2 Corinthians 4:10

"We always carry around in our body the death of Jesus so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our body." 2 Corinthians 4:10

Monday, July 12, 2010

Onto S. Africa - Last Minute Preparation


So the team has been busy getting last minute preparations completed for our impending trip to Cape Town. Everyone is amazing and doing well in anticipation of this awesome journey! I continually feel blessed to be able to serve with these amazing people.





Da boys:
Shawn: Strong in character, generous in spirit, energetic, the wild boy of the bunch ;)
Kelly: Quiet, hilarious, and helps all of us stay calm and collected...his calm spirit definitely rubs off
Jordan: faith-filled, admirable openness to try and do anything - even out of his comfort zone - he is an amazing example of a true servant
Aaron: leader, giving, and our strength in preparing the way for this trip.

Da ladies:
Ruth: Open, courageous, and an awesome servant for the Lord. You rock Ruth!
Steph: Evokes laughter and joy, is amazing with kids, and just completely loves life, which is obvious to all around her.
Jenny: Details...details...details ;), but seriously is so loving, kind, and generous, and always puts a smile on everyone's face with her charm and fun demeanor. Oh! And she's a great dancer! ;)
Ana: Strong and contemplative, a natural leader, who is willing to take the reigns whenever needed, and has an amazing gift for words of encouragement and love.
Heather: Exuberiant, happy, and willing to do anything no matter what others think.

One of my friends gave me this verse this week for encouragement: "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord. Plans to prosper you and not to harm you. Plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11 I LOVE this because it speaks to why each of the people going on this trip is going for . . .It speaks to the fact that each one was hand picked by the Lord to serve Him at this moment, in this way . . .and most important it speaks to the fact that each one of these amazing individuals LISTENED to the Lord's prompting and call upon their lives to take a step of faith and commit to this trip. I have no doubt that our lives will be changed. How can they not be when the Lord our God, our Father is involved. I can't wait to be let in on the "plans" God has for each one of these amazing people and for myself. It's going to be hard, it's going to be awesome, and it's going to be life-changing! :)

I will be writing soon directly from Cape Town, S. Africa. See you on the flip side my friends!

With lots of love, In Him ~ Jaclyn

3 comments:

  1. SO glad I got to give you one last hug today! I'm so excited for you and the journey that you are on. I know God has huge things in store for you this trip. Looking forward to hearing about it soon! :)
    PRAYERS & HUGS!
    Kara

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  2. Are you there yet? How is it? Are you tired? Am I asking too many questions?

    -Shawn

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  3. Hey Shawn!

    I'm here, safe and sound. Cold! Bring some major clothes :) And no you aren't asking too many questions. So glad you checked in. Just wrote a blog so check it out....See you soon!

    Loves! Jaci

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