Colombia, November 15th-20th, 2014

Medical Clinic

Our team had a great first day in Villeta, Colombia.  Even though we had a short night of rest on Saturday,  our team was up and ready to serve on Sunday.  We attended a local church called Iglesia Bautista del Sur.  There were about 50 people in attendance. 

One of our team members, Jason Holmes,  had the privilege to preach on the scripture Acts, chapter 20.   He did a great job!

After the church service we had lunch and then immediately began setting up the medical clinic to get ready for the people that were to be seen.  

There were several volunteers that helped our team tremendously during the clinic.  Because of the great organization of our national partners, our team was able to see and minister to more than 70 people!  

Each person met with a doctor,  received medicine and vitamins, and received  biblical and spiritual counseling.  Many people that do attend church were invited and several people trusted Christ as their Savior!  What an awesome day!  

The medical clinics will continue on Monday and Tuesday... Stay tuned for our next updates!  

Dominican Republic - Calvary Church

BUENOS DÍAS from the Dominican Republic! Calvary Baptist Church, along with friends from Kentucky, is ministering to the people of the DR this week as we continue our community development project. After arriving on Saturday, we quickly set to work setting up a medical clinic, dental clinic and completing a new baseball field.

The medical clinic has seen more than 120 people and will continue to help meet the medical needs of all the community members, young and old. Many local residents have excitedly shown up to meet with our dentist and learn more about dental hygiene.

The baseball field is a popular spot and many of the community members have pitched in to help with the complete reconstruction of the field. The original backstop was torn down and we have begun construction on a brand new backstop, pitcher’s mound, bases and dugouts. This will be a place of such joy and comradery for both the children and adults alike.

The team is having fun, jumping rope, blowing bubbles, flossing teeth, treating illness and loving on the people of the DR. We are all blessed to be here and serve God’s people!

Guatemala, October 25th-31st, 2014

Florida Hospital Group & Friends

Today, we experienced God's miracles in many ways; from as creative and simple as new stool so the boys can reach the sinks...to Jorge's first steps with a walker made of PVC pipe. Year after blessed year, God never ceases to amaze me with the mighty work he does here in Guatemala.

A very special surprise for the children today---A BOUNCE HOUSE! The team pooled our money and put together a wonderful fair for the children. The used their pretend "dinero" to purchase entrance to the bounce house, play fair games, and fill their hands and faces with superhero and princess tattoos!

In addition, we had a special visitor for Marquita. Alex came by for a short but sweet visit. It was so cool to see him recognize Marquita. He enjoyed a quick trip to the fair where he won a prize and lots of kisses.

We also watched God's miracles through Kaci and Cari while they delivered therapies, evaluated children, and taught the nannies about the importance of "tummy time" and various activities and ways to engage the children in speaking.

In short, being at the Malnutrition Center is like being in continual prayer. Continual prayer that offers peace, hope, harmony, laughter, tears, love and learning.

Thank you Jesus for another incredible day in prayer. 

Guatemala, October 25th-31st, 2014

Florida Hospital Group & Friends

Hola from Guatemala!

Today was a fun filled day at the center! The Chicks and Bunnies were on the move -literally! We exercised and danced though the morning and spent our afternoon outside doing arts and crafts. Jorge and Gustavo really enjoyed playing with the "crazy paste" (corn starch + water), they made quite a mess but it was all worth it to see their smiling and laughing faces.

We finished off our morning with a music session outside on the playground.  The kids loved playing with the maracas and flutes - especially Kimberly! 

While we were outside Jorge, Elsar, and Marvin found a caterpillar on the slide. 

The three boys were fascinated by their new playground friend; they sat and watched the caterpillar crawl around until it was time for lunch.

Gustavo was so exhausted from his busy morning that he fell asleep during lunchtime - we know how you feel, buddy!

Today was a great day. Tune in tomorrow for more updates! 

Guatemala, October 25th-31st, 2014

Florida Hospital Group & Friends

Greetings from San Juan! Our group visiting the Malnutrition Center this week is very diverse and brings love and experience from all over the country. We have representatives from Florida Hospital in Orlando, Bay Community Church in Miami and team members from Kentucky and Maine.

Today we arrived at the center and, as we pulled up, there was applause and lots of excitement! Everyone was eager to meet all of the children. As we entered each room, there were many hugs and big smiles. The Canaries, Dolphins, Chicks, Squirrels and Ducks are the reason we came--and to see their sweet faces brought immediate joy!

As we work with the children this week we hope to help them with their physical therapy, nutrition, walking, communicating and just having lots of good ol' fun. Our prayer is that The Lord would use us for each child and that they would feel Christ's love in a mighty way.

Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." Matthew 19:14