Messiah University

It is our first morning at the Hiiholo camp, receiving our orientation from our PPM staff. What a blessing to be able to know everything necessary to have a safe and blessed week.

What a blessing that we are on our first day in Maui. We can't wait to see all the blessings that God has prepared for us this week.

On our first day of the project, we are at the distribution center where we are helping with the organization of donations and selection of items. Thank you  God for this wonderful day on the island.

The competition came out this evening in a good game of volley-ball. We had to improvise a bit with the lines but the game was certainly worth it. Our team played with Embrace church members and it was great! 

Volunteering with Lahaina Strong to raise support for the people of Lahaina and to bring awareness. Despite the heat, the team has a smile on their faces! 

It was a good day! Part of the team helped selling shirts and sharing the heart of Lahaina Strong while another crew dug trenches in front of the tents. A few even looked after the youngsters! Lots of sweat, laughs, and community. 

Digging the trenches with all smiles! 

It was a full and incredible day today. The team worked hard and ate well. We had fish, rice, salad,  and peach crisp for dessert! It was fun to change it up and eat at the local church. 

Last night was special. During the debrief of the day there was a prompt for everyone to share what they were thankful for. The list went on and on and there was a sweetness about the moment. Some things shared were: 

Softening our hearts

Stars

Leaders

Hot water

Laughter

Drivers

The speaker 

Love and honesty 

Walgreens 

The beach

Clouds

Turtles

Volleyball 

Icecream 

Beds to sleep on

Orchestrating this group to be - together

Yurts

Stories

Lots of meals

Conversation and hot seat

Student leaders

Chickens and one rooster