Hey all! We don't have a bunch of time today to blog, however we wanted to get as much of an update as possible. We are heading to another bush church service tonight. How exciting it is to worship with our fellow brother and sisters here!
This is our final communication day, so most likely this will be our last update until we arrive in the states. Thank you for all your prayers and words of encouragement! We are blessed to have such a supportive team back home! We love all of you!
Now we will let the ladies fill you in on what is happening with them!
Lauralynn Hubel:
Hey y'all 🙂
(just kidding. I'm not actually saying that now… much… I just couldn't resist saying it)
Alright, well number one… there are nine more sleeps till I will be back in my own bed. I'm not sure whether I am indescribably excited about that, or heartbreakingly sad about that. I never want to leave this place, but I also want to go home. It's too bad that I have to leave in order to go home. Maaaaaaybe one day my home could be here. And that would be the ultimate solution. 🙂 I guess we'll have to wait and see.
I just wanted to let you all know that Daniel & the lion's den has taken on an entirely knew meaning in my life. I have taught that same lesson five times in VBS/Sunday school, and I definitely have it memorized. It's pretty ridiculous. But I think that you should all go read it again, and really study it. It may be thought of as a child's story, but it still impacted my life after hearing it for the thousandth time. It's an amazing story of Gods protection for his people 🙂
So yeeeeepp.. I love y'all, and can't wait to give you all huge hugs when I get home <3 <3
Cera Allen:
Hey everyone! …and lauralynn totally says ya'll now (:
Uganda is the most amazing place in the world. We have had such crazy experiences, and not many Americans they spent their 16th birthday in Africa. My team and my parents (even though they are thousands of miles away) made my birthday really special, and it was amazing. I have fallen in love with the school here in Busia, and Amber and I were put in the p5 class at last minute, but that was such a blessing. This class is amazing, and our translator has such an impacting testimony. Also, we got to experience helping bring 14 of these beautiful students to Christ just yesterday. Yesterday was the most blessed day I've had yet, and I can't wait to begin to sponsor one of the children here when I get home. I will miss this beautiful country more than is understandable, but right nowI really miss all my family and friends, and I get SO excited thinking about seeing you in only 9 days. I've been thinking about you loads lately, and I can't wait to share all the wonderful experiences I've had here. I love love love you all and miss you so much! <3
A lot has happeed here in Uganda!!! There is WAY too much to try to tell in two minutes. As far as VBS goes, I was given the P4 class, and they are GREAT!!! Wish I could say more, but we have to leave for a bush church. BYE!!!
Bethany
Great updates girls- 🙂
Wish Amber had a chance to post.. would love to have heard something from her.. we are praying your health issues have not kept you down hun- and that you are blossoming in God’s word and love and spreading His joy that you carry so strongly within you! All your brothers miss you – as do Dad and I. Your baby brother or sister has been doing flips in my tumnmy – must miss the sound of your voice kiddo! 🙂 We are so proud of you and your team, live every moment, and experience the amazing wonder of His creation in africa!!! see you soon Am! Love~ Mom
Team Uganda, we rejoice with you and the angels that there are more children’s names written in the Lamb’s Book of Life, and especially that you had a huge part in making it happen!! Praise God for what has been done for eternity during these short weeks that you have been in Uganda!
Bethany, we are excited about having you home again soon!We look forward to hearing all about your experiences since you left home and seeing the many pictures that I’m sure you have taken to record this special ministry opportunity! Stay healthy and well this last week and make the most of the time you have left in Busia and with your many new friends! We love you so much and are so proud of you!!
Bethany’s mom
Hi everyone, Thanks for the news blog, that was nice to hear from you again. The incredibly wonderful work that you have done in Uganda is muchly appreciated! You are awesome. GOD LOVES YOU ALL!
It has been a long time since you left Laura-Lynn, but for you it must seem like a short time. You have been missed alot. Your room and your bed is waiting for you. As we are anxiously waiting to see you with big hugs & kisses. GOD BLESS YOU LAURA-LYNN! WE ARE SO VERY PROUD OF YOU FOR DOING GOD’S WORK WITH THESE BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE! Stay Healthy and see you soon!. Love you lots & lots.
Love Forever, Mom, Dad & Ashley
Team Uganda.. enjoy the rest of your days in Busia! rejoice in the works you have done.. let His Glory fall all around you and touch each person you encounter. You ALL are beautiful, blessed, and amazing! Thank you for being part of this team and this journey and for touching lives this last month. I have no doubt all the families and parents and friends are eager to see each of you and pray that this “team” and “family” you have been part of for the last almost month is one that you continue to stay connected to. What a blessing. Can’t wait to see you Amber! Love Always~ Mom
Just remember folks to keep teaching the FAITH, HOPE, and LOVE of God work through you to the Folks in Uganda. Me and my co-workers enjoy reading your work here in the JSOTF-P (Philippine) and understand some of the hardships.