Comments on: anatomy of a mission(s) trip

By: kabelky online

kabelky online — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 14:23:45 +0000

Hahaha, that stuff is way too funny. I have to share that.

By: Jackie

Jackie — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:49:30 +0000

Definitely “missions” in my book.

I was blessed to be part of a missions team to Haiti almost 8 yrs ago. Our primary focus was in an orphange for kids with disabilities. Some were truly orphaned but many were abandoned because of their disabilities.

It was truly life changing. These beautiful kids are forever stamped in my mind and on my heart. Smiles, hugs and laughter know no language barrier.

I have loved being part of your missions trip. Thanks.

By: kamrie

kamrie — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 21:24:39 +0000

I am actually going to Cambodia in about a week. I am so pumped to go. Although I am not feeling up to the 30 hour plain ride. I am sure like you said it will be well worth it.

By: Kay

Kay — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 18:31:48 +0000

I’ve never travelled overseas for a mission(s) trip, but I hope to someday soon. Because we don’t live anywhere near any of our family, I’ve always hesitated to accompany my husband on his many trips and thus leave our kids stateside without anyone (family) to run to their rescue if needed. But that will all change in a couple of years.

Still, I’m looking into a trip to either Honduras, China or Brazil next year – 3 distinctly different places, huh?

My husband heads to Indonesia, Monday, so please pray for his safety, his continued preparation for the trip, and his effectiveness as he teaches pastors in Indonesia a course on – of all things – cross-cultural evangelism. He’ll be teaching at a seminary there and encouraging local pastors and missionaries too.

By: Heather

Heather — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 17:33:07 +0000

Oh Marla, I loved seeing all the pics and who you went with and can’t wait to read more about it! I have never been on a missions trip overseas or anywhere for that fact. Yes, I feel God tugging at my heart to do this. I always find the excuses of kids, time, and I hate to fly, probably one of my biggest fears. But more than that, I feel God tugging at my heart to just share, to just share with others about His greatness and His forgiveness He offers through the Blood shed of Jesus. With neighbors, with strangers, through the blog world, just share!!

By: Allison

Allison — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 17:18:46 +0000

thanks for clearing up the hand holding picture. When I looked at it I thought he was holding your foot!

By: Jen your cousin

Jen your cousin — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 15:40:18 +0000

I’ve been to Uganda, Africa and would love to go back someday soon. I miss those beautiful faces!

By: Holly B.

Holly B. — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 15:28:27 +0000

You’re right, Marla! Watch out for those Frenchmen!

By: Aaron C

Aaron C — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 15:12:32 +0000

Great pictures! Thanks for sharing your trip with us!

That radar shot of Okinawa brought back some memories! I landed there 15 years ago. Stayed two years and loved every minute of it!

By: amber

amber — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 14:31:54 +0000

I love travel/airplane/airport pictures.
But I love these even more because your faces are so so eager and happy to serve! Regardless of long layovers and nasty coffee.