Merry christmas

Wow I can’t believe Christmas came and went. It seems like the year flew by and at the same time was the slowest ever.

This month we did something different every week.

Our first week was debrief. We had meetings with our leaders, team change, and a chance to relax and refuel.

Our second week we were on an island close to Manila where we got to encourage the church and do a couple feedings out in the villages.

Our third week was Christmas parties. It has been the biggest blessing to be in a country that celebrates Christmas. My heart hurts and prayers are always made when I think of those that are missionaries in countries that don’t know or don’t celebrate the birth of Christ.

Our fourth week we did manual labor. We built nine garden beds for the camp we’ve been working at.

I’ve loved every single day- from the smiles of kids getting food to wheeling mud and setting bricks, God’s love shines through.