Yesterday kicked off with everyone going to two hospitals. At the first hospital, we prayed over some children and then we went outside to do a few dramas. I must say, the kids enjoyed the lollipops we gave them. It was really amazing because quite a few people came up for prayer. There was one girl who had spinal problems that prevented her from walking. She was healed! Then we went to two more locations at the hospital. We came back to the casa to grab some grub and then we recorded a video to be shown at youth. Right after that we to a children’s hospital. There were several children to a room, so we each got into groups to pray in each room. In Bethany, Tori’s, and my room, there was a guy who kept taking random pictures of them. He took about 30. It was VERY creepy. After praying, we did two dramas in the hallway. We prayed over a few people. It was a great experience.
We returned to the casa yet again and cried like babies when we realized we had to split into teams and go separately for the evening activities. We said “Bon voyage” and team 1 went to the Hosanna main church to do a youth service, while team 2 went to the church plant to do an adult service.
Team 1 was extremely excited to arrive at Hosanna main church and see all of the orphans again! We hung out for a little while with them and then taught some of them Es Mi Rey. Then Peter White preached. It was full of energy and it was fun to see our translator jump around and pretty much do everything Peter did. We did three dramas for them. They absolutely loved “Everything”. Then we had an altar call. For awhile no one came up. First two boys came up, and then a few more and a few more. It ended in an amazing prayer time. Then we ate dinner at a ridiculously good chicken restaurant.
Team 2 will update later.
Overall, the day was very productive. We were all dead tired when we returned so we crashed early for the night. Today we are starting the day off with a visit to a volcano then some zip lining. We will also be doing other things but I can’t remember what. So leave some comments.
And we will add a photo tonight too!!!!
We miss you guys!!!
(Her name is Alexandra she was abandoned and shakes as she breaths… she was so cute i wanted to bring her home with me -Sam)
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Amen! sounds like a great day! its good to hear how God is using you all to do great things! im looking forward to hearing all about it!
we’re all praying for ya!
the video was great, thank you sam for setting that up. (assuming you were the brains behind it all, while p.jeff sat there acting like he was doing something)
bonnie abbie shayna matt kris peter and peter i miss you…a lot!!
To the “quints”-
Yo boys, thanks for the shout out. And in return, “Get some.”
To Fergie- CLA white is currently on an 8 game win streak. Unfortunately, we have had some injuries. Matt Graham hasn’t made the last few games and Scottie McClintock tore his bicep in half, hyper-extended is elbow, and dis-located his shoulder Tuesday night. So we are a little short on 3Bs. But with only two games left (Tonight and Next Tuesday), we might just make the number one seed.
To Simon- you are the man.
Deac- Playing racquetball with my cousin Kris Walker tomorrow. Will try the overhand slice in your honor.
Swish- Marcus Camby was traded to the Clippers. Elton Brand signed with the Sixers. And James Posey signed with the Hornets.
Our boy Rich sang Sunday. Seth Franco is apparently the new Youth Pastor at Monroeville. And I’m feeling the Batman movie either Saturday night or Sunday. Let me know.
Do work Quints,
Trev
Wow, God is using you guys to do a lot of great things for Him! Bonnie and Annie, as I’m praying I keep picturing you praying over people and God using you and the whole team to display His miraculous signs and wonders in the name of Jesus. Wish I could be there….
We love you and can’t wait to see your beautiful faces on Saturday and hear all about your adventures….
Get some?
are you serious.
Way to be original guys.
Devin I will be giving you a talking to when you return.
Not the rest of you.
Because your too aggressive.
Anyways matt,
i have been praying for you. I can’t wait to see you Saturday.
I think Eric is going to have small groups at his house Friday.
So don’t worry about the guys showing up at your house uninvited.
Liz and your mom give their regards. We miss you and love you.
Love,
The Burkey Family
Hey y’all!! thanks for the shout outs! It was awesome to see your beautiful faces and hear your voices!!!
Kari && Shayna: Much love to ya!!!
Abby: haha. I love you!!!
To the rest: LOVES!!!!!!!!
testing @ HACC. g2g. Love you all very much and am praying for you guys everyday! Keep the faith alive!!
peace.
