Friday, July 18, 2008

Honduras Mission Project (and prayer requests)


Beginning at 3:30 AM on Saturday, I'll be in Honduras with about 200 orphans. The Elmhurst CRC Youth Group is heading down for a week of projects, and spending time with these kids.

I believe that some of you know about this place- Al Heerema is the head leader...

Anyway, please pray for a safe and successful trip.

For those of you who like to stay on top of things, here is a website that will keep you up to date on the trip: click here

For those of you who might be interested in the story of this orphanage and/or sponsoring a child, here's a link: click here

This will be the first ever mission trip/project that I go on- I'm really excited. Steph was originally going to go, but as a pregnant mother, she decided to visit her grandma in Florida instead.

7 comments:

Grandpa and Grandma VD said...

Dear Rudi & Steph,

We are excited to hear of your trip to Honduras, and anxious to get your updates. It's a great opportunity for Steph to visit her grandma. We will be praying for you both.

Karen said...

I'm so excited for you, Rudi. You will fall in love with the children at the Hogar & the Farm. And they will fall in love with you. Mommy Carmen's humbleness, love & compassion will touch you. I can't wait to hear of your experiences & will watch your site for updates.

We don't sponsor a specific child, but Dam & Pam Gibson have a couple of girls. Dan visits often & knows Alan well. We'll let them know you're going.

Steph, have a great time visiting your grandma. Hope you'll be able to relax & refresh.
Praying for both of you!

Karen said...

I just looked at your pictures. I see a couple of girls have fallen for you already, Rudi!
Praying you are having an amazing time.

Rudi said...

hey family. this is really the only time that I´ll get to update you, so I´ll keep it quick.

we´re having a great time, and yes, karen, the kids are unbelievable. the line of the trip for me seems to be ¨it´s too bad these ninos can´t be cute.¨

Hope all is well- i´ll have a lot more to update when i get home- pictures and stories.

¡Hasta Luego!

Grandpa and Grandma VD said...

Rudi - Grandpa put a set of golf clubs together for you. We will take them to the golf course, or you can stop at our house on Saturday morning.

Rudi said...

Sweet. I'll pick them up at the golf course.

Grandpa and Grandma VD said...

Rudi - just a reminder... we will be playing at Longwood Golf Course this year. It is located across from Faith Church. We must be there at 12:00 noon on Saturday, August 2. We will go to Mike & Kim's home afterward for supper and prizes.