Friday

Today was wonderful. We went to a new school called Jesus of Nazareth. The principal is a lovely woman with unmatched passion and love. She is truly an inspiration. Her school has pre-k thru 7th grade. After some jump rope competitions, we performed both of our dramas, which the kids loved. We split up into the 5 different classes. I was in the older class with the 6th and 7th graders. With the help of a translator, we shared a little about who we are, our families, our schools, and what God has done in our lives. After, I sneaked into the pre-k class to help with lunch. They were so precious. I picked up a little girl who looked sad. At first she was a little tense. I pulled out the ultimate icebreaker, my iPhone, and took a picture of her. When I showed it to her, she brightened up and pointed to it saying it was her. After that she snuggled into me. When I had to leave, she started to cry which of course made me cry. They served us a delicious lunch of soup, rice, beef,and potatoes. After lunch, we go to play with the kids more. Our Congo line quickly turned into running in circles until someone falls. We left the school and returned to the church for a couple hours rest.
Tonight we had two awesome opportunities. One was to help lead a youth service at a foursquare church led by Pastor Samuel. The other was to attend the 19th anniversary of the Pentecost of Avivamiento, the largest church in South America. Due to strong relationships with both pastors, we divided the group, sending pastor Cody and 2 students with Pastor Samuel and the rest of us attending Avivamiento.
Avivamiento is one of those experiences that is nearly impossible to explain. 3 1/2 hours, over 25,000 people, ear drum bursting music, jumping, dancing, flag waving, and the Holy Spirit flowing unhindered. It was incredible. First, worship, then healing, salvation call, offering, communion, and the message. Sadly, my translator headset died before worship ended so I didn't catch much of what was said. Pastor Ricardo spoke on Isaiah 43:19. They sang Let it Rain in Spanish which was powerful. Of course, it all ended with our trip on stage where Pastor Ricardo laid hands on us and we quickly found the floor. So crazy, even for my 4th trip to Aviva.
Fantastic day. Looking forward to tomorrow!! Pray for rest and divine appointments.


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Location:Carrera 50,Bogotá,Colombia

We are here!!

Hello from Bogota!! We made it safe and sound! Thank you for all your prayers. We only had one minor delay. Tomorrow we start bright and early at a school we haven't been to before. We may attend a youth service at Avivemiento tomorrow night. So excited to finally be here!! And the wifi is a little spotty here at the church. So I'll post as often as I can. ~ Elisabeth
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Location:Carrera 50,Bogotá,Colombia