Wednesday, February 15: We started our day at the church with a prayer of dedication by one of the elders of the church. We could sense our work wrapping up as there were only a few columns left to pour. It had rained in the early morning so we had a few clouds for a slight reprieve from the heat. By early afternoon, the last of the columns were poured. We picked up a late lunch on our way back to the Hotel Cambri and spent some time enjoying a little sun at a nearby beach and at the hotel pool.
In the evening we headed back to the church for goodbyes and a dedication service. Only God could help form such special relationships in such a short time that includes a language barrier and cultural differences.
We ended our time together singing, “Our Friends May you Grow in Grace” for them. We left the church knowing this hard-working, loving group of church members will continue not only finishing the structure of the church, but will utilize this church to welcome new members and to help spread the love of Christ.
Thursday, February 16: Day Out! We were able to enjoy some of God’s beautiful creation as our day consisted of hiking to a beautiful waterfall and stream, swimming in the water around it and time at a nearby beach. We were treated to seafood on the beach, which was a real luxury for us Iowans!
We ended our day with a stop at a small local souvenir shop and supper at some food trucks near the ocean.
In the evening Steve Brauning led us in some trivia about Resonate Global Mission and the Dominican Republic. Our time ended with a wrap up discussion, devotions and prayer.
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