Ivanrest Impact Ministries – Guatemala

Hola Carmen!!
Espero que te diviertas en Guatemala. Este viaje será una buena experencia de pracitcar tu español y compartir tu fe cristiana! Que bien!!!

Lindsey,

Just thinking about you and praying for you as you leave today. Know that God goes before you and behind you. I pray for health and good weather and that you will have an eternal impact on the people you serve. Praying for you, Karen Zoodsma

AAAHHH PUNTO! I miss you my ping pong friend! We have to play that soon. After you get back of course! I miss you so much and I can’t wait to hear all your stories [Guatemala related and not ] I hope that you stay safe and dont forget me! Let bake some cookies when you get back!!! Love you friend!

Hi Lindsey Lou,
Oh, I wish I could talk to you and
hear all about how you are doing!I
can’t wait to hear how God is using
you to share the gospel of Jesus
Christ! We are all praying for you
and for entire team to be safe, healthy
and strong. We know that we serve an
awesome God and that through him
miracles happen everyday. Keep your
eyes on Jesus and we will continue
to lift you up in prayer!
We Love you!
Bill,Lisa,Lauren and Olivia

Hi Lindsey,
I just wanted to let you know that we are praying for you and know that God will be there with you and use you in mighty ways! We look forward to hearing all the great stories from Guatemala this trip and we are praying for your health and safety. Have a great week! Nancy Kroeze

Lindsey:
I can’t wait to see the pictures of all that you are doing in Guatemala to serve God by serving others! We’ll be praying that He will give you great JOY on this journey–that it will overflow to all those around you.

“God sees us with the eyes of a Father. He sees our defects, errors, and blemishes. But He also sees our value. What did Jesus know that enabled Him to do what He did? Here is part of the answer. He knew that each human being is a treasure. And because He did, people were not a source of stress but a source of joy.”
From In the Eye of the Storm

Know that you are surrounded by great treasures!
God bless you,
Lynette
Take care of your girls!

1 Chronicles 28:9
Serve Him with wholehearted devotion.

Hey Hey!!
Whats up girl!! I hope everything is going well!! Ill continue to pray for you!! I hope the internet gets on soon… haah i know how much you hate being without the internet just kidding! Your in my prayers!!
Nate

Hi Lindsey,It is fun to read about your experiences and other people’s reactions. Lots of prayers are being offered on your behalf, ours included. For you and the whole team. We know you are experiencing the presence and love of God in lots of new ways. May that encourage you in what you all are doing. Get your rest (at least try!!). We miss you and love you. Can’t wait to see you next week and hear all about it. Love, Grandma and Grandpa De Vries.

Hi Lindsey,
We hope all is going good in Guatemala and that
you have caught up on your sleep. Enjoy reading
about your work there and know what you are doing. We are thinking about you and praying
that you all stay safe and healthy. We love
you and look forward to hearing about your
experience. Love,Grandma and Grandpa VanderWel

Well, your brother already stole what i was going to say…haha im just kididng. I just wanted to wish you a safe rest of the trip and let you know that im praying for ya and hoping that you are having a great time and enjoying a new culture and also making the best of an opportunity to spread the word.

AAHH! I just realized something but I can’t write it! I’ll tell you when you get home tuesday! YAY! I know that you aren’t excited but I am. I can’t wait to see your beautiful face and tell you all the stories I have! AHH! I just smile when I think of all the good times in gym class. Best class ever!! Awe, I miss you and rach like crazy! We have to hang out alot when you get home ok?? Ok. I’ll force you to. lol.
Love you and praying for you!

p.s dont get eaten

Hi Lindsey, I am Larry Molegraaf’s wife, and part of my job while he is in Guatemala with your group is to pray for all of you. So I have been praying that you will all stay healthy, that the weather will hold out so that you can get the houses built, and that you will build relationships with some of the people ther. Most of all I pray that you will see how powerfully the Lord will use the work of your hands there. You are bringing honor to Him through your workk, and He will bless you for it. Mary Molegraaf

Hi Lindsey Lou
Hey! We have finally heard from you
guys via Kevin calling Kristy here
last night. It sounds like you all
are doing very well and that you
were able to get accomplished what
you needed to and much more. It
sounds like an interesting ride
back home and I’m wondering if
you were in that van or not? All
good details to find out later.
We love and miss you and will
continue to pray that you mission
will continue to unfold just as
God has it planned! Take Care!
The Van Dykens

P.S OPPPS,I spelled GOOD wrong,My Bad!!!

Hola Lindsey:
Hope all is well with you. The pictures look like you are all surviving. I have been praying for you and this group. May you let God use you in your own personal way to reach out to these people and let the love of God be shown to them. Look forward to hearing all the amazing experiences from this trip.
Your prayer partner,
Sheri Jurgens

Hi Lindsey,
It is so fun to begin to hear a few of the stories. I know that there are so many more and we can’t wait to hear them! I pray that as the mission changes for tonight and tomorrow that you will let God use your special gifts. It is amazing listening to Hermano Jesus preach and to feel the Holy Spirit as it comes down on the village. I pray that you stay safe and have a great time!
Kristy Van Wyhe

Lindsey:
Know that we are praying for the team as you continue your work in Guatemala. The pictures are awesome–it was fun to see your work and the smiles on your faces. It got me thinking about Mr. Adema’s talk/presentation at your graduation on how the human body works together and how it is like Christ’s body: the video of the one heart cell pumping by itself–and then when other heart cells were added and touched, they all beat together in perfect harmony. That must be what this trip is like–hearts “sold out” and all working for God in unity and able to accomplish so much more together than they ever could on their own. It’s cool to see that in action in Team Guatemala!
God bless you,
The Dooleys

Colossians 3:12-14
Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.

Hi Linds!! Well, your week is winding down and I can’t tell you how excited I am to see you and also to hear your stories. The pictures are just incredible but leave me wanting more detail!! I can tell already that this has been the experience of a life time and I am so inspired and proud of how you have touched those precious lives! God has to be smiling and proud too that you would so willingly be His messsanger of His amazing love and grace! Have a wonderful last day and we will be waiting for you on Tuesday!!! Love you bunches…mom

Hi Lindsey! Grandpa and I cannot wait to see you and hear all about your experiences. You are in our thoughts and prayers continuously. We centainly enjoy seeing the pictures. Be safe and know that you are loved much! See you soon, Grandma DeVries

I’m alive..
haha..actually i am doing amazing! this is the best trip i have ever been on and me and chad are planning on losing our passports so we dont have to leave…ok ok..i’ll be home tomorrow..
This country is the most beautiful country i have ever seen.
ok. so wed-fri we were at la bendicion building our house (i am an AMAZING! builder..) The family we were building for was amazing as well. they were so helpful and fun and crazy! they had 7 boys and a one year old girl. im going to be betrothed to their oldest one..Marlon..ya..
sat and sun we went to a plantation and old village. we played with the kids and handed out medication. then we showed the jesus video and brought a lot of people to Christ. I won’t get into all the spiritual stuff right now because i am at Mcdonalds using the internet and other people need to use it. but you can definitely feel God’s presence in this area like i have never felt it before.
ok! i have to go! thanks for your prayers and thoughts! i will leave a more updated post when i get home tomorrow!!
LOVE LINDSEY!

I am SO glad to hear from YOU! I am praying that you are well with no infections. You know me, always the Nurse and the Grandma. See you soon. Love, Grandma DeVries