Wednesday

We had a fabulous day on Wednesday, though it started with a downpour of rain that altered our plans to visit the island poor community. Roberto took us to the wholesale market, where we tasted a variety of unique fruits. Pam West won a bag of free nuts. Audrey purchased some spices. The skies cleared and later we traveled by bus to the Assemblies of God church at Sao Caetano, where we ministered in their Wednesday night service. I taught about Abigail, an Old Testament woman of faith who rose above difficult circumstances to save her household from certain death. Audrey Smith gave her testimony, and the congregation interrupted her with applause several times during her talk in praise to God for His faithfulness in her life. After the service we presented Diane, the pastor's wife, with a basket of kitchen goods. Pam West prayed with one of the women, and we exchanged scarves with the women of the church. Everyone came home with full hearts. Thursday we will travel to the island community to deliver the quilts and minister to the women one-on-one. Thanks for your prayers. God is at work through us.