Happy Tuesday!! From before sunrise to after sunset, the vibes here have been amazing. With amazing worship prepared and led by Ethan and Hannah, a powerful message shared by Renee, and tireless physical and spiritual care provided by the whole team, today has been spectacular.
In evangelism we met an amazing woman who found Christ 12 years ago with the help of messages shared by previous medical missionaries. This interaction was so encouraging as we were able to see her in the faces of those who had the seed of Christ planted in their lives for the first time today. We were able to ponder the possibility of seeing them in 12 years and hearing similar stories of salvation. Additionally, for us medical students who have little experience leading others to Christ, it was incredible to talk to God with others and begin seeing how to incorporate evangelism in future medical practices. The Children’s team were spectacular today (as they are everyday). Their energy and enthusiasm for the children of the community did not falter even as the heat of the day peaked while they were in a fully metal building. We found joy in the children who channeled their inner Picasso on Michael’s face and filled the air with bubbles. We were comforted and impressed by the children who were so eager to help set up the clinic before and after lunch time. Finally, we were reminded of patience when mediating arguments among the kids and cleaning up the discarded toys at the end of the day. For those not on the Children’s team, we always look forward to hearing about the joy and hard work experienced by those on the team. Clinic today was filled with high highs and low lows. We were able to relate to patients not only on a physical and spiritual level, but also on an emotional level. Past pains were able to be used for comforting and encouraging others today. We were reminded that even the worst times in our lives can later be a part of sharing God’s bigger, better plans for those who seek Him. Immense learning is happening on this trip as well. Every day, we learn more Spanish phrases, and the medical students get closer to finding what medical specialty God has called them to. We were all reminded that patients deserve patience. That can be forgotten in the fast-paced culture of the United States, but it is put in the spotlight here in the Dominican Republic. As a medical student, I was comforted by 1 Corinthians 12:15-26 today as it can be easy to find my incomplete training as something holding back the group. Thank you for reading! I have to go now as Ken is sitting alone with Quirkle waiting for me to finally beat him in a game.
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Jeanette Steen
10/18/2023 04:48:03 pm
Praises for all the care and love you are able to share with the people of the Dominican Republic. I pray that each day GOD will reveal himself to each of you. You are the hands, feet, ears, mouth and heart of our dear Lord Jesus Christ.
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