Hi parents!

Day 1 is in the books and we were definately blessed! Our group went to an organization called 'operation breakthrough,' a daycare for underprivelaged children. our morning started by watching a DVD that described the ministry - what they do and who they do it for. It was shocking to hear some of the stories of the children that attend this daycare facility - 20% of the children we spend time with this week are homeless or live in abandoned housing. The other 80% survive in standards far below the poverty level.

God is already using us in amazing ways and we anticipate much more! It was awesome to see the students jump in right away and build relationships with the children at operation breakthrough. The smiles on their faces alone is evidence that God is at work.

Keep praying for us. Pray that students would experience great relationships, the joy of serving others, and a new found sense of awe an wonder for God!

Enjoy the picture above. It's our crew (all third church students/leaders along with our new friends from Colorado springs, CO).

Blessings,
Matt