February is child outreach month for us.  This week we are hosting a Vacation Bible Time in a nearby park.

We went door-to-door with invitations Saturday, Sunday, and Monday.  We took our time getting to know people and handed out about 100 invitations.

Tuesday morning the Lopez family arrived from Las Piedras.  (They are a missionary family originally from Peru, and are assisting the BWM ministry in Las Piedras.)  Tuesday night we were all set to kick off the event, but were utterly rained out.  Wednesday evening we saw a break in the clouds.  For about 45 minutes we were able to sing songs, tell a portion of the Wordless Book, and play some games.  Then once again the rain struck.  Craft time and Snack time did not happen.

Tonight, we will see what the Lord has in store for us.  Because of being rained out on Tuesday, we are planning to extend our VBT an extra day into Friday.

Please pray that the children will come regardless of the wet weather, and that we will have some good opportunities to tell them about the Gospel.

UPDATE:

Thursday, we were able to have VBT once again.  We had 43 children show up with several parents watching from the sidelines!  The evening went smoothly and once again the Gospel was given.  This means we now have around 30 families to follow up, and to see if they are willing to have Bible studies in their homes.  Praise the Lord!

Friday, we were completely rained out, and our helpers leave in the morning to return to their ministry in Las Piedras.  It has been a huge blessing to have the Lopez family with us this week.  It turned a dreary rainy week, into one of laughter and fellowship.

We may try to have a final outreach Saturday afternoon, but with a reduced program.  As of right now, Saturday morning, this does not look promising due to a continual persistent rain.

Because of the rain, 530 people were evacuated in the region around the river earlier this week.  Two people, that we are having Bible studies with, may see their houses flooded today.  I plan to go and check on them a little later this morning.

Never a dull moment on the mission field even in spite of the rain!

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