Our second day of clinic... ROCKIN' AWESOME!
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| Waiting area outside of pharmacy... no mob! |
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| Triage/Check-In... there's no line wrapping around the table. |
After a little fine tuning, the clinic definitely flowed today. Everyone seemed to have a spring in their step. Sure, it was still hot... and sure, we were all sweating buckets, but you got the impression that everyone had a really great day.
I'm also noticing the bond that is beginning to form between our team and the Colombian people, especially with our translators. Mornings begin with handshakes and hugs... evenings conclude with more handshakes, hugs, and "Ciao". There's a warmth I feel when interacting with them... a connection that goes straight to my heart. It's beautiful. Thank you God for calling me to this place.
Today, another 200 people received treatment from the clinic. WOO HOO!
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| John and Rich observing Dr. Van Dyken perform extraction. After watching a couple of them, John even tried his hand at one! |
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| Karen assisting Dr. Slezak with eye surgery. |
This trip has provided many people on the team with an opportunity to do something that might be outside of their normal routine. For example, the physician extenders (non-doctors) got to actually assist in providing treatment; giving shots, assisting in surgery, pulling teeth, etc. From what I hear, those involved found it to be a great learning experience. Several of the physician extenders are pre-med students so this trip is providing them with an opportunity to get an inside look on how a dentist pulls a tooth or how an ophthalmologist performs eye surgery… before they even get to dental school, med school, etc. What an amazing experience!
As the clinic was wrapping up, you could see that everyone was pretty wiped out. Several of us were sitting in the hallway when Ronald busted out a guitar and started playing Flamenco music. The next thing I saw was Twinky flipping open her fan and starting to dance. It made us all come alive! I’m always in awe how something so simple can have such a profound impact. The same can be said about trusting in the Lord… while it may not be easy, letting go and letting God take control brings an incredible sense of freedom and peace.Prayer Requests…
- That the team maintains the same level of enthusiasm for serving the Lord
- For continual growth and bonding between the team and the Colombian people
- For those who made appointments on Saturday (first clinic day) and haven’t been seen yet, allow them to find the comfort in knowing we care for them
great job Jon!!! and all the other students that were able "to do" things!! it is exciting!!
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Dear Eric M.,
ReplyDeleteI am at school and Mrs. Neff is typing this for me. Today is the 100th day of school. I miss you. Love, Alex
Way to go team! It is amazing to see "the body" serving and so many people being loved and cared for.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely not surprised that my lovely husband whipped out his guitar and nonchalantly played a flamenco song. That's my man!!! :P Sounds like you all are having a great time. Do you suppose that more people can get the chance to write on the blog and post pictures? Just wondering??
ReplyDeleteThanks Joy...I ditto that! MB:)
ReplyDeleteGreat job guys. We are very happy that things are going well over there. We are praying for you all the way from Brazil. God bless you!
ReplyDeleteThanks for your prayers Junior. Even though you are not here in Colombia, you are part of the team for backing us up with prayers to the Almighty. Hugs miss u.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your letter MaryBeth! I was certainly not expecting such a nice surprise from my beautiful mother in love. I wish you could be here in my pocket so I could give you cheese as big as your body. (inside joke from letter). Love you very much as well and thanks for putting us in your prayers. I am very excited about the whole team. I love each one of the members of this wonderful group, and I will certainly continue to pray for them after this mission is over.
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ReplyDeleteThanks for your words Joy! Miss u.
ReplyDeleteSince minute one, I had a great connection when interacting with the medical team and the Colombian people. I love each one of the moments God allows me to encourage others. Many of the members of the team are asking for you… It would be nice to have some flute to jam with the guitar :D
I can’t wait to see you again.
Forever yours,
Ron
This is Ricardo silva from Brazil. Just wanted mention that you guys make any Christian (including me) be honored to be part of this huge family. Keep up the amazing work. Ronald I am so happy seeing you being part of one more missionary trip and being used by God for His praise. Love you all
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