Team Ouagoudogou

John Almendinger

John Almendinger, Yvaonne Craven, Kathleen Mulvahill, Stacy Brenes, Jenna Diefenbacher, Eric Holtz.  Although we are not roofers we are installing a tin roof. Quite surprisingly all is going very well.  We probably will be finished with our project by Friday.  Our homeowners Sam and Eva are wonderful people to know and a plus for me is that Sam is a banjo player.  He and his band actually played for our group Tuesday, Culture night.  I now have the opportunity to play guitar with him at lunch time. Thank you to all our BBPC friends for you prayers and support.  You are here with us. 

Stacy Brenes

What I've go to say (about the trip) is nothing new and is probably something you all have heard.  But being here is inspiring.  It reminds you of the way life should be.  You go to bed knowing htat you tried your best, and are filled with hope for the day to come.  You wake up, filled with the spirit of confidence and determination to get through whatever task you face.  The nature that engulfs you reminds you of God's glory and perfection.  It reminds you that he;s given you a purpose.

Being her reminds you of suffering and sorrow; but it reaches you that faith, joy and love triumphs over it all.