Our time of ministry in San Pedro Sula can be compared most accurately to a roller coaster ride, a really hot sticky roller coater ride considering the weather. I was there helping to lead a 10 day team of teenagers from two youth groups who are from Missouri and our week started out with strikes. Gas is $5 a gallon in Honduras, which is a lot for America and people in Honduras make even less annually then we do. So there was a transportation strike to fight the gas prices, which meant most of the teachers couldn't get to work, which means the children didn't go to school. Luckily we were able to find some schools where the children stuck around and we got to spend a lot of time with the kids since there weren't time constraints. Tuesday and Wednesday were strike free and at night we had an opportunity to show the movie the God Man, which is an animated film of the life of Jesus, with a live action story running parallel. Thursday and Friday the public school teachers decided to strike because they aren't getting paid enough by the government. So yet again our plans had to change and we had to try and get into private schools. Fortunately the doors opened for us and it was amazing to see how God orchestrated everything. On Friday we were able to get into two schools that have denied Book of Hope entrance in the previous years. The first was an all girls Catholic school and the second was a military school. The military school was our very last school for the week and one of the team leaders had the privilege of leading the director of the school to the Lord. He said we were welcomed to come back to the school anytime and bring the Book of Hope! It is so funny how we as humans have all of these well laid out plans and then God comes along and changes everything up; always for the better. On Saturday I head out for Honduras again for two more weeks and two more 10 day teams. Please continue to keep me in your prayers for strength and wisdom and the teams that will be coming to Honduras. Many Blessings!!!
Here is the link to my first set of pictures http://www.flickr.com/photos/mindytheworldtraveler/sets/
4 comments:
Mindy,
"The Lord is good and His mercy endures forever."
I remember missing you the first time you went with Book of Hope. So much has happened since then. I saw the fire in your eyes when you came back and knew that you were called to go and preach the Word. I remember how miserable you were the last year of high school at EHHS. How your heart longed to be on the field even then,but you needed to be prepared and shaped by the Master's hand.
I see the passion in your face and know that you are in your element. I know that there are more plans for you the He has. Be patient, life is a journey, so take it all in and enjoy the goodness of the Lord.
Love you and praying for you,
Mom
Mindy,
I loved your explanition about what you did in Houndras. It was so moving I felt like I was going to cry but luckily I didn't. I am glad that this is your calling to become a missionary and go around the world and tell people about God.
Love you lots and praying for you too,
Amy
Mindy,
Your passion is as visible as day. I'm happy for you and I'm glad you're doing what you always wanted to do. I was never really a man of faith, but seeing you do what you do makes me see that faith and God do exists. They exist in many different forms, shapes, and sizes and different magnitudes, but your friendship and these accounts of you travels goes to show that faith is such a strong force. Keep on doing what you're doing. I miss hanging out and hope all is well. Safe travels and good health. Keep in touch!
-Joe
Hi Melinda!
I was just thinking about you and decided to look at your pictures from Uganda again. Things have been a little rough here so it is always good to have reminders that there are people not as fortunate as you. I was glad to read your last entry and think how satisfying you must feel coming "full circle". I gave my sister, Patty, your contact information and I know you two will hit it off right away. You both have smany things in common - especially a very kind and giving heart. Stay safe, Love Judy
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