Week 1

I’m sitting on my bed this morning and through my window I can see just above the trees, a Filipino flag flying.   It’s a surreal feeling for me…. yet feels perfect all at the same time.   I’ve been in the Philippines for one week and I have had the chance to experience so much already.  My first day here was a full one.  I got to join in with a children’s group that meets in the Harvell’s home.  On Saturday afternoons approx 25 children come to hear Bible Stories, learn bible verses, play games, eat snacks, etc.

  


Later in the evening on Saturday’s the Harvells host a house church.  I was blessed to stand with my new friends in the Philippines and sing, “He Knows My Name” 

I have a Maker
He formed my heart
Before even time began
My life was in his hands
I have a Father
He calls me His own
He'll never leave me
No matter where I go

He knows my name
He knows my every thought
He sees each tear that falls
And He hears me when I call

Tuesday morning I woke up to wind gusts and hard rain... My first Typhoon!  The power was out at around 7am.  Several trees were blown down and major flooding      occurred.  Thankfully the area where the Harvell's live did not have any major damage.  We were without power for 2 days.  What a way to start my first week here!

Thursday night I got to meet with an awesome group of girls.  We spent time getting to know each other, shared a snack, and played a game.  We are going to be spending time together every Thursday while I am in Manila.  I’m really looking forward to getting to know them more!

   Sara