DR - Women's and Kids Around the World Trips

It was an amazing two and a half weeks. First, a group of 19 women spent the week ministering to and with 40+ of our Dominican friends. Each day was filled with classes of projects of sewing baskets, beading jewelry, decorating wooden trinket boxes, making greeting cards, and much more. Highlights of the week include the Mission Emanuel staff banquet put on by the NC ladies. There are approximately 60 Dominicans and Haitians employed by the ministry. It is the one time of year to celebrate with them all that God is doing through their work.

The second week, Kids Around the World brought over 75 staff, board, and volunteers to build their 100th and 101st playgrounds. It was a great time of celebration for their organization and ours. We enjoyed the fruits of their labor at the end of the week when hundreds of kids ran onto the playground and had a blast. Also, KAtW does children's ministry and training. Thanks to Carlos' hard work, over 250 Dominicans and Haitians made the trek to Cielo from all over the country to be trained in using puppets and flannelgraph. It was so exciting to think about the scope of their work. By training these pastors, teachers, and leaders, they can influence so many lives for Christ.

Here's my slideshow with lots of pictures. Enjoy!!!