Team members reflect

Today wrapped up the last day of our clinics, totaling 1,007 patients over the course of our trip. We are floored by this number but then again, it is a great reminder of God's power and how he can work through his people. Together we have laughed and cried, been tested and challenged, and through it all we sweated-a lot! Everyone is ending the day with multiple kairos moments, a term we have been using to describe a time where God was extremely present. Let me share a few with you from over the course of our clinics...

"Events at the O.R. were especially exciting as three to four members of our group came and went to observe and assist with surgeries.  It was a great blessing to see everyone working together and using tools under the instruction of Dr. Dan. The last procedure did not finish until the sun had set.  The patient began thanking us and immediately jumped up and gave Dr. Dan a hug just as we finished his bandage. It was beautiful to see a small glimpse into how God can bless lives and bring joy." -Patrick 

Seeing ordinary people step out of their comfort zone (me and others).  Finding stamina, energy and calm beyond what we feel we have inside of ourselves.  Definely God inside, our heart, giving us wisdom in our souls and his light shinning through our eyes...   He is amazing... Love this team. And the Haitian people...  Jackie 

Working in Haiti is about as far removed from Irvine as a person can get. We have become masters of improvisation...cleaning and treating wounds on grassy slopes, creating sun shades from shower curtains and rigging up triage stations...not to mention the creative methods we have found for transporting our supplies! Though we are tired, we have managed to find the extra energy to keep going...looking forward to sharing our stories with all of you when we return...Sarah G