Today started out rough because there were only 4 of us to build a house that we had planned to build with the whole group. Luckily, Mark Connell and some Hondurans from Breaking Chains (a homeless ministry) along with some community members were there to assist us. We arrived at the build site at around 8:30. We unloaded the wood and carried it about 200 yards to where the house was to be built. Next, we started to dig the holes for the foundation and discovered we were digging through rock! After about an hour we started setting posts. The rest of the build went smoothly and by 2:00 that afternoon, we were ready to dedicate the house for the family, right as the rest of the team showed up. Perfect timing! During the dedication, the abuela (grandmother) stepped forward to pray. Her prayer was fervent and heartfelt. The family receiving the house was very thankful and full of emotion.
After the build, the whole team travelled back to the house to unload all of luggage and get a rundown of what to expect during a Honduran mission trip. Then we got to take all of the kids from Casa de Esperanza (an orphanage in Honduras) to KFC for dinner and to play. For some this was an exciting reunion, for others, it was the first time getting to meet these wonderful children. We all had a great time!
The night ended with a great group devotions and some games for everyone to get to know each other better. We are all looking forward to a great week of service, learning, and fun times.
(Alan, Lauren, and Coz)
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