Ivanrest Impact Ministries – Guatemala


Chadwick Jurgens

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Hi Chad,
So you get to represent your family on this trip! That’s really exciting. Work hard and play hard while you are there. I’ll be at home praying for the team, that you will stay healthy, and see the Lord work in and through you this week.
Mary Molegraaf

Comment by Mary Molegraaf

Chad!
Wow I remember reading these when I first got to Guatemala and thinking about all the poor losers back at home following everything from phone calls and computers. Now I’m one of those losers. You will love it down there man its amazing. One of the best experiences of my life. I can’t wait to see what you come back with man it will be sweet. I kinda miss you already man, stay safe, dont drink the water! Sanitize your hands as much as possible! Well Ill talk to you later man see ya.

Comment by Jordan Greiner

Hi Chad,
Not sure when you will get this but whenever you do just know there are a lot of people praying for the entire team and me specifically for you. I have been and will be praying for you all the time. I pray all is going well and can’t wait to hear all the stories. Give my daughter a hug for me if you would. :) God Bless!

Comment by Joel Berens

Chad! I miss you man I’m so lonely without you! Erg I really wish I was there with you man! I hope you guys have energy to get everything done! You are awesome man and I cannot wait to hear what you have to bring home! Love you buddy!
-Jordan

Comment by Jordan Greiner

Chad:
First, Blake went to Guatemala, then your Dad, then your Mom…then they went back two times (or more)…and now it is YOUR turn!!!! We’re excited for you: until now it has only been their stories and pictures. Now it is real for you, too! Know that we are praying that God will make this a personal experience for you. Try not to make it what you think it was for them. God has a plan for YOU there–things that only YOU can do and people only YOU can touch! Listen to God’s prompting and look for opportunities to be used for Him. Know that you would not be there unless it was His plan; He wants to use you to love others for Him, and He wants you to see Him in ways that you just couldn’t here in Grandville. How cool is that?!
God bless you,
The Dooleys

Psalm 35:27 LB
“No mere man has ever seen, heard or even imagined what wonderful things God has ready for those who love the Lord.”

Comment by Lynette Dooley

hey buddy hope your having a good time, stay away from lindsey.

Comment by Josh Vander Wel

Hi Chad,
Hope all is well and things are going smoothly. Praying for you all the time. Take care.
Lexy’s Dad

Comment by Joel Berens

Chad!
Miss ya at work this week. Hope we taught you how to build in the little time that we worked together. Praying for you as you share the good news tomorrow on dedication day. Don’t leave anything back from your team or the Guatemalan people. Take it easy!

Comment by Kevin Vanden Bosch

Chad,

Praying for you this week, that your heart will be touched in a special way as well as the people that you meet. We pray for health, strength and good weather so that you can get everything accomplished.
Mrs. Zoodsma

Comment by Karen Zoodsma

hey chad. It’s me and Teen, hope all is going well. Praying for you back home and hoping that the work of the LORD is being done through you and the others and that all shortcomings remain short and resolved. Continue to hold hope in Him and may your work bear fruit. Also, if you’re playing euchre w/ Kevin don’t let him get too cocky : ) Mom and Dad say hi and miss you tons!

Comment by Blake and Tina

Chad,

I’m praying for you. Hopefully you are enjoying a tremendous experience and both you and the Guatamalan people are experiencing God first hand.

