Hello everyone!
I'm not even sure where to start because it feels like this week was so full of stuff that it all flows together...
Our English classes have been going well--learning how to do lesson plans and adjusting to our students' needs along the way. Kim and I both had breakthrough days on Thursday and "actually felt like teachers" to use her words. The Village (what we have nicknamed the slums) has been a big blessing to us at different times. There are tons of kids who just want our attention and want to be loved...and by tons, I mean it. Their parents are off at work or off playing cards or somewhere unknown, and we get the privilege of stepping in to love on these kids when their parents cannot or aren't interested in doing so. That sounds bad, but we have literally watched parents sit and play cards while their kids run around The Village naked, doing whatever they please. I think most every team member has shared at some time this week that being at The Village had been the highlight of their day.
We've also had an amazing time doing Discipleship Classes at White Doves. Every day a group of one or two of our girls shared on a topic close to their hearts: beauty, purity, healing, friendship, and prayer. This was a great time for us to share what God is doing and has done with us as well as to hear some of the stories of the women at White Doves. Each woman who shared had a beautiful story of what God has done for them, and they encouraged each of us in our own walks with God.
Health-wise, the team is doing well. Kim may have a cold, but she is taking vitamin-C and trying to get rest when possible. Today is our day off, so we'll be taking things slower and probably going to the pool and then visiting Angkor Wat.
Team unity has also been really good! We have been able to have really honest conversations about what we are feeling and experiencing, and I am so thankful for this group. Please keep us in your prayers! We passed our half way point, but I am sure there is still a lot to come this week and next week.
I love you Mom, Dad, Stephen, Matthew, and Daniel! And I'm sorry I missed your bday mom!
love, katie
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Hey Katie, we miss you... and we are so proud of the work you are engaged in during this mission trip. It really is uplifting to hear about what you are doing and we feel connected even though you are a long way away. Check your email when you get a chance for family updates. We all love you very much.
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