By various modes of transportation our group has made it to Biloxi. Probably like a couple others in our congregation family, I have received regular updates and haven’t had to rely only on the blog to stay connected to our special group.

I find myself clinging to my cell phone waiting to hear my girls’ voices – not so much because I miss them – and be assured I do, but because I get so excited about the latest update. They have each had different things to tell Terry and me. Each little detail has been a blessing for me.

The most amazing blessing of all, an incredible realization for me, is that we belong to an entire congregation of believers who are continually doing awesome things in God’s name. Our congregation has been praying for months as this trip was planned and now that you’re there, we are still home praying for all of you and your work.

You will touch lives and lives will touch you. Each one of you has special gifts to share with the people of Biloxi. Those of us back home in WA are supporting your every effort and mission. I pray that each hand you shake, each meal you serve, each yard you clear, each home you help restore will be according to God’s plan. Faith took you to Biloxi and will sustain you while you’re there.

I thank Cross and Crown for making this trip possible for 22, and I especially thank 20 for embracing our girls and allowing them to be with you. I'm still clinging to my cell phone. The Lord be with you all.
Jody