We left Villa Celia Delfina this morning to trek across the
great divide of the Quimistan Valley heading for Nueva Esperanza (New Hope) to
perform a one day construction project at the local school. Every year for four
years, the Wilkesboro team has made this journey into the mountains to bring
and share the hope of Christ because the people of Nueva Esperanza have a special place in our heart. No
journey is too long… no journey is too difficult when it comes to fulfilling
the commandment He gave the Disciples before His ascension. Christ said, “To
share the good news of the Gospel to the ends of the earth.” New Hope is so remote, one would think that you are close to the end of the
world…
Today was no different, after a gut wrenching two hour
journey across torturous and pothole laden roads we arrived to be greeted by
the children. They were lined up at the gate smiling and welcoming us to their
world. Our work began in earnest when we began installing new screens on the
windows of the main school building, and some of the team began to cut and build
new screen frames for the lower building. Several team members kept the
children entertained while playing a variety of games that included baseball, soccer,
volleyball and a few made up games. The work was completed by 4 pm, we loaded
back up to make the return journey home.
Once we arrived back at the compound, we cleaned up and went
out to eat at the local chicken joint along with several special guests and
their families. Following the meal many of the Americanas gathered to play
soccer with the locals, and I tell you the truth, the girls were a lot more
physical at the game than the guys. I took a cross check from a young lady that
sent me into the fence… I think I have a few loose teeth now… The day went well
as always.
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| Screening |
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| Making screen frames |
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| Hunter cutting screen |
Thanks to our drivers and the crew who always put our safety first,
God bless all of you.
Mark
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