Monthly Archives: March 2011

No more…

It’s hard to believe, but it’s been one full week now since we arrived back in the States from Romania. We’ve all been adjusting to the time change, the jet lag, the schedule and the reverse culture shock. No more … Continue reading

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Kidz Romania needs you!

We’ve been home for a week now, and yet, the ministry continues back in Romania. Tamara, Gratzi, Marius, Jan and the rest of the team are still there, still need support, still need your prayers. The need is still great, … Continue reading

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Home Again, Home Again

Jiggity Jig. Or at least that’s how I think it goes. And as hard as it is to believe, we are back in the States. For now. This has truly been an amazing experience for all of us, and I … Continue reading

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Lightning Bugs and Mountains

Thursday morning we split up into two teams to help make crafts with preschoolers. We went to something GradiniČ›as Licurici, which literally means “Lightning Bug Preschool.” They were such a precious group of five and six year olds, and we … Continue reading

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In the Sunrise

written by Stephanie Blevins As I reflect back on this trip, I realize that my “God moments” started before we even stepped off the plane. During our quest on Air France, the first seven hours were in complete darkness. It … Continue reading

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I Love Romania!

This is Liz writing a quick thought before going to bed here at the PeleČ™i grounds that are absolutely beautiful! Since my arrival here in Romania, God has filled my heart with such joy and compassion for people. There have … Continue reading

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Bucharest Christian Academy and the Briefest History of Romania

And now, back to your regularly scheduled programming. Did you know Tuesday was Mother’s Day in Romania? I believe it’s actually a Women’s Month, which honors mothers, aunts, grandmothers and sisters. We left our tea in a hurry to Bucharest … Continue reading

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My First Ladies’ Tea

Tuesday, March 8 Today we split up into two teams of Evangel/VFCC members. Six of us went out to host a women’s tea, and the rest to a village for a children’s program. I went with the tea, so I … Continue reading

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Compassion is…

Monday, March 8 Buckle up – this is a long one. It feels as though we’ve been here for two weeks. Monday morning started with both teams in full swing. Jan put a jacket on Reepi and headed to the … Continue reading

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Our First Full Day

Well, we survived our first day, thanks to your prayers, and the grace and strength of God. We ate a quick breakfast (I, the breakfast of champions – bread with bananas and nutella with a strong espresso), then packed up … Continue reading

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