Personal Updates from Rwanda!

We've got a few short messages from people here to people there -- enjoy!

From Ashlynn M.

The people here are so beautiful and everyone is so friendly. Yesterday we went to see the street kids and they are so happy even though they have nothing. It's amazing how kindly they treat each other. When meal time came, the younger kids all went first while the older kids helped them form a line and wash hands, etc. The older kids didn't eat until every last little kid had eaten. At first we thought that the staff there planned it like that but we were shocked to find out that they did that on there own. I miss you all. ATTENTION ASHLYN'S FRIENDS!!! YOU MUST COMMENT. i miss you all to much not to hear from you and i REALLY want to talk to you!! xoxoxoxo

From Cheryl H.

I enjoyed meeting with the street kids. It was a fantastic experience and very emotionally stretching!

From Judy W.

We thank you for your continued prayers. We know they're being answered. God is with us in this place. The genocide memorial was deeply moving and will help change our lives forever -- in a good way! As a team, we have become like family.

From Jim W.

Hi to the Men's Group and to our small group! This is truly a lifetime experience. The country is very beautiful with ridges, valleys -- just super interesting. The people are the same. We are experiencing a passion for God in these people. Today Judy and I are headed to see our sponsored child, about 100 miles south of Kigali. We know the trip will be worth it when we look into her eyes. Ed, I haven't found Bonnie yet. We thank you for your prayers and wish you were here.

From Judy M.

The street kids may be dirty, but when you see their beautiful brown eyes looking at you with admiration you forget the dirt and the smell and your heart melts. I've never had to tell my name so many times as the standard greeting is, "What's your name?" Your heart goes out to them with compassion.

From Craig M.

As soon as I stepped off the plane and saw the beauty and smelled the sweet smokey aroma my mind went instantly back to November 2007. This country and it's people are beautiful! I wish we had the same "feel" in the U.S. God is with us and everyday is a humbling experience. Today we head to Kageyo refugee camp and I can't wait to see what God has planned. Love you all.