"... and the waters kept coming."

"For forty days the flood kept coming on the earth, and as the waters increased they lifted the ark high above the earth."

Genesis 7:17

We know that it wasn't really a flood, though there was quite a bit of water coming in the building where we are staying. We are currently staying in the TIME Ministries Guest House that is available for those that may desire a few comforts of home as they visit and experience the ministry here. The rooms have individual air conditioners and also a water heater for hot showers. Though a cooler shower feels better after a hot day, the ability to temper the water is nice. We are working with staff here to finish an apartment in the TIME Center where we will be more permantely for the summer.

The weather has been warm all week with showers periodically throughout the day. On this particular day there was a torrential downpour and the front porch was filling up with water from a plugged drain. We quickly found some bowls and buckets to start throwing the water out and to minimize the amount going into the building. We soon were joined by others that showed us were the drains were so we could allow the water to move more "naturally" than us throwing it out ourselves.

Are We There Yet?

He told them: "Take nothing for the journey-no staff, no bag, no bread, no money, no extra tunic." Luke 9:3

Oh how we wish we had the faith of the apostles! We spent our last day stateside packing for the plane ride tomorrow. It's amazing how much stuff we think we need for three months. Fortunately we'll be serving in a tropical location as opposed to Alaska. We wouldn't have room for the sweaters!

We apologize for the delay in blogging, it seems as though responsibilities always fill the alloted time one has. After a cold week in Minnesota with family we are ready to depart for the Dominican Republic! We have several answers to prayer to report. First, full support for our missions experience this summer has been raised. Thanks to all for your prayers and contributions. In addition, our cat Tiger has found a loving home with a former coworker.

Our home in Des Moines is ready for renting. Our original plan was to rent furnished but discovered that prospective renters would likely want it unfurnished. We had a last minute scramble to get all the furnishings into storage, thanks to all who helped out! Speaking of renters, it sounds like there are some good candidates, so please pray the Lord brings the right tenants.

We would also appreciate your prayers as TIME Ministries plans have changed this summer. Due to the violence in Mexico, all the tours scheduled for the summer in Monterrey have been rescheduled for the Dominican Republic and Dallas, TX. Please pray for the staff, interns and groups that will be relocating, as well as the churches in Monterrey that depend so heavily on the work and ministry usually provided.

We should close at this point as we'll be waking up at 4:30am to get to Minneapolis for a 9:10am departure. We plan to arrive in Santo Domingo at 10:30pm Eastern time.

Praises:

Full support has been raised

Storage for furniture

Home is ready for renting

Cindy's Aunt and Uncle driving us to the airport!

Prayers:

Ministry changes for TIME

Safe travel with attitudes and actions that reflect Christ

Good renters for our home

Oh, how did the packing go? Have a look!