This was a powerful day! I guess the most powerful part was knowing that many things have happened over years and years that brought us to this moment... it is unthinkable how God can orchestrate just the right people, doing the right things to bring about amazing progress in his kingdom... Ed shared at the opening that God could have easily just breathed this place into existence but in stead he choose to use us! Amazing! I was also reminded today as to why this place is so important... Lake Amatitlan is not a place that many of us would choose as a home... unemployment is unbelievably high, crime, in all forms is outrageous and the things that young people are doing because Hope Love and Peace is not being spoken into their lives is tragic! In this place today, I saw children hearing how they, no matter what their exceptional need, are a prescious creation and that God has a plan, desire and passion for them, ALL!
We also were blessed by Robert bringing his message of hope in song! Powerful stuff, and there is a awe in the air as to what God is doing.
After the celebrations we were treated to some great food, and went off to the Lake Amatitlan Gondola, a steep ride up the face of one of the mountains beside Lake Amatitlan. the lake is under attack by polution and they are trying very hard to fight it off, but despite its struggles, it was an amazing site.
then some Pollo Campero Chicken on the way home and now it is unloading, reloading and chilling for the days ahead, we go to El Zappotillo on Tuesday morning so will not be blogging for that time, No electricity will do that some times...
Blessing to you all
Dave and everyone here in Guatemala
some pictures to enjoy
Robert Blessing everyone in song
Yohana 
Everyone! 
Telling Robert the Story
Ribbon Cutting
The Center!
Ed signing the offical documents
Ed - Some inspiring comments and challenges
Robert "this day alone was worth the trip"
Thank EVERYONE for blessing others with all the things you sent along!
2 comments:
Good to see these pictures and notes. God is good always... and he even allows us to participate in the work. Awesome thought. We're praying that the Centre in Lake Amatitlan will be used to God's glory. Dave and Jill (Ottawa)
Wow! I have goosebumps just thinking about how God is so good, and how He has given each of us the ability to share a moment together to further His glory. It doesn't matter if we are countries apart. It started with one step, one moment, one prayer through His name and mighty things have been done and will be continually done. To think the opening of the education center is only the beginning. Congratulations and God Bless!
Connie, Justin, Derek and Rebekah Loker
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