So it's been a few days since our arrival back into the States and I can finally say that I feel fairly rested up. Sunday was a day. We woke up and got all of our belongings ready to go. We spent time with God and had our final meal...pancakes and bacon. We were able to present Oscar and his team with a finacial gift for treating us so well while we at the center.
As we headed into our final time together, I stumbled upon a guitar and music folder and asked Timothy Kolker if he would play and help me lead worship with the group. We made our way to our meeting room and spent about 30 minutes singing praise to our Lord. It was so uplifting and a wonderful way to end our time in Nicaragua.
Our bus arrived and we loaded and headed to the airport. We were able to get throught ticketing and security without any major hiccups (only 2 without a seat assignment for our first flight, but it was quickly remedied). The flight was delayed a little which led to some concern about getting through customs and security in Atlanta and the probability of missing our connection from ATL to DAY. However, God was in complete control and we arrived with plenty of time to grab some food and load again for the final flight home.
We got to Dayton and had an awesome group awaiting our arrival! It was a great reunion.
We all thank you for your prayers and encouragement! God did a great thing in Nicaragua. We were able to be the hands and feet of Jesus and proclaim the Good News to those that the Lord entrusted to us. I am so thankful for the opportunity to take your students to serve in the Name of Jesus.
--On a personal note...Monday Christa and I had a great time together traveling to Knoxville and back to get the kids (having my daughter jump into my arms never gets old). Tuesday I made a trip to the doctor to have my rash (allergic reaction) looked at, got a shot, and then our malaria meds for Africa, went to staff meeting, and then took Tyler to football camp. Whew!
Today, I woke up late and sat on the couch and watched the Reds game. A much needed time to recoup from our trip. I feel pretty good now.
Tonight we meet one final time with our Africa team before we leave on Aug 1st. I am so excited about this trip. #1: I've never been to Africa. #2: I'm not in charge! haha.
Please keep our team of 13 in prayer. Ask God for safety and for people to come to Him as His Name is proclaimed!
Pressing On,
Dale
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