Almost done

Well...we can see the finish line. We have one day left tomorrow to pack up, say our last goodbyes, and then we're on a plane to London on Wednesday. We've had a great but jam packed last week. Our second day of vacation bible school was insanity with around 300 kids showing up. I guess word got out! By nothing short of a miracle we were able to feed all of them and keep some sort of order throughout the day with only 10 adult leaders. We sang a few songs, including the craziest round of "Father Abraham" you've ever seen, played some games, colored some pictures, and did a skit of David and Goliath that involved Emily, David, a blanket, and a metal pot posing as Goliath.

Sunday we had our final service at the church and wrapped up our time at Glory Outreach Assembly with a "Global Impact Celebration." We were amazed and encouraged out the huge turnout of pastors and representatives from surrounding churches who showed up to sing together and support Pastor Felicien. We got to meet a lot of the pastors from neighboring churches, and they also pledged funds to help Felicien finish the roof of the new building (currently about 1/4 complete). We were so encouraged to see the African churches taking responsibility to complete their own buildings and run their own ministries without expecting outside donations and support.

It is amazing to see the progess on the church building. It was just a foundation when we arrived, and now the walls are up and work has begun to complete the roof. A lot has happened in the month we have been here. We have some great relationships here that we are all excited to continue once we're back in the States.

Thanks so much for your prayers, it has been a very high impact and successful trip.

Chris