-Val
It was nice to see everyone last night! I can’t wait until you come home on Saturday.
I have a couple shout outs to..
P.Jeff, i went to the park with your girls and had a fun time.
peter white, Malachi says hi.
peter engle, it’s weird not having random conversations on AIM.
Annie chase, WOW L O L
bonnie Chase, the bag of Bonnie Mix that i am going to make is gonna be the best ever………i hope
Maryssa, NO SNOW!!!!!! haha
From,
Ch Ch Ch Cherith Danielewicz
Hey Geesey,
I was so glad to see the video last night! I can’t wait till you come home on Saturday!! But I was kinda sad that you were coming home a day late. But I also know that it’s all part of God’s unique plan for the team. I believe God is doing great things through you and the team. Just wanted to let you know that you’re still in my prayers and I miss you. Keep up the good work and I’ll see you when you get home.
Love,
Maddie
Hey.
Its eric.
I’d like you all to know.
That you guys are my favorite missions team that is currently in nicauragua.
Amanda, I’m glad your hair managed to stay big and curly and majestic and such, and that it isn’t horrible.
Maryssa. I got a job. So some money is coming your way.
But not to wislocky or wellman or fergerson or however you spell it.
stupid last name anyway.
Slogan theifs.
How bout you guys get some…
Get some originality.
Peter Engle AND Peter White make me jump up and down enthusiastically!
This is not jengle. This is kengle.
Hi everyone,
Everything you all are doing sounds exciting. God is using each of you. Praise God for all your efforts. We are praying for you.
Keith Engle
Hi Peter,
I am very proud of you and your willingness to serve God in this way. Carla asked about you. They are praying for all of you. We love you and miss you.
Love,
Dad
Hello Kari!! I just wanted to say….
1. I miss you RiRi!
2. The WiiFit came (somebody actually had a heart and returned it!)
3. I’m still looking forward to the weekend.
4. It’s 8:00…at this time next Friday, where will you be?
I’ve been practicing my JoBros fangirl scream…..just kidding.
Love, Little Miss Kopac comma Janelle! okay…fine
Love,
Janelle
WOW! Great news! I LOVE hearing about the miracles! There are more to come! Keep on praying and believing GOD for the answers! He says we have not because we ask not BUT YOU ARE ASKING! Praise the LORD! Many more will come in as a result of the “signs and wonders”. God is in the miracle working business and I am soooooo proud of all of you! Love to you all! Yahhhh Whoooooo! We are praying for you all everyday! Blessings! Mom & Dad Hummel
Hey everyone. [:
It’s Jordan. I’ve been depriving myself from the internet at home but finally have given in and just read all your blogs. I had faith that God would do miracles, and it is so glorious to see that He is just blessing your lives and the ones you invest in around you.
Anyway, to not be cliche: I got a job. At Trindale Bowl. And I don’t know why but I felt lonely not having to tell Kari what happens in my life everyday. Haha.
Kari, best friend, comrade, hero of many: I miss you and sadly I can’t see you on Saturday because I WORK FROM 6:30PM to 1 AM IN THE MORNING. Though it is nice not to hear about the Jonas Brothers.
Shayna: I miss you but more importantly someone else you know misses you alot, too. -winkwink-
Annie: AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH.
Bonnie: SOOOO GOOD!
Amanda: I hope your tyedye is holding out, you dirty hippie.
Laura: I wore our tyedye on Wed. night. You weren’t there. I cried.
Maryssa: I miss you, friend. Alot. And your advice. I’m in a drought without you love.
Everyone else, eh. I know you all are fine.
I wish I had something witty to say rather than just typing. Hmm. Oh well.
LOVE you;;(because semi-colons are better than commas)
Jordan(j-rad is my street/gangsta/bowler’s name)
ABBIEGAIL!! I miss you so much, that i feel the need to try plunking out the theme song to the Titanic on the piano! It sounds like God is up to some awesome things in Nicaragua. Dad and I are continually praying for all of you, and cant wait to hear more good stuff!!
love you, yomomma…….HEY GIRL!!! I MISS YOU GREATLY AND SPICE ALSO MISSES YOU. I LOVE TO HEAR ABOUT HEALINGS AND HOW GOD IS WORKING THINGS OUT WITH THE KIDS AND ADULTS IN THIS COUNTRY. TELL ALL THE OTHERS TO KEEP THE GOOD NEWS FLOWING AND I CANT WAIT TILL SATURDAY NITE. I LOVE YOU AND HANNAH SAID TO SAY HI……PAPA SMITTY
Hi everyone
It has been awesome reading the daily logs of each day. God definitely has been working through all of you and we are excited to hear more of the stories.
