Meet my sweet and tiny team. All are from different parts of the States with very different stories, gifts and dreams. I interviewed each of them using the following five questions:
1. What’s one you are glad you brought on the Race?
2. Favorite coffee or tea drink?
3. What do you hope to get out of your World Race?
4. What is a gift you contribute to the team?
5. One of your favorite memories from month one of the race?
NAOMI:
22 years old. She’s actually only with our team for two months because she has previously completed the Race and came back as a team leader. She helped us set up team routines, norms, and provided us with resources that we can use in the months to come.
1. French press for coffee
2. Regular double shot latte or latte with honey steamed into the milk w/cinnamon
3. A true realization that God really is enough for my life.
4. Leadership skills and insight on the world race. Showing us how to do the world race.
5. Going to the orphanage and communicating with Emmanuel to learn more about his story. Emmanuel is one of the deaf kids at the orphanage.
GRACE:
25 years old. Lives in Chicago but originally from Connecticut
1. Wasn’t sure if I should buy chacos but I’m very thankful I ended up getting them for the Race because they are sturdy, comfortable and easy to clean.
2. Green tea
3. Greater intimacy with the Lord
4. Humor
5. At Mama Jan’s orphanage dancing with one of the girls.
JEWEL:
22 years old from Redgranite, Wisconsin
1. Solar power lantern
2. Chai tea latte
3. To grow closer to God and share His love with others
4. Photography and videography skills
5. Dancing in the rain
KENDRA:
25 years old and lives in Idaho
1. Essential oils
2. Fruity tea
3. I want to learn how to become more bold in my faith and walk in authority of Christ. Also, I want to become more of a prayer warrior.
4. Laughter and good at noticing areas team members can grow in and giving them feedback.
5. Having a cake fight with Odilove and Youvenji.
