We Have Arrived!
Having landed in Manaus late friday night, we boarded the Linda Esperanca just before midnight and each claimed the hammock which would become the place to lay our heads under a starlit sky. Some of us scoffed at the possibility that we would sleep well in such a contraption and were pleasantly surprised at the peaceful sleep that ensued.
We traveled along the Amazon all night and all day Saturday, using the day to relax after a full day of travel and prepare for the following day's activities. Relaxation time included card games and gazing overboard to see dolphins, riverside villages and a beautiful sunset. Preparation involved sorting the many checked bags of donations and making family packs to provide the villagers as well as crafting picture frames and gospel bracelets for VBS.
We have enjoyed worship time both morning and evening led by David Quinones (the evening with the lights out overlooking the side of the boat at a marvelous sky). We also heard Chris White's testimony.
The Linda heralds team members from New Mexico, California, Louisiana, Florida and Texas and the group has united well for this short time and we are ready to serve the people of the Amazon. Each of us received encouragement uniquely written by Chris Klein's wife, Hollie. Hollie, we miss your presence and are grateful for your kind words. All, continue to pray for good health. Pray that as we enter the villages that they know that we are Christ's disciples by our love for each other and that the hearts, eyes and ears of the people of the Amazon be opened to receive the gospel.
Looking forward to sharing more,
The Village Church Amazon Team
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