Just a note for those who haven’t caught on, yes there was and still is a ghost writer for us but this is the real thing. I have been recooping from surgery and I am doing good.
Matt, we are soooo proud of you and may this last day be one of your best days yet. Allow the Lord to do mighty things in and through your life.
Peter, it sounds like you are having the time of your life. We believe the Lord is working in you also and showing you the path he wants you to take after college.
We sure do miss both of you. Boy is it quiet around here. Elizabeth has been a big help around here since I couldn’t do too much. As the ghost writer has mentioned, Eric has been around enough to make up for your absence.
P Jeff, Helena, Sam, Amy and the rest of the leaders, thanks for taking time out of your lives and spending time with the youth. As you can tell, all of them (even those at home) think very highly of you and appreciate you.
Looking forward to seeing you on Saturday. Got to go before my arm swells. Love you lots.
Mamma Burkey
We are praying for the team and really enjoy reading about how God is using each one in ministry. Ryan, I hope you are having a great trip, and I am eager to see you Saturday night! We really miss you and are very glad you have this opportunity to serve on this missions trip.
Love,
Dad
Chelsea,
I was very sad that you are not feeling well. I went to the youth service Wed. just to see you on the video and you weren’t on it. Are you okay? I have been worried about you, but I know that you are in good hands. Please get rest, drink plenty of water and eat!!!
I am sure that the kids in Nicaragua just love you and that you are making such a difference in their young lives. God has a plan for you and I know that you are working for Him. Stay strong and be bold! We love and miss you very much. We can’t wait to see you on Saturday and hear all about your trip.
Love you,
Mom
Hey Lady! I heard you were on the video Wed night, but I missed it. I started to tear up about that. How I would have loved to see your face. Mrs Eschbach kept trying to reach me on my cell,but it was dead. No surprise there!! Jenna got to see you and told us that you had just received your luggage that day. How you managed with just 3 sets of clothes I’ll never know. Hee! Hee! HEe! That cracks me up. I’m sure you were a trooper. Daddy is lying on the sofa dead off his feet from a 10 hour day of work with Mr Williams; he wants me to tell you he loves you. We decided not to go to Knoebles tomorrow because it’s supposed to be 95 degrees, so we’ve decided it would be better to wait until you came home. Praise God about the healing of that little girl. That must have been exciting and powerful to watch. God is good! All the time!! Cant wait to see you. I’m dying to know of all your experiences. Hi Bethany and Erica!!
Love you lots, MOM
HEY! I MISS YOU SO MUCH!!!!!!!! I HOPE THAT YOU ARE HAVING A GRATE TIME!!! THE HOUSE IS NOT THE SAME WITHOUT YOU AND TRIXY MISSES YOU!!!!!!!!!!! I CANT GO INTO YOUR ROOM OR ELSE I GET DEPRESSED! HA HA ! WE JUST FINISHED WATCHING JAWS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I NEED SOMEONE TO GO TOO WHEN I AM SCARD TONIGHT!!! I MISS YA LOTS AND AM THINKING ABOUT YOU 247! WELL I WILL SEE YOU SATURDAY! I LOVE YOU LOTS
LOVE YOUR SISTER ELLIE ESCHBACH
volcanoes, zip lines, and healings…. oh my!
i’m not going to lie, i thought you guys were going to have thee lamest trip ever! but hey looks like i was wrong, and i’m glad i’m wrong. you know what i changed my mind. i don’t want any of you back. you guys are doing such great things in nicaragua…. it’s getting a bit rediculous! frequency has been doing some hardcore praying for you. i can just tell that all of you are growing deeply in god. CLA is on fire for god like you would not believe! hearts are turning away from evil and towards god. sunday mornings are rediculously amazing and the altar is flooded. there is a jesus movement going on. anyways, thanks soo much for the shout outs guys. you have no idea how much everyone loved it. ATTENTION LAURA: i loved your shout out … for the fragments i could pick up. you were talking so fast and loud that the frequency sound system could not keep up. i picked up something about a plane and sloth and alot of craziness! but thanks anyways.
loooooooooooooove,
k8 the gr8
(if jordan can have a cool name, then so can i)
It’s such a blessing to read your wonderful testimonies every night.
