in january we had a bunch of guys come down and help us prepare the teamhouse for future trips. it was a special week. a group of guys from all different backgrounds - working, serving, and bonding.
one of the guys was alex dunlap, a close friend of my brother chad. he had a great experience here - and was impacted greatly with a collision of sorts with the gospel of jesus. he told me in january that he would be bringing back his family.
the thing is... lots of people say stuff like that. but he meant it. he is here now, with his mom, sister, cousin, and some friends. they are building a playground for kids in a community where the poverty is such that the kids don't have clean water, shoes or enough food - much less a place to play.
they are building basketball goals, laying grass, bringing in playground equipment, and painting. the kids in the village are crowding around the area - playing and helping with eager anticipation. it is truly a beautiful sight.
these are the hands and feet of jesus. serving the needy. helping those that can't help themselves. loving on the "least of these." caring for those in need and expecting nothing in return.
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Praise God for people like the Dunlaps who are moved by their faith and experiences to do more and praise God for your family and your ministry for exposing people to these experiences. You continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.
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