South Africa - Eye Glass - Team 1903

Day 6,7,8 - August 23-25, Friday - Sunday  We’ve been busy here in South Africa but we’re enjoying every second and praising God for all the beauty this place has to offer.  Friday : We had our last clinic Friday and served in Nelspruit, as the day came to an end the team was sad to say goodbyes to Caring Friends and all the amazing kind people we have met here. We thank God for blessing us with five safe days of travel to and from clinic.  Saturday :    Safari Day! A full day of spotting and watching animals in their habitat and taking in all the beauty God created. Not one zebra is alike even though you may think they look identical; just like humans some of us have very similar features while others look different but we were all created one of a kind by our Heavenly Father.  “This was the Lords doing, and it is marvelous in our EYES” Mark 12:11 Sunday : The Team is traveling back to Middelburg and stopping to take i...

Day 5 - August 22, Thursday  We began the day with the opportunity to tour the St. Peter’s school and hear about the campuses history, future plans, and day to day operations.  The team served right here where we have been staying in Middelburg - the clinic today was another of example of how amazing the Caring Friends Team is here in Middelburg serving their community and doing whatever they can for anyone they can.  Following the clinic we enjoyed lunch and fellowship with caring friends back on the campus - we are beyond thankful for each and everyone of them and the love they have for Jesus and their community.  To end the day we visited an orphanage in town where we shared laughs and a meal with the children.  Thank you for all your prayers and support as we continue to share Gods love here and are blessed to see another beautiful day in South Africa. 

Day 3 & 4 - August 20-21, Tuesday - Wednesday  Tuesday we traveled approximately two hours to Siyabuswa; we were able to stop along the way to admire the views this beautiful place has to offer.  Upon arrival we spent the day and served at St. Peter’s Lutheran church.  Wednesday the team served in Hendrina at the Kwazamokuhle Clinic, we had the opportunity once again to share the gospel through our witness bracelets.  A special thank you to our data collectors who take the time at night to record the number of people served and glasses handed out.  Two more successful days working in the clinic and we cannot begin to express our thankfulness for this opportunity to bring Jesus, eye glasses, and much more to the people of South Africa. We have so much to learn from the way they love and bring joy to every moment.  “Clap your hands, all you nations; shout to God with cries o...

Day 2 - August 19, Monday  To start the day the team met up with Caring Friends and attended the morning assembly at St. Peter’s school ( Grades 1-12 ). We joined in their morning songs, announcements, prayers, and anthem. Following the assembly we got a tour of the Caring Friends clinic; Caring Friends is a organization here in South Africa dedicated to serving others through various clinics and outreach programs.  Clinic Day One - “ So then, my dear friends, stand firm and steady. Keep busy always in your work for the Lord, since you know that nothing you do in the Lord’s service is ever useless “1 Corinthians 15:58  Today we served nearly 160 people in Mhluzi, the clinic was filled with people who work hard keeping the community clean and running; as well as children of all ages from the local school.  Following the clinic the team went on an evening walk to admire the towns different architecture and gardening; we then had dinner at Oc...

Day 1 - August 18, Sunday  “ Praise the Lord, all people on Earth, praise his glory and might. “ 1 Chronicles 16:28   We began this beautiful Sunday in Middelburg praising Jesus; amazing that 8,596 miles from home and we can worship with our brothers and sisters in Christ.    The group admired the energy and culture in this service and was beyond blessed to be apart of this experience.  Following church we enjoyed lunch at Nando’s  The rest of the day has been spent enjoying one another’s company and getting to know everyone; as well as dinner that was prepared here at the guest house.  We have closed the day with a meeting, devotions, and card games. 

Blessings from South Africa! We have all arrived safely and are anxious to begin our journey here!