Every night our group engages in a time of reflection. We read some Scripture, then go around the circle and share a disappointment (Pow.), a wonderful thing that happened (Wow!), and how we have witnessed the Spirit moving (How?). Here are the top responses from “Pow, Wow, How” from the last two days.
From Monday, March 9, our first work day:
TOP POW’s:
- the fact our group of 18 was split into two groups at two separate work sites.
- the heat and humidity
- the slow start to the day given the introduction by Northshore Disaster Recovery, our host rebuilding organization.
TOP WOW’s:
- the team work, everyone worked together well with no complaints
- the muscle power and can-do attitude of the women!
- Witnessing rebuilding and progress in the Lower 9th Ward on Sunday
TOP HOW’s:
- Sitting at the introductory meeting and seeing all the volunteers, listening to Dale, the Director, and learning how much we are needed
- The Spirit was present in how smooth and well the groups worked together
- The Spirit was present in people’s motivation- we are happy to be here and know the purpose
From Tuesday, March 10, our second work day
TOP POW’s:
- the heat and the humidity
- experiencing judgment
- ran out of materials to do the job and had to wait around for a little bit
TOP WOW’s:
- the amazing Potluck hosted by First Christian Church in Slidell, the food was so delicious
- teams continue to work together well, move in and out of jobs with flexibility
- the amazing wildlife: catfish, turtles, tree frogs, geckos
TOP HOW’s:
- Seeing the Spirit move in Tom, one whom we were helping, who had big dreams and ambitions despite the setbacks from Hurricane Katrina. His stories and inspiration
- How First Christian Church, a small church, can do such a big thing by hosting so many mission teams and feeding them every Tuesday. Thanksgiving for Storrs Congregational Church’s support of this mission team
- “I’m so impressed with our whole group!” How we work well together, educate one another, support each other
~Rev. Hilary Dahlberg
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I'm enjoying reading about your trip and the wonderful work you are all doing. Will look forward to seeing and hearing more when you return! Be safe.
ReplyDeleteSusan Dione
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