Children’s dramas children’s dramas and more children’s dramas. (Laura)
Posted by Laura in Missions
Hola folks! Well our day started out nice and early with us rushing to Hosanna church for morning services. (This church has 7000 people who attend weekly.) Service was great and surprisingly, most of the songs were American songs translated so we could happily sing along. After service we were escorted to an area that basically looked like a circus tent where we did a 2 hour program of all the songs, skits, and dramas we knew.
The next part of our day was sweet rest and food! The women here at our house are amazing cooks. Today we had some kind of beef, onion, bean, and pepper stir-fry stuff over rice. It was MAGNIFICENT! We also had a few hours to relax. Some of the boys ran down the block to a park that’s nearby to play some basketball (much to Fergie’s delight) and futbol. Majority though stayed at the house and played killer wink, relaxed, got a shower, and slept. The weather today was also very commendable-slightly muggy but no direct sunlight because of rain and cloud covering. Muy Bien!
After much loved relaxation, we were all herded back onto the van and driven back to Hosanna church for another kids service. God really allowed things to work out really well during service. The kids really responded well and we had a great prayer time at the end. The rest of the evening consisted of a trip to an awesome open-air mall to grab food (They had Subway and Burger King woohoo!) and back to home for an awesome time of worship, devotions, and prayer.
Lhummel
P.S. shout-out to mom and dad Hummel and the lovely Justin. Love you guys-there’s no emailing here so I’ll tell you everything when I get back!
Side Note: it has been brought to our attention that some of you are bored. Please refer to the comments of the last post to find someone else who is bored and then you can hang out and talk about how much you miss us.
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Hey Bethany,
We are so anxious to get up each morning and read about the exciting things the Lord is doing through you all in Nicaragua, it is the first thing Dad and I do every day. We are praying for you and the team and can’t wait to hear all the details when you get back home. We have been keeping busy while you’re away — your room will never be the same. Brynlee misses you and plans to write soon. So, eat well, rest when you can and enjoy every minute of this life changing trip. Hugs, kisses and all our love, Mom, Dad and Brynlee.
Sounds like you guys are having some good times!
Keep up the good work!
I’m so proud of you all.
Much love!!
peace.
Jourdan, we are thinking of you constantly and look forward to reading about your experiences everyday. We are so proud of you and we lift you up in prayer many times a day. Aunt Diane missed seeing you this weekend. We cannot wait to see you on Friday to hear about the time you’ve had, the things you’ve seen and the ways that our Lord has moved. Your sisters, grandparents, and Aunt Kerri say hello. We send you our love… Mom, Dad, Jenna, Corinne, and Gracie
Dave, we love you and are praying for you. It’s so exciting to read about what you all are doing. God is moving in mighty ways! Luke and Sydney miss you while you are in Nicarabba (as Sydney says). Can’t wait till you are home again, but we are glad you are where you are because we are excited to see you share your love for your Savior with others!
Love lots,
Dad, Jen, Luke, Sydney, and Kaitlyn
hey everyone! well its really good to hear about your days down there. im glad that the weather is looking good for you and im a little jealous you guys are able to eat american food almost everyday! goodness. there is something wrong with that picture, dont cha think? haha. just kidding. but im really happy to hear services are going well.
everyone up here is keeping you in prayer. i know everytime i see people from youth, the first thing we talk about is you guys and how much we miss ya’ll! you guys are definitely loved!
Miranda: what the heck, i still dont have my voice.. i hope you do!
Calah: Goodness girl, what is up with all the traveling? you must really like plane rides now. haha
Kris and Nick: “WAVE OF BABIES!”
Maryssa: i guess your carry on came in handy after all, huh?
All the rest: i am so proud of everyone & love you all!
hey guys, its such an encouragement to hear what all you guys are doing! It is so awesome the ways that God moves. I pray that God will continue to move through you guys and use you all in great ways!! Remember, you guys have alot of people back here prayin for ya! Enjoy the rest of your trip! I hope to see you all on Friday, and with all of your luggage too! God bless!!
P.S.
Check “Mi amigo el Crigo” for my shoutouts!!
Hello my Laura!!!
I miss so very much! I was excited to see that you were able to write an update, it’s good to hear from you. It sounds like you all are having a great time. I’ve been praying everytime I think of you…which is a lot. Too bad you don’t have email:( I’ll have a surprise for you when you get home, heehee. Remember that I love you and that you are anointed with the same spirit as Jesus: The Spirit of Christ!!!