The Lord has special plans for each of you. It’s going to be amazing to see how He is going to work in each of your lives in the coming year.
Hi Kari, Reading the blogs I see that there was a video of you guys, wish I could have seen it. Miss you lots and hope you took some pictures of the volcano and other things in Nicaragua. Sounds like you guys have really been busy and have done such a wonderful job with your ministry. Just think of all the lives that you have touched and the great things you have done in Nicaragua. I am sure you will remember it forever. Can not wait until Saturday to see you, we all miss you very much. Keeping you and your team in my prayers for a safe trip home. See you Saturday night, will be waiting with open arms. Love you, Mom and Dad
Hello all, it is currently 11:45 back in the states! which should make it approximately 9:45 their. si o no? anywho, it was great just to see all you guys last night! Ferguson, wellman, and whoever else said “Get Some”, you got some explainin to do!! Eric Stump shouted. It was completely quiet and he SHOUTED!!! it was extremely amusing!! anyway, but it was great to hear from everybody!!! we are missing you guys and cant wait until your return!! And now a little something for everybody!
Jourdan Alioth, I do believe it was you that just got your luggage a day or 2 ago? KUDOS!!
Bethany Brenneman, I hope your having a great trip! Finish Strong
Nick Brinson, I miss seeing your car in the parking lot!!!! Have a great rest of the trip! DO WORK!!
Matthew Burkey, Dude Eric and your sister are TOTALLY hookin up! they were in the back row at church HOLDING HANDS! AHHH! COMPLETELY KIDDING!
Maryssa Chaplin, God has called you to Nicaragua at this time for a purpose! Continue to be a blessing to those people!
Anne Chase, Stewks here! i miss you annie chase! we need to go rock n’ bowling when you get back. me you kurt troy, and others! Have a great rest of the trip!
Bonnie Chase, I hope your trip is going good! Just remember that god is your strength. always look to him!
Tori Conant, I freaking miss you extremely! I miss your pool, your hot tub, dutchess. Go out with a bang!
Shayna Cruz, So i could be wrong, but val misses you with a burning passion. I heard that about 600 times wednesday night! please come home so she will be quiet! Have a great trip, Stay strong and look to Christ!
Peter Engle, Dude dodgeball wasnt the same without you! I missed Peter the Sniper! but i shot a half court shot for ya and made it! Keep looking to God for strength. Have an amazing trip!
Erica Eschbach, I hope your having a great trip! I talked to your mom and she told me a funny story which ill tell you when you get back! But Ellie also misses you alot! Dont lose that fire and passion that God has given you!!
Adam Ferguson, I keep thinkin back to the Bolivia days and the different things we experienced their! That was a great trip, and i hope that this trip is just as Great as Bolivia if not better! Also, dont say get some! say do work!
Ian Geesey, I hope your enjoying your first trip! God has and will continue to use you in great and amazing ways! Just give him the chance!
Amanda Gonzales, The nettle has made the milk drop out! I like rusty spoons! Hubert Cumberdale, you taste like soot and poo!! Have a great trip!!
Aeriel Hammaker, Me and mike miss you extremely. When you guys get back we need to hang out! ASAP!! Keep going after god with that fire! dont ever let that go! P.S. i was looking at old church directorys and needless to say HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH to you!
Laura Hummel, I miss your invitations to the noobs! So because you werent here to do that job, i took care of it! Eric Stump and Mike Brubaker were my bodyguards! they followed me up on stage and stood their with completely serious faces the entire time! it was amazing! anywho, Continue to let the Spirit of Christ move through you and use you in great ways!
