Crossover Church

Our Michigan team has finally arrived!  We picked them up at the Santo Domingo airport and made the short trip to their hotel, a welcome respite after their long journey.  After settling in, we enjoyed a delicious dinner together and held our orientation meeting, laying out the plans for the week and getting to know each other better.  Excitement is in the air as we anticipate our first day of ministry tomorrow in the village of Kilometer 43.  We're all tired but eager to get an early start and begin working alongside the community.  Please pray for our team and for the people we will be serving.

This morning Crossover Church brought an unforgettable day to life at the school in kilometer 43! The air was filled with laughter and music as they sang joyful songs with the children, clapping their hands and dancing with energy. The kids’ eyes lit up as they listened to inspiring stories from the Word of God, sparking curiosity and big, hopeful smiles. It was a day of love, faith, and connection, leaving everyone with hearts full of joy and memories to cherish forever.

Today's mission was full of energy, teamwork and love as missionaries came together to support the building of a house that will change lives forever. With enthusiasm, they formed a human chain, passing bricks to the workers. They mixed cement with determination, their hands and hearts working in perfect harmony. Every drop of sweat and every smile reflected his deep devotion to making God's work a reality. It was a powerful reminder of what faith in action looks like: building not just a house but a future full of hope and love.

Day two brought us to the school in Batey 43 (Kilómetro 43), where our team experienced the vibrant atmosphere of a Dominican classroom firsthand.  We shared the story for this afternoon's VBS with the children and teachers, and took a moment to pray with them. Though our visit was brief, it was a truly valuable and heartwarming experience.

The team returned to the construction site today, full of energy and ready to work.  They focused on laying the foundation for the pastor's house, a crucial step in the building process.  Everyone worked diligently, mixing and pouring concrete, and carefully placing blocks.  The team's hard work and dedication were evident as they made significant progress on this important community project.

Yesterday morning, the team dedicated our time to building the pastor’s house. Under the warm sun, we worked together, laying blocks and cement with determination and love.

Helping to wash the dishes with the cooks.

 Every brick we placed was not just construction material but a symbol of faith and unity. As we filled the spaces with soil to level the ground, we felt a deep sense of purpose, knowing that our efforts would soon provide a home for someone devoted to serving others. Though the work was hard, the joy of giving and the strength of our shared mission made every moment meaningful.