There is a work team in from Florida, and today is their day to relax and go to the beach, so I decided to stay "home" and relax here. So I have some time to write!
Things here are in full swing. One of the people from Florida is a pastor, so the past couple days I have been with he, Bruce, and Pastor Creisbolm (a haitian pastor) riding around visiting churches and seeing what work needs to be done. It is overwhelming the amount of things to do. I have to remind myself that this is an endurance race and not a sprint. Still it is disheartening. It was great to see and meet a lot of Haitian people, though. I have so much respect for how happy they are despite how difficult their life is. Smiles are everywhere! I am really hoping that I can learn from them and take joy in all situations.
I have been staying in Bruce and Deb's for the past couple days, but will move down to the team house on monday. Right now they are using "my" room as an office, and it is still unclear whether that will actually become my room or stay an office. I'm fine with it either way, but it would be nice to settle in somewhere.
It is a little daunting for me to think that i will be here for 6 months, but i'm trying to take it day by day. The country is beautiful and the people are very friendly and everything has been going very well. I'm relying on God hour by hour and that has been great.
Learning the language is imperative. Please pray that God would open my ears to it and teach me how to speak. Also pray for a smooth transition into this team, that I can find my niche, contribute, and learn.
Thank you everyone for your support and encouragement. You have been awesome and I miss you all.
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Be gentle and patient with yourself, Ben. You will learn the language. That is one of your great and many talents - learning languages. If Moses could communicate, so God will use you and your language skills!
Mom
Ben, I just want to let you know we've been praying for you in our smallgroup and at the 20Something prayer meeting. I agree with your mom also, be patient. I know it'll come to you.
I don't know if proud is the word I'm looking for, but I certainly rejoice in your obedience and God's work in you. It uplifts my heart and gives me joy.
Thank you for being courageous enough to use the faith He has given you! Thank you for setting an example!
your brother,
Tim T.
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