We built friendships with our Honduran hosts at Rancho el Paraiso, the Peche villagers, and with each other.
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Our Work in Honduras
We worked side by side with the Peche villagers to build two latrines, lay cement floors in six houses, put roofs on six houses, replace chimneys in five houses, build a mud wall for one house, and have fun with the kids in Bible school.
Travels in Honduras
We flew into San Pedro Sula, and after spending the night at a nice hotel, spent the next day traveling to Tegucegalpa by motor bus and then to Jutacalpa by school bus. The roads were paved, but we quickly learned that the yellow center line was just a hint of a suggestion of where to drive. After spending the night in Jutacalpa, we continued on to Rancho el Paraiso on a mostly unpaved road with lots of potholes. While at the ranch, we rode in Land Cruisers -- 75 minutes each way to our village on a road that got bumpier as we went. Families in Honduras must use their fields for some myterious purpose because they turn their animals out on the roads. :-)
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
Be With Us
HONDURAS
MISSION TRIP
Village of Laguna Pech
July 11-19, 2008
Ron Hawkins, Pastor
Horizon Presbyterian Church
1401 E. Liberty Lane
Phoenix, AZ 85048
Phone: 480-460-1480
www.horizonchurch.com
DAILY PRAYERS
Think on These Things:
Much of what we observe is so familiar, that we overlook its significance. We say it’s only a stone, a branch, a crust of bread. Yet, we can find sacred meaning in these things. Consider that the extraordinary attributes of Jesus are compared to ordinary things.
Each day during the trip you can join the mission team to reflect on these things using this prayer guide.
The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.
Psalm 19:1 (NIV)
Consider Daily
(adapted from Rev. James Remer)
Friday, July 11 - Observations
Read John 14:1-10
“Jesus is the Way”
Going to unfamiliar territory invites companionship and direction. Pray that Jesus will have his Way with us whether we stay home or go to Honduras.
Saturday, July 12 - Prayers
Read John 6:25-35
“Jesus, the Bread of Life”
The journey requires not only food for the body but for the soul. Pray that we all may feed on Him the wholesome bread.
Sunday, July 13 - Reflections
Read John 1:7-9
“Jesus, Light of the World”
True enlightenment comes from our Creator. Pray for Jesus to light up the way.
Monday, July 14 - Petitions
Read 1Peter 2:6-10
“Jesus the Stone”
Horizon is laying foundations of friendship and faith. Pray that Christ will remain the cornerstone for all that we seek and do.
Tuesday, July 15 - Worship
Read John 1:29-34
“Jesus the Lamb”
Jesus’ example calls us to humility and service. Pray that Jesus will show us ways to lay down our lives for others.
Wednesday, July 16 - Appeal
Read John 15:1-11
“Jesus the Vine”
Beautiful friendships are forming with the Hondurans. Pray that we may stay connected to and through the Divine Vine.
Thursday, July 17 - Thoughts
Read John 10:1-10
“Jesus the Door/Gate”
Coming or going, we pass by Jesus who guides and guards. Pray for open doors to share Jesus’ love in practical ways.
Friday, July 18 - Supplication
Read John 4:7-14
“Jesus, Water of Life”
Present and eternal revival comes from God. Pray that North and Central Americans will be refreshed by the Living Water.
Saturday, July 19 - Review
Reread John 14:1-10
“Jesus the Life”
Your missionaries to Honduras saw Jesus in unique ways this past week. Pray for their safe homecoming and the commitment to show how Jesus’ life is lived out day by day.
Mission Trip
Participants
Maryellen Allbright
Matthew Brown
Kim Colquitt
Terry Cottington
Daniel Hood
Jean Hood
Wayne Hood
Chuck Jarrell
Jennifer Newell
Steve Newell
Maitland Newton
Bill Newton
Elaine Rhoades
Dana Sherf
Megan Wolverton
Alan Wolverton
MISSION TRIP
Village of Laguna Pech
July 11-19, 2008
Ron Hawkins, Pastor
Horizon Presbyterian Church
1401 E. Liberty Lane
Phoenix, AZ 85048
Phone: 480-460-1480
www.horizonchurch.com
DAILY PRAYERS
Think on These Things:
Much of what we observe is so familiar, that we overlook its significance. We say it’s only a stone, a branch, a crust of bread. Yet, we can find sacred meaning in these things. Consider that the extraordinary attributes of Jesus are compared to ordinary things.
Each day during the trip you can join the mission team to reflect on these things using this prayer guide.
The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.
Psalm 19:1 (NIV)
Consider Daily
(adapted from Rev. James Remer)
Friday, July 11 - Observations
Read John 14:1-10
“Jesus is the Way”
Going to unfamiliar territory invites companionship and direction. Pray that Jesus will have his Way with us whether we stay home or go to Honduras.
Saturday, July 12 - Prayers
Read John 6:25-35
“Jesus, the Bread of Life”
The journey requires not only food for the body but for the soul. Pray that we all may feed on Him the wholesome bread.
Sunday, July 13 - Reflections
Read John 1:7-9
“Jesus, Light of the World”
True enlightenment comes from our Creator. Pray for Jesus to light up the way.
Monday, July 14 - Petitions
Read 1Peter 2:6-10
“Jesus the Stone”
Horizon is laying foundations of friendship and faith. Pray that Christ will remain the cornerstone for all that we seek and do.
Tuesday, July 15 - Worship
Read John 1:29-34
“Jesus the Lamb”
Jesus’ example calls us to humility and service. Pray that Jesus will show us ways to lay down our lives for others.
Wednesday, July 16 - Appeal
Read John 15:1-11
“Jesus the Vine”
Beautiful friendships are forming with the Hondurans. Pray that we may stay connected to and through the Divine Vine.
Thursday, July 17 - Thoughts
Read John 10:1-10
“Jesus the Door/Gate”
Coming or going, we pass by Jesus who guides and guards. Pray for open doors to share Jesus’ love in practical ways.
Friday, July 18 - Supplication
Read John 4:7-14
“Jesus, Water of Life”
Present and eternal revival comes from God. Pray that North and Central Americans will be refreshed by the Living Water.
Saturday, July 19 - Review
Reread John 14:1-10
“Jesus the Life”
Your missionaries to Honduras saw Jesus in unique ways this past week. Pray for their safe homecoming and the commitment to show how Jesus’ life is lived out day by day.
Mission Trip
Participants
Maryellen Allbright
Matthew Brown
Kim Colquitt
Terry Cottington
Daniel Hood
Jean Hood
Wayne Hood
Chuck Jarrell
Jennifer Newell
Steve Newell
Maitland Newton
Bill Newton
Elaine Rhoades
Dana Sherf
Megan Wolverton
Alan Wolverton
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Ready to Go!!!
Our mission team got together to pack the supplies we are taking to Honduras, share a meal, and practice songs to share with our Honduran hosts. Our songs in Spanish need some work -- well, a lot of work!
We leave on July 11 and will fly to San Pedro Sula via Houston. Everyone is excited!
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