P.S. Everyone else that I know: Hello!!! May great grace be upon all y’all.
justin erb
well now, look at you guys. looks like nicaragua is turning out pretty darn good for you guys. it’s so inspiring to hear of everything that is happening. there was a few empty spots in church yesterday so we filled them with our purses and bibles and pretended that they were you all. all of us back in the US have been praying for you guys like crazy. everytime i pray about everyone i’ve been hearing god say ” holding back” or something like that. i’m not sure what it means but i just pray that everyone would give themselves fully into each drama or skit. even you noobs (first timers) to the whole missions trip thing, don’t hold anything back. if you hear god speak don’t doubt him and, as crazy as it may be, do what he tells you. i have a feeling that more healings are in store. you guys rock and i hope you know that.
i loooooooooooooooooooooooove all.
ohh and i just found out that michael gungor will shortly be coming to pennsylvania!
AHHHHHHHHHHHH!
So proud of you, Laura, as well as the whole gang! (Love your writing style too, Laura! Well done! Maybe you should write a book?) We are waiting patiently to hear all that you have seen and done for Jesus! May the LORD Jesus continue to bless each of you and break off the chains or bondages that would hold anybody back from doing as the Holy Spirit instructs. This is your one BIG chance and you can only be blessed by being obedient! You can do BIG things for Jesus – you are NOT too young!!! Talk about the abundant life! Whoooo weee! You all rock! Thanks for being instruments of our God and King! To Jesus be the praise! We are praying for you all everyday! Love to you all! Blessings, Mom & Dad Hummel
Hey everybody!! i hope everyone is having a good time.
I want to say a special hi to..
Bonnie Chase, their will be a fresh batch of Bonnie Mix for you when you come home.
Maryssa, BOO!!
Annie Chase, go eat an apple
Kari, I saw a Jonas brothers magazine and i thought of you.
Shayna Cruz, Um…. basically the same thing i said to Kari.
Jourdan and Bethany, I’m proud of you guys for being the only 8th going into 9th graders on the trip.
And everybody else hi and I miss you.
Cherith Danielewicz
Fergie,
i will eat your cheeseburgers =]
Ignore that. It was just Zach trying to leave a message for Adam! Still missing you, baby boy. And you too Devin. And Nick. And Dave. And Laura. And Calah. And….and….I know I am forgetting someone, but I will conclude by saying that we miss all of youse kids, because you are the energy of the church and the future of the Christ movement. You are going to accomplish alot this week, I know it. You all are loved, and you are blessed.
PS Make sure Fergie is not playing basketball in his Converse sneakers!
Helloooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo, Maryssa! We’re praying for you and are enjoying the blogs. Dad’s at the homerun derby at Yankee Stadium tonight, but wants you to know he’s thinking and praying for you even in NYC. Hope you’re feeling well. We love you, are proud of you and know that God is working through you and each person on the team. Love you so much, Mom
Hello my sweet Abbiedoo! Home is just not the same without you!! I miss you and cant wait to hear all the awesome stories you will have to tell! Are the cockroaches really that big?? Ive been praying for you every morning, and I just know that God Is using you and the whole team in amazing ways. Hannah is missing you terribly! I think she will be so happy to see you when you get home, that she might even take over your kitchen chores for a few nights! (Dont tell her I told you that) Love you, yo momma…….HEY ITS DAD!! I MISS YOU SOOOO MUCH, I AM PRAYING THAT GOD WILL TAKE DOWN THE PRECONCIEVED BARRIERS THAT PEOPLE IN OUR SOCIETY PUT AROUND THE MIRACULOUS AND THAT YOU AND ALL THE TEAM MEMBERS WILL DO GODS WILL AND WITNESS HIS AWSOME POWER RAIN DOWN ON ALL OF YOU AND THE HURTING CHILDREN. NOW THAT I GOT THAT OFF MY CHEST,I MISS YOUR HAIR AND I MISS YOUR SWEET ANGELIC VOICE IN THE HOUSE. WE ARE TRULEY BLESSED TO HAVE YOU!!!!! LOVE DADDY
hay calah! i miss you sooooooooooo much. i hope your having fun. wow i heard your ministering to 7000 people! i miss our nightly devotions together:{ i tried to make a sad face! but i failed.i had a great time at kids camp! i will pray for you tonight. stay strong in GOD. smile ‘ ‘
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P.S. i love U sissy! love vanna!xoxoxooxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxooxoxoxoxoxoxoxooxoxoxoxo
p.p.s. mom + DAD LOVE U!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
whats up guys. just wanted to say that u guys are all awesome. i’ve been prayin for you guys and i can’t help but feel an excitement by knowing that God’s at work with u guys. i love you all. every single one of you are awesome and are gonna do great things for God. we are all called to be more than conquerers for Christ (Romans 8: 31-39). I’m so proud of all of you. Here’s some shout outs for da boys (be request of kris mcnaney)
Kris – hope that crickets treating yeah well. Bourbon chicken’s waiting here in the states for ya brah. Mucho love man!
