Friday, February 18, 2011

Jumping In with Both Feet

Airport arrival, tired but happy
 
We have been living in Grand Cayman a month? How did time go by so quickly? On the other hand, in some ways we feel as if we have been here a long time. Here are some of our experiences since we arrived:




We have our permits to drive in Grand Cayman. I have only driven twice, but I am getting bolder!



Our first US visitors--old friends, the Griffiths



 
 The church has found us a lovely place to live.





 
We have a pet rock lizard named Belshazzar who lives on our patio.




 
My Hero!

We have explored historical spots on the island like Pedro St. James, birthplace of Caymanian democracy.
 















We have met our with our leadership team, including



 

Enjoying good Caymanian fare

missionary colleagues Mike and Debbie Hampton, who pastor a neighborhood church in the West Bay area. They are also working with us to promote Global University training on the island. We find them delightful--passionate for the Lord and the people of Grand Cayman, as well as great Mexican Train players! 
 
What a blessing it is to partner with our new missionary and national family to reach out with the love of Christ. Please pray for us as we cast vision for this island nation.
 
Over 50 families are fed each month.

 God has swung the doors wide open for us here. Ministries with which we are already involved include: helping with Operation Joy (our food bank outreach), 






speaking for women's ministry,






Helping the altos with their part
practicing with the choir for Easter, training altar and follow-up teams, leading worship during Sunday night prayer service, AND setting up Global University (our first course for credit starts in March). WHEW! DON'T STOP PRAYING!


 Thanks again for your partnership in the Gospel!