz toll, was ihr für die Menschen dort tut. Nehmt alle Erfahrungen und Gefühle mit, damit ihr euren Enkeln noch davon erzählen könnt. Ich freu mich schon auf viele Fotos von euch. Passt noch schön auf euch auf.
Miriam, ich vermisse Dich und hab Dich ganz doll lieb.
Alles Liebe, Deine Mareen
Liebe Grüße auch von Daniel und Finley
Hi Kathy,
I just wanted to write a note to acknowledge you and all you have done and are doing for the team. I cannot even imagine the prep work andfollow-through it taken to make this successful. I know you have a great team as you said, but as the leader of the pack, you are most appreciated!
Hi Amy and Mimi,
How did you like Giselle's comment? OK... You can NEVER again tell me that I embarass you with ANYTHING I say. I'm still shaking my head over that one!! (Love you Giselle!!)
I'm getting ready to go bowling.
Yes, Mimi...bowling, with a group of friends. Maybe I'll break 80 this time and wow them all. It will be second only to my basketball skills.
Love you guys!
Norah/mom
Momma Norah that wsnt me that was Mike :)
I want to see pictures of you guys....amy and mimi!!
love giselle
Jason and Barbara-
Carrie and I are very excited for you. Don't forget to look for Chan's, I hear the fried fish sandwiches in Zanzibar are excellent! Thanks for the updates, hope everything continues to go well.
David
Hey Mimi
How is it going remeber the first time in Florida you know what I mean re Gisselle's comment ha ha. Hope you can send a message sometime to let us know how things are going. Love the pictures all of you are doing great work. Can't wait to hear about it. Sherry says hello and we say prayer for you everyday. Miss you and love you
Say hello to Amy for us
Love ya
Dennis
Dear Doug M.
I would love to see more pictures, especially the ones you take!! If you have golfers over there, tell them Tiger is back by 7 at the British Open as of Friday. I know you don't care!! Hope all is well. Still praying and thinking of you often...
Your favorite (and only) sister,
Cheryl
Dear Doug M.
I would love to see more pictures, especailly the ones you take!! If you have golfers over there, tell them Tiger is back by 7 at the British Open as of Friday. I know you don't care!! Hope all is well. Still praying and thinking of you often...
Your favorite (and only) sister,
Cheryl
Hi Mimi,
Thinking of you and missing you lots! Regarding my big bowling night, I bowled a 97. I was so proud. I wish we had used bumpers.
Love and more love,
Mama
Go Team!
This blog is such a wonderful idea! You all look like you're having too much fun! Those babies are too beautiful for words. I'm so proud of all of you. Take care of each other. We want you back healthy and happy and with stories to share. So glad the luggage and supplies arrived!!! Doug-er, breathe -- the PCs will work out!
Love you all,
Debra
PS: Nutella and kids -- does life GET any better???
Karyn, Mimi, and Amy say Hi Moms! We love you and we miss you! Thanks for leaving us comments!!!
PS Mom, have dad check his Myspace already so you guys can read my email!!!! My normal one isn't working so it's all I've got!
Love you. Hug doggy. also daddy.
Karyn
To D.R.
From S.B
How are you doing babe? Are you remembering to use DEET and sunscreen? Don't forget to take hydration moments! We are all praying for you here...Vic and Pauline say hi and God bless. Take care. Lov ya,
SB
Dougr said: I'm OK, Very few mosqitos since Tanzania got smart and adopted an abaitment
program. Time is short, I blew out my battery
charger on my Mac and and running low on batteries. We plan to get the computer Center
up and running tomorrow and may get faster
access. DSL speed is very slow in the Hotel and
everyone wants to use it. Larry has been my portable brain and has rescued me from loosing my luggage more than once. If you don't hear from me, it's not because I'm not trying. There
is little time available.
God Bless,
Doug
Post a Comment