Disciple Makers

They came to serve and serve they did!  It was a wonderful way to end our busy summer.  Two weeks with our friends from Pennsylvania and Disciple Makers.  Led by Pastor Mark Fodale and his family (Shannon, Kathryn, Laura, Jordan and Rebekah) and DM intern, Liz Augustine, 8 students worked tirelessly building a parking lot at the Arevelo Church.  Their willingness to serve not only the church here, but the mission, the missionaries and each other was incredibly encouraging.  Each day I was amazed as they labored and did physical, hard work day after day for two weeks and not once complaining! It was a huge help to us as we started on the parking lot.  And while it was disappointing that they were not able to finish, we will be able to finish this week and that would have been impossible without their hard work!

We also had a lot of fun.  This group was energetic and entertaining from working and playing together to singing songs on the bus each day.  It was like a Party in the U.S.A.!  We managed to worship in two of our churches, build a parking lot, visit the Huaca de Luna y Sol, host a conversation night at SALI, attend SUSA, enjoy several meals together from missionary homes, to Kentucky Fried Chicken and Caramel Cafe.  This team fought through sickness, tiredness, sun, cold, wind, and even a little Trujillo rain (more like mist) and with a smile on their face and ready with an encouraging word for their teammates.

Thanks to Disciple Makers for ending your summer with us!  We are looking forward to your visit next year.

Each day started with devotionals at the Church where we were working.

Hard at work the first week preparing the space and starting to build!

Enjoying a fun night with the band, Muyapampa.

Pastor Ricardo and his family with Pastor Mark and his family.

Saying goodbye at the airport!

To see more photos, check out my facebook album:  Disciple Makers Facebook Album.