Medical Mission

Early tomorrow morning I leave on my first adventure beyond the USA. It's a medical mission trip with members of my regional church (Rocky Mountain Conference, UCC) and the Disciples of Christ. For 15 years we've been in relationship with the UEPV (Evangelical Pentecostal Union of Venezuela)--we've had more than 20 trips together. This time, 11 of us will travel to join with them for various medical clinics in rural areas.

I ask prayers for this time--for me, for my colleagues, for our churches, for the individuals we'll meet. Prayers for open hearts and open spirits, that we all may grow together. Thank you in advance.

Venezuelan Medical Mission Trip

a very basic outline of our “flexible” itinerary (with open space for “as needed”)

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

Denver, Colorado, USA àMaracaibo, Venezuela

Thursday

Get acquainted with UEPV (Unión Evangélica Pentecostal Venezolana), our partner denominationàteam orientation

Friday

            MaracaiboàPortuguesa, worship at dedication of new church

Saturday

            Medical clinic at Mountain of Zion Church (no hospital in community)

            Worship at Los Maria Church and celebrate pastor’s 80^th birthday

Sunday

            Medical clinic at Peritu at Betty’s House

            Worship and dedication of another new church

Monday

            àBarquisimeto

Tuesday

            àMaracaibo

Wednesday

            àWayuu (indigenous community) clinic and ceremonies

Thursday

            TBA

Friday, October 14, 2011

            MaracaiboàDenver