Up HIGH!
Yeah, it's true. So far, it's been so good.
We've been at our squad Debrief for the last 5 days, and it was just what our spirits needed to rest and relax. i'm really grateful for the time to reflect, draw near to the Lord, and process what has gone on in our ministry and our hearts over the last 2 months with the help of our squad leaders and phemonimal coaches {and spiritual parents}, Randy & Betsy Garmon. They've been such a breath of fresh air, and I'm already anticipating their return in 2 months for more debrief. Talk about people whose feet you could sit at for hours and just listen to. Shoot dang.
In the midst of many changes taking place on our team such as new leadership and the loss of one team member, we've also gained so much. We've gained a new hope, a new peace, and some fresh perspective. And…we've even gained a new team-member. There are many things springing forth, which is foreshadowing the new team name and atmosphere we're about to take on. Taking the time to cast visions over our next few months, and to really prepare for what's ahead has created an anticipation that i can't quite put into words. all I can say is stay tuned for more on this. it's gonna be GOOD. {"& good, and good, and man, it's sooo good!"–as Mac, our hilarious and big-hearted squad leader would say}.
Honduras will be a country of a lot of love, laughter, and more language learning as we dive into the lives of kids being taken in off of the streets–the kind of kids no one else wanted to "deal with", but our ministry host, Tony, took in with open-arms. We'll also minister to people in the capitol city's main dump, where people search high and low for food just to get by and provide for their families, as well visit prisions and hospitals to draw near to the people who need an extra loving touch, or song, or just a smile. Jesus is in their midst already, and He's inviting us in to help.
That's an honor.
And it's an honor to be here, to be used, and to really "press into the mess", as i like to say.
I'm learning that only I can show up for my life and walk in my story. only I can be me.
It's simple, but profound.
HIGH FIVE TO YOU, HONDURAS.
You've already been swell, and I can't wait to see what's ahead!
{stay tuned—photos to come}
