ONE WEEK LEFT!

Phew... in a week we will be on the plane. Over the past few weeks things have been pretty hectic. The packing is all but done, and as I just informed our friends in Ghana, we have good news and bad news.

The good news, is that we have been blessed by very generous people from all over, so much so, that we are taking 45 bags with us. The first 17 are for the team members and the balance for mission supplies - most of which we will leave behind. We are so excited!


The bad news is (it's not really bad at all) that we have so much to leave behind for the people there, we cannot take it all and therefore will have to ship it at a later date. We have school supplies, teaching aids, books, sports equipment, etc... and too much to take with us now. But! - that's a good thing. (David - I will be giving you a call when we get back!)

On Saturday, we had a commissioning service (some pics will be available soon) for the team. It was a beautiful and moving time, where we all felt the spirit of God present and active. The singing was fun, the prayers were profound, and many on the team felt like it signalled the moment when we could truly say "we are ready, lets go now!"

We are profoundly grateful for the people who came to support and pray for the team, for the pastors; Rev. Bruce McCallum and Pastor David Deur, who officiated, for the prayer partners, family and friends, who all participated with enthusiasm. There was much laughter and tears of joy.

This last week of prep, is mostly making sure that we have all our home stuff in order. The people we leave behind, both at home and at work have a big job to do. As much as you pray for us, please pray for them as well, that God may grant them what they need to continue in our absence.

That's all for the momont - more to come very soon.

Daryl