As our second full day in Puerto Cabezas comes to an end, it is easy to see how we have all been stretched. From speaking what little Spanish many of us know to attempt at effective communication, to helping with projects and technical systems others of us may not know well, singing and playing new instruments in front of other people, vulnerability has been both our greatest struggle as well as our greatest strength.
This morning at breakfast, Ariela gave us something to think about throughout the day from Gracias (by Henri Nouwen). The reading for the day talked about Nouwen’s family and their own struggle with vulnerability. This was the perfect topic for the order of the day.
In the morning, Grant, Zac, Karisa, and others worked on the filtration system—assembling, cutting, and preparing certain pieces for use with the system. Several others of us worked on the education projects for the afternoon. Project management and communication skills were learned or strengthened for everyone.
After finishing editing a puppet skit in Spanish about clean water for the 11-14 year olds at the orphanage, we went over to the orphanage side of the compound to perform the skit. Behind a clothesline and sheet, the terrible characters Doctor Quimicos, Senora Basura, and Herrumbre la Horrible were defeated by Capitan Agua.
Later in the day, Ariela led devotions from Gracias, and again we discussed vulnerability and power. It was a day that included lots of learning for the team and lots of blessings from the kids at the orphanage.
Thank you for your prayers and support!
Bethany (and the team)
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