Newbie's on Mission: Update 1

As newbie's to the mission field there are so many things I could talk about but Neil and I are so thankful for God's provision and protection.  We are blessed by the people we are traveling with and the amazing Filipino people.  Their hospitality and humor is truly awesome.  One experience we had was what Anne has termed a "newbie blessing" and this beautiful man of God Pastor Saul drove us the hour from Agoo to Dagupan City in theair conditioned comfort of his car whilst the rest of the team traveled in a bus. 

The place we are staying in is a Children's Shelter and the kids are lovely.  They are at bit uncertain about us but are starting to become more friendly -- apparently the power of the camera phone brings out even the most hesitant of child.  They were very curious about all our baggage and bedding when we were unpacking.

We are so blessed to be here and so thankful to God for bringing us even when it seems so different and strange.  Each time we are felt out of our comfort zone God has rained down his mercies even in the smallest of ways whether it is a cool breeze or a cold drink but we will continue to rely on him as we do his work on earth.