Oi from Brazil : )

Oi (Hello) from Brazil! My trip has been incredible! I’ve grown a lot both spiritually and physically (this Brazil food will get to ya) : ) God has shown and reminded me of a lot of things. One of the best things he’s shown me is how important relationships are to me and the passion I have for people. I began building relationships here in Brazil in the spring of 2009 and was blessed to continue them last summer and blessed even more to spend a longer period of time with all of the incredible people this summer! The kids have grown up so much and the ministry here in unstoppable. A.M.O and the people here in Brazil have changed my life and my heart in a number of ways I am so thankful for them and the person they have helped make me!

Jacqueline- Callie, Anderson, Pete, and I went to Marly, her mom’s, funeral yesterday. Brazilian funerals are very diffrernt from ours to say the least. I am so glad that I could be there for the girls (Jacqueline and Jessica) during this time. There were multiple dates that I could have came to Brazil but God had this in his plan. Who will take care of the girls is still being decided so please continue to keep them in your prayers!

Claudio- Is back with his mom for now, however, the city tore down his mom’s house two nights ago because it was an “invasion of land” so they are currently staying somewhere else with their mom at night and hanging out in Glebba-B during the day. This family is very special to me and I hate to see them struggling, but as always I know God will do big things through all of this destruction!

God has already done so much during my stay here and I can’t wait to see what he does over the next two weeks! I love all of you and wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for you! Tchau (Bye)!