Monday, June 20, 2011

Sus Dei!

Sus Dei (Hello)!
It has been a busy week here for us. We started bible studies, art, and fitness time at the girls shelter- or simply just building relationships there. Definitely my favorite part. This relationship-building would think to be difficult with language barrier but there have been some really cool moments. I even got a note from one of the girls that translated as - will you be my sister and come back next year, i love you and miss you already- ya did not imagine how loving they'd be. They are so in need of love and truth. Or to know that they are beautiful (which they are so gorgeous) but they all want to be white. Last night, it poured rain and we danced in the rain with them to American and Khmer rap music. It was incredible. And by the way- it rains/pours everyday as well as remain hot so that's no surprise we were in the rain.
We have also partnered some with YWAM ministries going out to a village teaching kids the bible and doing home visits. And training church leaders on Saturdays- the first one went well. They are so passionate, willing, and eager for a better understanding of the Bible. It has been hard getting used to the schedule but there are many cool opportunities.

Please keep praying for us to remain faithful and excited about being here in every moment; for a better understanding of our purpose here, and us to be able to really build some solid relationships.

Thanks ya'll!
Brittany Faye

Saturday, June 11, 2011

in Cambodia!! ....

Hey ya'll!
So after much traveling, I have made it finally to Cambodia. So much to see and it has been wonderful so far. We have been getting to know the culture and our host missionary, Jeni is super amazing and helpful. We finally just moved into our home at a local YWAM base and start teaching tonight at the girls shelter! So please pray for that.

We have been learning about the Khmer Rouge including touring the genocide museum and how that is still affecting the people of Cambodia. There has been some heavy stuff but really encouraged when we toured all the ministries we will help with. Also, the people here are so welcoming and friendly. Yesterday we had quite an adventure around town on our bicycles getting to know the town and today went to a Khmer church which was an amazing experience through hearing the gospel transcend cultures.

There's my short update for now...