My brother wrote me the other day and hastled me that I hadn't updated the blog in awhile. The thing is, some days there's not much happening here that's interesting. So updating the blog is a bit tough. Unless you really want to hear about what I had for lunch. Actually...come to think of it...I probably have blogged about that on occasion.
Other times there's so much to write about it get's a bit overwhelming and I don't know where to start. So I keep putting it off. That's kind of what's happening this time...
So...I think I'll just give you some highlights and then fill in the details later as I feel led. And/or have the time.
Once again I had an amazing time with the SCS (Saskatoon Christian School) kids (and adults). Always a pleasure to visit with those people. So many memories and excellent moments. And the image of Seth dancing in front of the Mariachi band will forever be burned into my brain.
On that same note, a couple of moments that stand out. I had the privilege of praying with a young guy at the drug rehab home we visited and helping him begin a relationship with Christ. I didn't see it coming at all, but it was a powerful moment. God was definitely at work. This young fellow was quite emotional about the experience and it was great to be able to pray with him. I plan to go back and see him on the weekend. His name is Javier so please pray for him.
As well, prison was an interesting experience. Three times in a week. Visiting the ladies prison as well as visiting a young friend I know in maximum security. More on that later.
On the more adventurous side of life (not that hanging out in maximum security isn't adventurous or anything), Yimy and I tried to drive into the waterfalls in the jungle. I was thinking about going there with the whole group but I wanted to make sure the "road" was open (it's been raining here lately). I just realized I wrote "tried" to drive in. As Yoda once said, "There is no try. There is only do." Or something like that. It's been awhile since I've seen the movie. At any rate, there were a couple of moments when we both said, "Maybe we should turn around?", but we didn't. We're like that you know. Of course we nearly died for our efforts, but still...
Okay, well...we probably wouldn't have died exactly. A second (literally) more and we have slid sideways off a eight or nine foot embankment. The truck would have landed on it's side but I'm sure we'd have been fine. It's a Toyota after all...
However, we did make it (and my truck enjoyed a whole day of not being broken...before I broke it again) and we enjoyed a well deserved lunch by a beautiful waterfall followed by a somewhat cool (cold...very cold) swim. But considering that most people I know were sitting in their offices...not a bad way to spend a day.
Here at the house there's been the usual mix of great, good and maybe not so good. But honestly...mostly good. God is doing some amazing stuff in the hearts of a number of the guys. I can see a lot of growth. Others are struggling a bit. When I was home I'd been telling people that we had moved past the big problems like alcohol and drugs and whatnot...but it seems I spoke a bit too soon. But you know...in the midst of the issues and problems we have, God is still at work bringing healing and freedom. So...we're moving in the right direction. But by all means, feel free to continue praying for us.
Next week I'm off to Cochabamba and then La Paz with our two interns, Tim and Mike. Their time is winding down here and we're going to do a bit of a trip before they leave at the end of the month. It's been great having them here. One of the guys supports a young guy in Cochabamba through Compassion and we're hoping to visit him.
And...that's all that occurs to me just now. There's more for sure...but it's my turn to cook and the guys get...testy...if lunch is late. Thanks for all your prayers and support! By the way, we raised enough money on my trip home to buy land for our new house. So that's the next step. And it makes me happy!
Thanks everyone!
PS Roberto just came into my room and said that his classes are too hard and wanted to know if he had my permission to just go sell fruit in the market. That kid makes me laugh.
Other times there's so much to write about it get's a bit overwhelming and I don't know where to start. So I keep putting it off. That's kind of what's happening this time...
So...I think I'll just give you some highlights and then fill in the details later as I feel led. And/or have the time.
Once again I had an amazing time with the SCS (Saskatoon Christian School) kids (and adults). Always a pleasure to visit with those people. So many memories and excellent moments. And the image of Seth dancing in front of the Mariachi band will forever be burned into my brain.
On that same note, a couple of moments that stand out. I had the privilege of praying with a young guy at the drug rehab home we visited and helping him begin a relationship with Christ. I didn't see it coming at all, but it was a powerful moment. God was definitely at work. This young fellow was quite emotional about the experience and it was great to be able to pray with him. I plan to go back and see him on the weekend. His name is Javier so please pray for him.
As well, prison was an interesting experience. Three times in a week. Visiting the ladies prison as well as visiting a young friend I know in maximum security. More on that later.
On the more adventurous side of life (not that hanging out in maximum security isn't adventurous or anything), Yimy and I tried to drive into the waterfalls in the jungle. I was thinking about going there with the whole group but I wanted to make sure the "road" was open (it's been raining here lately). I just realized I wrote "tried" to drive in. As Yoda once said, "There is no try. There is only do." Or something like that. It's been awhile since I've seen the movie. At any rate, there were a couple of moments when we both said, "Maybe we should turn around?", but we didn't. We're like that you know. Of course we nearly died for our efforts, but still...
Okay, well...we probably wouldn't have died exactly. A second (literally) more and we have slid sideways off a eight or nine foot embankment. The truck would have landed on it's side but I'm sure we'd have been fine. It's a Toyota after all...
However, we did make it (and my truck enjoyed a whole day of not being broken...before I broke it again) and we enjoyed a well deserved lunch by a beautiful waterfall followed by a somewhat cool (cold...very cold) swim. But considering that most people I know were sitting in their offices...not a bad way to spend a day.
Here at the house there's been the usual mix of great, good and maybe not so good. But honestly...mostly good. God is doing some amazing stuff in the hearts of a number of the guys. I can see a lot of growth. Others are struggling a bit. When I was home I'd been telling people that we had moved past the big problems like alcohol and drugs and whatnot...but it seems I spoke a bit too soon. But you know...in the midst of the issues and problems we have, God is still at work bringing healing and freedom. So...we're moving in the right direction. But by all means, feel free to continue praying for us.
Next week I'm off to Cochabamba and then La Paz with our two interns, Tim and Mike. Their time is winding down here and we're going to do a bit of a trip before they leave at the end of the month. It's been great having them here. One of the guys supports a young guy in Cochabamba through Compassion and we're hoping to visit him.
And...that's all that occurs to me just now. There's more for sure...but it's my turn to cook and the guys get...testy...if lunch is late. Thanks for all your prayers and support! By the way, we raised enough money on my trip home to buy land for our new house. So that's the next step. And it makes me happy!
Thanks everyone!
PS Roberto just came into my room and said that his classes are too hard and wanted to know if he had my permission to just go sell fruit in the market. That kid makes me laugh.
At the drug rehab home...
2 comments:
Roberto! Stay in school! You will never regret working hard. But you might regret Ken's foot in your rear end if he finds you selling fruit in the market! LOL
Hang in there Ken! Sounds like there is so much good with the difficult parts. We are praying for you! xo
Hey Ken, did you get a chance to meet up with Javier again? Thanks for sharing--your boys are on our fridge. Aaron Mac
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