Devin – dude one word… DOMINATION! I wanna hear some sick stories of how you showed those Nicaraguans what soccer really is (and of course showin some Jesus love)
Ferguson – Tear it up man! Be that example of Christ to everyone you come in contact with!
Dave – man keep allowing yourself to be used in translating and everything your doing. Your passion is easily seen. Get it done man. Ur awesome
Matt – dude don’t you worry about stump. I gotta leash on him and he’s not seeing your sister without my knowning. I got ur back bro! Keep being that leader and warrior that Gods called you to be!
Brinson – glad to here that they have basketball. Give it all with the dramas man! Its so amazing to watch you go after God in everything especially the dramas.
Ian – dude hope you having an awesome time and be bold man. Keep seeking God with your all and awesome things are gonna happen.
Peter – keep listening to what God has placed in your heart and keep being a warrior.
Sam – its awesome how you are always behind us and leading us in your own way. God bless and hope your having good luck with the tech gear!
Peter – dude Janice’s dinner is waiting when u get back. Hope your having an awesome time in a foreign country. Thanks for being our summer intern. keep following Christ with that passion.
Pjeff – love ya man and miss you! Thanks for being our youth pastor and leading us! Your awesome!
ritchey – dude keep being that person willing to be a servant. your awesome, man!
so pjeff just wanted to let you know im not trying to start a record for longest comment. hahaha anyway here are the shout outs to all the ladies.
Calah – I miss you sis and hope its awesome down there. Keep up the fire and the passion that shows so evidently through you. Go after God with your all and he wont let u down ever!
Jourdan Alioth – keep listening to Gods voice and have an awesome time. Be that person those people can look to you for that example of love you show.
Bethany Brenneman – keep being willing to do anything for God at anytime is and keep seeking him. Show that compassion of Christ you have to everyone you can!
Maryssa – Keep seeking God with your all. Its so encouraging to see your willingness to pray and be broken for those people. Keep being an example of an intercessor.
Annie – WOW probably not! Just kidding! Its awesome to watch how humbly you obey God’s will for you and for others. Keep being a leader to that team!
Bonnie – don’t ever stop be someone who listens! Always keep your ears and heart open to God’s voice and allow him to use you.
Tori – never allow yourself to be less than that awesome person God is calling you to be. Keep following in Christs footsteps and he will never leave you astray.
Chelsea – I know im not there to calm you down but try not to go too crazy (pjeff don’t let her have any mountain dew) anyway keep being bold for God and have an awesome time down there!
Laura – works not the same without your funny personality! Keep being a leader for Christ who listens and does as told!
Shanya – its awesome that your with everyone and willing to do what God has called us to do and be that example of Christ to those Nicaraguans. Good job sophmore
Amango – be that genuine person who shows real compassion to those in need and keep loving others.
Kari – smiles and frowns (hahaha) its cool to see how your willing to completely humble yourself and honor your king. Keep serving him with your all.
Miranda – keep loving people with that compassion that God has blessed you with. Keep allowing him to use you.
Abby – its so awesome to see someone who’s desire is to follow your savior and do everything he wants. Be bold and trust in him and you surely won’t be disappointed.
Erica – I love that your willing to do whatever God wants from you no matter how hard it is. Keep being that woman God has planned for you to be. Be an example to everyone of how to follow God without questioning and simply doing what he asks.
Aeriel – Keep being that incredible woman God has planned for you to be. Your devotion, boldness, love, and compassion is so easily seen and crazy to watch. Never stop being that example to this team and to everyone of what God wants in all of us. Your awesome!
Helena – wow what a leader. Thank you for giving your all to God and blessing us as a youth group and glorifying his name by your kindness, mercy, and love.
Amy – word got around that your with everyone I’m not sure so im gonna take a chance and give a shout out anyway. I might not know you that well but its awesome to have you on board with that team. May God use you in amazing ways.
TO EVERYONE –can’t wait til you guys get back and hear what God has and is doing. we miss you all and im so proud of you all.
MUCHO LOVE
Mike