Blessing and Being Blessed

Today was our second day doing the different ministries within our specific colonia. My group was privileged to be able to work with the kids and set up VBS for them. Although different from any VBS at Eastminister, by the fact that we cannot efficiently communicate with them, it was an enlightening experience. First, we took the kids outside and did a little recreation- soccer for some, the rest played "duck, duck, goose". It was neat to be able to step back and just see God moving as our kids fellowshipped with these kids who have so little.
After the recreation, we headed inside to color. I have been fortunate enough to have my dad on this trip. It was nice to sit on the floor with him and color with the kids. This one girl in particular connected with my dad, and they were reading the coloring sheet and just talking. For me, it was more than that. It was wonderful to see this little girl fill my dad with such joy. This joy overflowed into me. Her smile just lit up the entire room.
The second ministry my group participated in today was the living water. During a living water session, we go to a populous place, and hand out cups of water. We went to a plaza/bus stop area and passed out cups of water to anyone who wanted some. I really enjoyed this because we were just able to interact with so many people at once. Although, without a translator, it was difficult to hold many long conversations. But we were able to hand out several Bibles and just pray that these people would take some time to actually read them.
The one thing though that truly made my day was when I was approached by a young boy in one of the local stores. With the little Spanish that I know, we were able to talk for a bit and he told me his name was Simon. He was absolutely precious and I instantly fell in love with him. His willingness to come up to a stranger is just so appreciated because he certainly made my day.
I'm very thankful to be a part of this trip and to be able to experience all these new things. I thank God for what He is doing in my life and how He is preparing me to go back home. The people of Mexico have such simple needs, but are so hungry for the word of God. We as a group are just so thankful for the opportunity to share it with them.

Sincerely,
Paisley Edgerton