A Quick Update

It has been a little over a week since arriving here in Manila. The humidity is still a bit draining but we all have acclimated pretty well to the weather over here. It is just a matter of dealing with constantly being sticky and wet. So much has been done since we have arrived both spiritually and physically that it is hard to believe that it was all done in such a short time. The past few days we have been going out to a squatter area about 40 mins. away that burnt down and left 500 + families without their homes.... we have been bringing them water, food, clothes, and whatever else we could find that would help hold some families over. Going out to the burn site with all the families and seeing first hand the devastation that was caused by this fire was overwhelming at best. The sights and sounds were all very dreary especially since it was raining as well.... but most of the people seemed in high spirits with thankful attitudes and warm smiles. Also for the last few days we have been helping out a Flipino friend whose name is Emily with her homeless children feeding ministry in the early evenings. That has been a huge blessing for the entire team. Not only do we get to fill these children's stomachs we also get to fill their minds and hearts with the truth and love that is presented in the Bible. We get to put on Bible themed skits and share testimonies that are then translated into tagalog by Emily. During the time we also get to sing songs and play games with the children ( they catch on so quickly). Their favorite song is "father Abraham" and they love playing simon says. Today Me, Rachel, and Corrie got to plant some shrubs that will help when the rainy season comes ..... then Me, Cherish , and Heather began some painting on the Ministry center next door to where we are staying. We are all getting ready to go to Emily's one last time this evening. So thanks for your continued prayers
Some Prayer Request
~ for the 500+ families that were displaced by the fire
~ for Emily's ministry for the homeless children
~ for continued team strength both mentally and physically