Kari Kopac, The Jonas Brothers SUCK! lol. But your another one that needs to come home so val will shut up! haha. Have a great rest of the trip!!
Chelsea Marshall, I am still waiting on some chocolate cake! i want some! but anywho, have a great rest of the trip, Be vulnerable to christ, let him be in control, and great things will happen!
Kris McNaney, Run to the hills! o dude me and mike played that both on hard and we beat it! it was awesome! anyway, um we are we are youth of the nation! um and your crazy! i miss you, and so does your sister! DO WORK!
Calah Metz, Thanks for your shoutout to everybody except for me! but i forgive you! me and mike miss you! we need to hang out when you get back! Finish Strong!
Ryan Ritchey, Dude i have seen you grow so much! Keep that passion, and God is gonna take you places that you would have never imagined!
Abby Smith, So i really dont know you, but I hope you have a great trip!! Be vulnerable to christ and he will do great things!
Dave Wellman, I miss seeing your camaro in the church parking lot!! Come home and play dodgeball! DO WORK!
Devin Wislocky, Again i think back to the bolivia days, and the things we experienced their! Keep Psalm 62 in mind! Whenever you feel down or in a slump, read that over and remember that God Is your strength!
Miranda Zeigler, Their are alot of people that miss you here, including JAKE!! he wants you home! Have a great rest of the trip!
Peter White, I hope my pants are servin ya well!! They are good pants! WAL-MART pants! great pants! anyway, so im pretty sure you told me that this is your first missions trip! Thats so exciting! Continue to let the Spirit of God move through you and around you and great things will happen!!
Sam Cornwell, Take lots of pictures you studly man!! Miss you, and John Harris ran sound very well on wednesday, just to let you know! haha have a great rest of the trip!
Helena Dobrinoff, Dobes I was hangin in the offices yesterday before church and tristin forwarded alot of calls to your voicemail! you gots lotsa work to do when you get back! So enjoy your time away while you still can! HAHA Continue to give everything you have and are to Christ. He will bless you for your time and your gifts. I pray that you will be a blessing to the people of Nicaragua.
Pastor Jeff Davidson, Dude everybody misses you so much! You are such an amazing man of God. I love to see the passion that you have not only for out youth ministry, but for the hundreds of students in all of our schools that you have never met! I thank you for investing into my life and the lives of all the people in our youth ministry! You are truly a blessing! Continue to build on the foundation that God has set before you! Continue to do great things and to lead this youth group into the years ahead! i keep thinkin about the 555 in the back of the youth center and how amazing it would be to have 555 people their! We are all praying for you! God Bless you PJ
So it is now 12:30 here. I have been typing now for almost an hour! so i am going to sleep now! Im praying that your flights are on time, safety and that you all recieve your bags at home! Good night and god Bless!
Hey Everybody!
I wanted to let you know that it has been awesome to read your updates everyday. Hearing about Nicaragua and everything you’re doing reminds me of when I went a few years ago with Pastor Jeff. I just wanted to write a little encouragement for you before your trip ended. God is fashioning each one of you in a unique way and this was one of those trips that will change you significantly and stick with you. Before you leave, take it all in! Take mental note of the things you’ve seen, people you’ve met and the places you’ve been…. and never forget it!
I have been praying that God reveals himself to each one of you in a real way. It’s encouraging to know that God has used you to make a difference in Nicaragua and will continue to do so.
Finish Strong….
“Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving.” Colossians 2:6-7
Colleen – Cleveland, OH
Hey guys, in the group photo why the gloomy faces? You guys are on fire for the Lord! I would have expected jumping up and down and huge smiles. Perhaps, it is because you have only one day left. We are so proud of you Ian and your williness to serve. God will continue to use you in a mighty way. The first thing you need to do when you get home is clean you room and mow Mary’s grass. HA HA Just Kidding! Grandpa mowed Mary’s grass yesterday and your room isn’t that bad. John is arriving at the BWI airport from Colorado at about 10:50 pm Saturday night on Southwest Airlines. You may see him there. Grandpa is picking up John and I will be picking you up at CLA. Can’t wait to see you. Love Gamme
Hey guys
Glad 2 hear from u. It’s amazing about the girl that was healed. Wow. Love ya. :0 :p