"Can a mother forget...and have no compassion on the child she is borne?
Even though she may forget, I will not forget you!"
Isaiah 49:15

Monday, November 24, 2008

Notes From Rachel

What an amazing time we have had this past week! I am so grateful for all of you who sent Kim, Lois, and Missy to the Isaiah Center, whether through financial support, supplies for their trip, or prayers of protection. They were a true blessing not only to us personally, the children and their families, but to the ministry as a whole. The kids were so excited to receive their presents, act out the story of Jesus’ birth, and to share the special evening with their family. Through each act of kindness that we show our families there seems to grow a new level of trust. This trust is what the team was able to help us to accomplish with all of their hard work and planning, and this will help to strengthen our ministry even more in this village of 3,000. Four evenings were created where we could bond and reach out even further to families who are rejected, mocked, outcast, and forgotten; showing them Christ’s love for them and encouraging them to love one another as well. I am so grateful to Kim, Missy, and Lois for giving up their time with family, work, friends and other activities to come and create a memorable Christmas for our children at the Isaiah Center and their families. Thank you to all who sent the ladies here and made their trips possible as well. Thank you for remembering us in your prayers.

Blessings!

Rachel

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