Bruce Born

p.s. – keep an eye on Eric…

Comment by Bruce Born

Hey Chad, It’s your turn. After hearing so much through the years, how cool that you can be there. I know you are enjoying the plan God has for you, and that He is using you to make a difference. I pray for your team, and the whole group as you have faced delays and tiredness, but God works it all out (even a visiting rat!). Enjoy the clinic days, it is great fun playing with the kids. Stay healthy, and feel God’s love all around you. Lynn

Comment by Lynn McInnis

Hola Chad:
Just got done looking at all the pictures. Looks like your enjoying it even though you’re all probably very tired. Chad, we miss you and have been praying for health and that you will have your own personal experience where you let God use the gifts that He has given you. Don’t be afraid to step out of your box when you feel God nudging you or maybe hitting you over the head. Love the pictures of you with the kids. The love and attention you give them they will probably never forget. Look forward to hearing your personal stories and how you saw God working this week. The week is always filled with so many God sightings. Remember not to bite your nails(had to get that in just one more time ha ha!). We miss you and we love you tons!!!!
Love Mom and Dad

Comment by Mom and Dad

HOLA chad I love you, DAD. Awsome pics of you and the kids. You look like your having a blast. Remember God sent you on this trip for a reason. Open your eyes and ears as you see him working in your life. Act on that nudge when you feel it and you will be blessed from it. Im proud of you and love ya tons, DAD

Comment by Alan Jurgens

Hi Chad, been thinking about you and praying for you lots. Love the pictures, I’m sure the kids are having a blast with you. When I see your pics, you remind me so much of your Dad when he was your age! = ) Of course, you are way more mature than he was!! Praying God will continue to bless you with good health and lots of opportunities to show His love to the beautiful people of Guatemala. Lots of love, A. Andrea

Comment by Andrea Pohler

Chad:
We LOVED the pictures and can tell that God is using you to show His love to others. That is SO cool. Your heart will be changed. Who knows? It may even mean that you will get tears in your eyes when you share about this experience (like your Dad)…. That’s okay, I know how THAT goes…been there done that just listening to the stories. Just know that I’ll have a box of Kleenex ready when you guys tell about your trip during church. If you need a tissue, just let me know!
We continue to pray!
God bless you,
The Dooleys

Psalm 139:17-18
How precious to me are your thoughts, O God! How vast is the sum of them! Were I to count them, they would outnumber the grains of sand. When I awake, I am still with You.

Comment by Lynette Dooley

Chadddd! i hope you’re having a great time in Guatemala, i looked at the pictures, it looks like a lot of fun. well i just wanted to let you know i’m thinking about you and praying for ya bud!
-Emilee

Comment by Emilee Cnossen

Chad,
It was so much fun looking at the pictures and seeing your smiling face as you were playing with the kids! You have been in my prayers this week as you have stepped out of your comfort zone and into God’s will. I pray that you will see the many gifts and talents He has given you, be put to use. Have fun tonight and tomorrow!
Love, Kristy

Comment by Kristy Van Wyhe

Chadders!
We are enjoying looking at all the pictures. You look like you are having a great time. Two days and you will be back home. We miss you a ton and can’t wait to hear about all your amazing stories. See you Tuesday and we love you so much and are so proud of you!
Love,
Mom and Dad

Comment by Alan Jurgens

Hi Chad!
I hope your trip is going well
Your little cool brother,
Logan

Comment by Alan Jurgens

Dude! More great news! I’m not going to be in ft wayne now so theres a pretty good possibility youll see me in that air port!!!

Comment by Jordan Greiner

hi all,
sorry i havent been able to write. \we havent at internet and im in a internet cafe in mcdonalds right now. I dont have long but i wanted to say thanks for yours prayers and the trip has been amazing. I cant wait to come back and tell you our stories. I love you all!\
Chad

Comment by Chad

Hi Chad!
You won’t believe this but grandma is writing with mom’s help on the computer. Hope you’re well. Pray for you everyday. Can’t wait to see you Tuesday night. Have a safe trip home.
Lots of Love,
Grandma and Grandpa Ulberg

Comment by Grandma Ulberg

Hey Chad,
Sounds like things got a bit crazy. I am glad you are in the safety of God all the time. We need you all home safe now, so safe travels and we will be praying for you every minute until 8:30 when you all step off the bus. :) Give Lex a hug for me. Can’t wait to hear all the stories!!

Comment by Joel Berens




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