Each day here brings new blessings!
A group of us spent the day at Jimmy Hughes Ministries about 1.5 hours outside the city. Our visit started with a tour of the rehab center's home-like atmosphere and grounds. Pastor Salvador, director of the center, inspired us with his testimony and "rapped" a little for us! Generally not a big fan of rap but this song was a beautifully poetic telling of his faith journey and a very real message of the hope and love found in Christ.
Also part of the ministry in this quaint country village was a home for young mothers and a home for children who were victims of violent crime. Every child there is considered a miracle. Stories told were horrific and difficult to hear but God is so good! Despite the frightening and tragic circumstances endured, this safe haven has given them a new beginning and a new family- God's family. I asked a young boy, Jose', if Jacky was his sister. Jose' sweetly replied, "Yes, my sister in Jesus but not really my sister".
Pizza for the kids, soccer, legos, coloring and hair bows (thanks Kristy) filled our afternoon. Many of the children spoke English making it easy for us to share and bond with these precious "ninos". It was so refreshing to see Honduran children have adequate facilities and their physical and spiritual needs met. Haven't seen that much this past week. Please pray for the children of Hunduras!
God is love,
Robin Parker
Hey Everyone,
Yesterday was a great day - like Robin said, we went to see the Jimmy Hughes orphanage. Here are a couple of websites about Jimmy and his ministry:
jimmyhughesministries.org
http://deadlinelive.info.info/2009/10/05/jimmy-hughes-%E2%80%93-from-cia-operative-and-mafia-to-evangelical-pastor-2/
Pretty awesome story. We had another group pack and distribute food, which can be pretty interesting - make sure to ask Gail or Korry when we get back about their experience. Otherwise, everyone is doing great. Here are a few more pictures!
In Him,
Robbie
A group of us spent the day at Jimmy Hughes Ministries about 1.5 hours outside the city. Our visit started with a tour of the rehab center's home-like atmosphere and grounds. Pastor Salvador, director of the center, inspired us with his testimony and "rapped" a little for us! Generally not a big fan of rap but this song was a beautifully poetic telling of his faith journey and a very real message of the hope and love found in Christ.
Also part of the ministry in this quaint country village was a home for young mothers and a home for children who were victims of violent crime. Every child there is considered a miracle. Stories told were horrific and difficult to hear but God is so good! Despite the frightening and tragic circumstances endured, this safe haven has given them a new beginning and a new family- God's family. I asked a young boy, Jose', if Jacky was his sister. Jose' sweetly replied, "Yes, my sister in Jesus but not really my sister".
Pizza for the kids, soccer, legos, coloring and hair bows (thanks Kristy) filled our afternoon. Many of the children spoke English making it easy for us to share and bond with these precious "ninos". It was so refreshing to see Honduran children have adequate facilities and their physical and spiritual needs met. Haven't seen that much this past week. Please pray for the children of Hunduras!
God is love,
Robin Parker
Hey Everyone,
Yesterday was a great day - like Robin said, we went to see the Jimmy Hughes orphanage. Here are a couple of websites about Jimmy and his ministry:
jimmyhughesministries.org
http://deadlinelive.info.info/2009/10/05/jimmy-hughes-%E2%80%93-from-cia-operative-and-mafia-to-evangelical-pastor-2/
Pretty awesome story. We had another group pack and distribute food, which can be pretty interesting - make sure to ask Gail or Korry when we get back about their experience. Otherwise, everyone is doing great. Here are a few more pictures!
In Him,
Robbie
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