This final entry is being written after we arrived back in Muskegon. It is rewarding to me to reflect on Saturday and Sunday and see how God works, even when the “work” is supposedly done. Here is the final recap:
Saturday went pretty much the way the schedule from Friday’s post stated it. We ate breakfast and the Merge staff led a debrief asking questions that caused the students to reflect and consider their experiences on this trip, apply it to their lifestyles when back in Muskegon, and challenged them to be part of the small percentage who actually live out what they experienced.
Cleaning the Seminary in record time was motivated by the incentive of more time at the Mercado. I do not believe the site has ever been cleaned as quickly, and as well, as accomplished by our kids.
Soccer shirts, blankets, and vanilla seemed to be the big hits at the Mercado, along with a trip to the second floor (a meat market rather different than Meijers).
One more lunch at Pollo Loco’s before heading out of town. We did celebrate our second birthday of the trip for Holly Jantz, minus the Saltillo tradition!! The return trip back to McAllen ended up being as “uneventful” as getting to Saltillo was “eventful”. Dale Lusk led us again. No stops by the policia or military, short lines, and helpful border agents on both sides, made for an “on time” arrival in McAllen.
The kids had some well deserved “rest” time at the pool before we met for a final debrief, consisting of worship in song, personal experiences, and Brian’s challenge to use the freedom that God has given us to serve and glorify Him. We were even joined by two women, volunteers for the Hurricane Dolly relief team who sang with us, listened, and reflected on what INCREDIBLE kids our team was made up of. They left each team member with a gift of a bracelet stamped with one of the fruits of the Spirit, which just happened to have been our theme for the week. God is with us, even in the details!!!!
Sunday was spent driving, flying, and riding some more and approximately 1:00 am Monday we said hello to our loved ones. Thanks again to all of the volunteers who drove, provided food, and prayed for us. Brian and I would also thank those who kept up to date on our trip through this blog.
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