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Update from Westoak Woods Baptist Church
Sunday is a day of "rest"

by Roxanne Fry | June 21, 2015 2:38 PM

Today (Sunday) was an amazing day of praise and worship! We arrived at church by 8:00 am in time for intercessory prayer; then at 9:00 am, the church service began with an incredibly energizing and prayerful hour of music that moved the members of the team -- literally, as some joined a dance of praise with members of the congregation! Chad painted throughout the entire 4 hour service (see pic posted to this trip journal), and Harold and Mayzie shared messages with the congregation. Terry then took the floor and the Lord spoke through him as he shared the Gospel. Pastor Josiah and his wife, Mary, also spoke at the service, expressing their profound gratitude for the privilege of working with this amazing team. Mary said that she's been asking the Lord, "What have I done to deserve having these wonderful Americans with us?" --- but the team members let her know most sincerely that they are the ones who are wondering what THEY did to deserve this opportunity to walk and work beside Pastor Josiah and his flock. Following the service, the women of the church once again served a fabulous meal. (With an 80% unemployment rate in this area, the church ladies are very thankful to be hired by Praying Pelican Missions to prepare our meals, in addition to be given money to shop for the items they use to proudly prepare traditional South African meals for the team.) The afternoon brought more children and adults to the church for VBS and the medical clinic. The excitement and enthusiasm grew as the smiles and laughter continued to rise. Following dinner, the team led an evangelism service for members of the community. Pastor Terry spoke about the lies that satan tells us, all in an attempt to keep us from a relationship with Christ. As he was preaching Chad continued his painting ministry, creating a painting of Jesus stepping on and over satan. Tomorrow we again have a very early day: breakfast at 6:45, followed by travel to another local school, followed by more medical ministry, VBS, and an evangelism service.
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Ashley Evans

June 25, 2015 7:32 PM

I don't know why my hearts in my message showed up as question marks. Sorry about that.

Patrick Wilson

June 25, 2015 8:56 AM

So excited to see you all back home this weekend. Praying for your safe return.

Ashley Evans

June 25, 2015 8:24 AM

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June 24, 2015 4:38 PM

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June 24, 2015 12:04 PM

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June 24, 2015 7:41 AM

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June 23, 2015 8:53 PM

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June 23, 2015 5:09 PM

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June 23, 2015 4:41 PM

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Ashley Evans

June 22, 2015 8:54 PM

I don't know why my hearts in my message showed up as question marks. Sorry about that.

Robert wright

June 22, 2015 7:23 PM

Seems like an amazing opportunity to aid and minister to these people.

Ashley Evans

June 22, 2015 3:54 PM

I don't know why my hearts in my message showed up as question marks. Sorry about that.

Ashley Evans

June 22, 2015 2:53 PM

I don't know why my hearts in my message showed up as question marks. Sorry about that.

Ashley Evans

June 22, 2015 2:11 PM

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Patrick Wilson

June 22, 2015 7:56 AM

We love you all and continue to pray for you daily. We are excited to hear all that God is doing and to celebrate and praise him with you from afar.

Ashley Evans

June 21, 2015 4:20 PM

I don't know why my hearts in my message showed up as question marks. Sorry about that.

Ashley Evans

June 21, 2015 1:56 PM

I don't know why my hearts in my message showed up as question marks. Sorry about that.

Ashley Evans

June 21, 2015 7:56 AM

I don't know why my hearts in my message showed up as question marks. Sorry about that.

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June 19, 2015 9:12 PM

I don't know why my hearts in my message showed up as question marks. Sorry about that.

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June 19, 2015 3:41 PM

I don't know why my hearts in my message showed up as question marks. Sorry about that.

Ashley Evans

June 19, 2015 2:02 PM

I don't know why my hearts in my message showed up as question marks. Sorry about that.

Ashley Evans

June 19, 2015 1:24 PM

I don't know why my hearts in my message showed up as question marks. Sorry about that.

Ashley Evans

June 19, 2015 12:44 PM

I don't know why my hearts in my message showed up as question marks. Sorry about that.

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I don't know why my hearts in my message showed up as question marks. Sorry about that.

Ashley Evans

June 19, 2015 8:10 AM

I don't know why my hearts in my message showed up as question marks. Sorry about that.

Ashley Evans

June 19, 2015 8:08 AM

Hey ya'll!! We are praying for you everyday!! It sounds like you had an amazing first day!! You are such a blessing to the people there and I know they are such a blessing to you as well!!! ????

Patrick Wilson

June 18, 2015 4:12 PM

What an exciting first day! God is amazing!!

Holly Mirau

June 18, 2015 2:41 PM

Hey team! I'm praying for you all this week. Don't give Christopher and Isaac too much grief...but don't make it easy on them either ;) Talk about a dream team kind of week! Many blessings, Holly

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