We have been home for over a week now...back to work, our families, and our everyday life. But for all of us, things are just a little bit different. We have come home revitalized, with a renewed purpose and spirit. We bring home a bit of El Salvador with us- the families, the children, the masons, the language, the food, and our new friendships with each other. These are the thoughts of the trip from our group:
Gayle- I enjoyed being part of the team and sharing this great journey with everyone. Looking forward to the reunion!!
Mel- It was such a blessing to spend another week in El Salvador, building friendships, homes and hope. Me encanta la gente de El Salvador!
Meg- I’m thankful for the opportunity to meet some amazing people and make new friends, all while doing God’s work. I feel like I brought a little piece of El Salvador home with me.
Jane- It was a time of faith, family and fun...to spend with our brother and sisters in Christ. What a great experience that we all touched each others lives...and spread little of God’s love throughout El Salvador.
Paul- It was a time of building relationships, homes, community, friendships, faith, team, memories and hope at the Villa Esperanza and now back home at Christ Church.
Laurie- Villa Esperanza offers more dirt, sweat, good food and fun than anyone could possibly imagine...
Brad- I had a fantastic time. The Salvadorians were/are incredible people. Between that and the evolving friendships; we all built a lot more than just homes.
Al- Words cannot convey the experiences, friendships, the emotions, the love that was given by the wonderful people of El Salvador. It was truly a life changing adventure that I will never forget. God bless to all of my new friends both here and there for taking care of the old guy. I hope that when you look at an outdoor septic tank and drainage ditch you’ll remember me.
Kevin- I am thankful for the opportunity to travel to a different part of the world to build relationships, make new friends, work hard, and in the process enable families to purchase decent and affordable houses.
Diane- The experience was so much more rewarding the second time around...I felt like I was going to visit family. The smiles and hugs and love are felt through the language barrier. It was great to share the experience with some of my dearest friends, and I enjoyed the new ones I made along the way. See you next year, El Salvador!
Gracias a todos por su apoyo y oraciones!
