We arrived yesterday at the Tums George Hotel (sounds like an antacid doesn't it? But its a relatively nice place) in Manzini. After a nice dinner (chicken, a meat I think was beef, and fish) we met with an amazing couple-- Dr. Harry and Echo Vanderwal. They are doctors who have been in Swaziland for five years. Last year alone, they saw over (hold on to your hat) over 50,000 patients. There is such great need here in Swaziland. We will be working with them on Friday-- when over 500 patients are expected to arrive. The Vanderwal’s will take the 2,000 pair of glasses that we brought with us and distribute them in the coming weeks.
God has been using the Vanderhooks in great ways-- in fact the only fault I could find with them is their love for the Ohio State Buckeyes. Once again proving, no one is perfect.
Today, after breakfast we will head over to the Sharp Memorial Church of the Nazarene for church services. We will meet other leaders and begin to plan out our week ahead.
It's going to be a very busy week--working with HIV patients, planting gardens at the orphanage, holding medical clinics and training pastors, and construction on the nursing quarters. Again the needs are great... but God is greater!
The team is doing remarkably well. All are enjoying the sights and sounds of Swaziland. I will write more later... if I am able!
6 comments:
We're hoping you will be able to call during our services today. All our family wants to know if you got Josh! Then we can relax! We're praying for all of you.
I'm having trouble getting this comment to stick! We want to know if Josh got there and we are hoping you will be able to call this morning during our services. We're praying for all of you.
JoAnne
Great to see that you had access Manzaini. We are looking forward to a wonderful Sunday in KC.
Jeff
Rob,
Just talked with Laura R. She needs Kelsey to call them on Laura's cell asap.
So good to hear from you in the service this morning. Makes me wish I was there! We're assuming Josh is there since you said all is well.
We'll keep praying.
It was great to hear from you in the service this morning! We had a great worship service. We continue to pray for all of you.
Could you let Kathy Saunders know I received the sad news this morning. Tell her how sorry I am and that I am thinking about her and praying for her. I know it is hard but, Marilyn would want her to continue on her journey, as she continues on hers. Pam, sis
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