Big Vick's Shout Out
August 8, 2011
Well before I start to talk about our day today I just want to send a message to Mr.Housh: Jeff will not stop using your line! his response to everything is either "there's a high" or "there's a low". Everyone was really confused about it at first but now they are all used to it and starting to say it too! Anyways back to the point.
Today was a very tiring day. We worked both in the morning and in the afternoon for the first time. Also it wasn't just the usual day, it was Sean's birthday! We celebrated with cake and the Sauga girls made him a top hat (he has wanted one for very long). The day started early in the morning and everyone was exhausted especially me. We had the ususal buns for breakfest along with bacon and eggs. I wasn't too hungry probably because I was so exhauasted.Jaccy did an awesome devotional for our group today about a memory verse that gave her confidence and encouragment for the physical labour (which she was worried about). We then headed out to the construction site to begin our full day of hard work. My job the entire day was making bricks which is my favourite job since it does not involve carrying very heavy buckets of cement. Today I got to stomp in the mud to mix it all up to make the bricks. It was quite fun! Ifelt we all worked very hard today especiallly considering how exhausted we all were in the morning. My brick making group had a great time making bricks and chatting together! The amount of talking we all do makes the day go by so much faster. For lunch we had chicken and rice... of course. But it was still great! I am so thankful for the church taking the time to makes us lunch everyday and also for the church that gives us dinner. After lunch we got back to work for about 2 1/2 hours then we were off to the guest house to get ready for dinner. After dinner we had a another emotional and awesome worship service on the roof led by Paul. I really enjoy the worship, I think that it'sthe fact we are actually in Peru singing as a team all together on a rooftop.... how awesome does that sound?
Well I don't even have words to describe how incredible this experience has been for me so far, from daycares and dumps to cell groups and spanish church services. I know that this trip has and will change my life and my walk with God has already grown stronger. Thanks so much to all the people praying for us at home and supporting us. We love you! Looking forward to coming home to share all the stories.
-Victoria Mortimer
p.s. Love you mom, dad and brent! See you all soon!
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Hi Vicky, I just had a chance to read your message today! It sounds like there's a high on you and the team having fun and working hard!! Here at Brampton Brick we make about 20,000 brick per hour. How many can you do?? Can you make more than P Jeff? Anyway I hope you guys have a safe and fun bus trip back to Lima. We will be praying!!
Love all the vlogs, blogs, pictures of all of you participating in God's work. We feel like we are part of this venture and have been building up to it, and now of course, with prayers for all of you.
I can't tell you all how your blogs, videos, and pictures have touched and encouraged me as I have been following along with you on your journey. We are so proud of your efforts and selflessness as you've given of your time and energy to be there to help with God's work. Remember you can do all things through God who gives you strength and He certainly will bless your efforts. We are praying fervently for you and miss you. I'm so glad to hear how your walks with God are being strengthened. He has a great purpose for each of your lives. Sending love to dear Stephanie and letting you know that Joshua got baptised last Saturday! Love, Mom
Proud of your team's hard work and most importantly everyone gets something in return. It may be physically and it may be spiritually. Keep going and pray for you all.
Hi Victoria, It is so great to hear from you. We are thrilled to hear that you are having an incredible experience. It's great to see you (and lots of others) smiling so much. in the pictures. It sounds like you are having quite the adventure (running thru malls to catch buses, taking wrong buses etc.)and seeing such a different way of life. We pray that this will impact you in a positive way. It's wonderful to hear that your walk with God has already grown stronger.
The labour looks very tough, but I know you and your team can do it. Keep persevering. We are glad you find it fun to stomp & chat.
Yes, worshipping on a rooftop in Peru does sound beautiful. God knows no borders. Enjoy every moment!!! What a special time for each of you to enjoy and experience.(I was looking at the 1/2 moon tonight, thinking about you, wondering if you too could see it.)
Well, we've got millions of questions for you....
We love you. Continue to make memories (Safely, please)
To you and your team, "Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful. And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Hebrews 10:23,24
We will continue to pray for all of you.
Love Mom, Dad & Brent XOXOXO
P.S. Tell Melissa Max is with us. P.S.S. Hey Jeff, try to save that voice. Hi Liz, love the pictures of you too - leaders get to roll up their sleeves too aye?
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