Otter Creek Missions

This morning we woke up to breakfast and then got ready to head over to the Iglesia de Christo for church. Although that most of us could not understand the service, we were still moved by the spirit (especially Brian L).*aside - we were especially impressed by the Guatemalan communion bread, which was really yummy, but it was a little difficult for Tina and Julie and to break off. Ask Ashley, who almost lost an eye to a crumb.* Also, Dr. Mark B. was called upon to deliver an improv message, which he did so eloquently speaking about unity in Christ despite language and cultural barriers, within just a moments notice. After church, several of us went wading in the beautiful stream. After wading, we returned to the Clinica Ezell to prepare for another adventure. After lunch, (which was scrumptious we might add) we prepared to go into a village to administer preventative worm medicine and to distribute vitamins. When we got to the village, about 100 people were there waiting on us. We presented a puppet show and sang songs with the kids before the medicine was given out. Afterwards, we ran around with the kids and sang songs with them. The kids loved to have their pictures taken by us gringos, and Brent surprised us by busting out some tunes on his harmonica. They got so much enjoyment out of the single coloring page and crayon we were able to give them. Although the children in the village had very little, they had so much appreciation for little things that we take for granted everyday. One of the main things that we realized from going to the village today is how futile our efforts would be if it were not for the ongoing work of the Health Talents International staff, who work here year round actually living among the Guatemalan people. It's a difficult job for them which requires much faith, perserverance, and dependance on God. We have seen how God has been faithful to this ministry, allowing them to expand their reach into even the furthest villages. May all glory and honor be given to God because none of this would be possible without Him.