Off we go...

In the wee hours of tomorrow morning, our team of 33 is heading out to Nicaragua for 8 days. I'm writing this mid afternoon and everything is kinda crazy around the base right now. Those of us leaving are packing, cleaning, running to the store/ATM, etc. Everyone else on base is preparing for about 40 people to arrive starting tonight- teams from the U.S. mostly. There's a lot going on right now! We're all really excited for Nicaragua- here are some of the things we'll be doing:

Working with the local church:
-Leading Sunday service
-Bible studies
-Teaching English
-Maintenance work

Working with a new library:
-Organizing
-Spreading the word about its opening
-Hosting art competitions
-Cleaning
-Kids programs

Of course we'll be doing prayer walks through the community, evangelism, and helping out with the YWAM base there as well. We'll be sleeping on the floors of the church/library for the week, and taking good ole' bucket showers! :) It's going to be an adventure. Please pray for safe travels, easy border crossings, protection, team unity, and most importantly- for God's love to be poured out through us and for people to be drawn closer to Him! Through the several different ministries we'll be involved in, our purpose for going is to spread the good news of Christ. The YWAM motto is "To know God, and to make Him known." This is always the reason! Thanks for your prayers...I'll update when we return.