We left for the airport and some last minute sight seeing of Shanghei at 10:15am.
On our last day in Shanghei we saw lots of fog from the tallest buidling in the city. It was still a good experience.
We then headed to the airport, got all checked in through security and boarded our plane 25minutes late. After we boarded we where informed that we would have a delay due to the weather. We sat on the plane from 3:30 until 6:30 pm when we finally took off for our 14 hour flight to Chicago. All I know is that the Father answers prayer for safe travel. He kept us safe and on the ground until the time was right.
We landed in Chicago and instead of having a 4hr layover we had 1.5 hours to make it through US customs, getting lugage, security, checking lugage for Houston and then to the final destination.
Thank you for all of the prayers that have been lifted up on our behalf over the last 12 days. We could feel the presence of the Father each and everyday. Many times we needed to feel that presence in a dark land.
Blessing!
Jimmie
http://picasaweb.google.com/jimmieo3/ChinaDays1011
Sunday, August 3, 2008
Saturday, August 2, 2008
Saturday, August 2
Today was a day of sight seeing and touring Shanghei. It was an eye opening experience to see all of the people who worship false gods.
Tomorrow is our last night in China. We leave for the airport at 10:15am.
Request for safe travel. Everyone is feeling much better.
Thank you Father for healing.
See everyone on Sunday.
Jimmie
Tomorrow is our last night in China. We leave for the airport at 10:15am.
Request for safe travel. Everyone is feeling much better.
Thank you Father for healing.
See everyone on Sunday.
Jimmie
Friday, August 1, 2008
Friday, August 1
Today started out very early with us having to be at the airport in Urumqi at 6:30am for an 8:30am flight. UGH! This was very difficult since many of our team was under the weather yesterday.
Our Father being the provider of everything gave everyone strength enough to wake up early and get to the airport on time.
Our flight was 4hrs. 30 min. to Shanghai and was uneventful. Once on board those that felt under the weather had time to rest and relax.
In Shanghai we took a 45 minute bus ride from the airport to the hotel where we decided to allow everyone to have a leisurly afternoon of resting, some shopped and others slept.
We had an absolutely wonderful meal this afternoon-PIZZA!! OH My! We also have starbucks across from the hotel. Yippee!!
It is 8:25pm right now and the sky is dark, we are under a partial eclipse of the sun. I will last about 45 minutes. The sun normally doesn't set here in China until about 9:30pm.
As you can tell today was a wonderful day to rest and attempt to recover.
pictures tomorrow, I'm going to bed.
Blessing!
Jimmie
Request: those still sick Jan & David, but they are on the mend. Keep lifting them up!
Our Father being the provider of everything gave everyone strength enough to wake up early and get to the airport on time.
Our flight was 4hrs. 30 min. to Shanghai and was uneventful. Once on board those that felt under the weather had time to rest and relax.
In Shanghai we took a 45 minute bus ride from the airport to the hotel where we decided to allow everyone to have a leisurly afternoon of resting, some shopped and others slept.
We had an absolutely wonderful meal this afternoon-PIZZA!! OH My! We also have starbucks across from the hotel. Yippee!!
It is 8:25pm right now and the sky is dark, we are under a partial eclipse of the sun. I will last about 45 minutes. The sun normally doesn't set here in China until about 9:30pm.
As you can tell today was a wonderful day to rest and attempt to recover.
pictures tomorrow, I'm going to bed.
Blessing!
Jimmie
Request: those still sick Jan & David, but they are on the mend. Keep lifting them up!
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Thursday, July 31
Today we traveled by bus, foot, gondola and boat to view one of the most beautiful spots. We went to Heavenly Lake, and even though it seemed like it took a while to get there the trip was worth the effort. It was another example of our Father showing off when he formed the dry ground, moutains and everything else he has done.
Please lift us up to the Father! We are growing weary and some are getting sick.
Request for those that are ill: Roy, Hack, David, Jan, Heather, Mike, Jimmie, Diane
Request: Tomorrow we travel from Urumqi to Shanghi (at airport by 6:40am)
Sorry it is so short.
Jimmie
http://picasaweb.google.com/jimmieo3/China2008Day8
Please lift us up to the Father! We are growing weary and some are getting sick.
Request for those that are ill: Roy, Hack, David, Jan, Heather, Mike, Jimmie, Diane
Request: Tomorrow we travel from Urumqi to Shanghi (at airport by 6:40am)
Sorry it is so short.
Jimmie
http://picasaweb.google.com/jimmieo3/China2008Day8
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Wednesday, July 30
Today we spent a lot of time in the bus getting the chance to see more of China. We traveled from Urumqi City to the city of Tarpan which is 600 ft. below sea level, Urumqi is at 1500 ft. above sea level. It was a slow steady descent and a very bumpy ride.
When we arrived in Turpan we visited the ancient ruins of "Gaochang", which dates back to the Tang Dynasty. Jiaohe is over 2000 years old. It was amazing to see the remaining structures and the bricks that had been made by hand.
Then we traveled to the mosque of Emin Minaret, great architecture.
The last place to visit was the underground irrigation system that was hand dug with hundreds of wells, tunnels and resevoirs that lead snowmelt into the orchards to help supply the water for the city of Turpan.
We also had the opportunity to shop in the local market, which is an eye opening experience. The open market has everything you could need with what seems some of the very poorest people providing wares. The average income of a person in Beijing is $300 a month with a college degree. The average in the area of Tarpan is less that $150 a month. It makes us so thankful for what we have.
We (I) didn't know why the Father had the plans for Wednesday/Thursday not work out, but now I think it is because he wanted us to see other needs in the portion of the world. I saw children, adults-young & old, who had a lost look in their eyes. A look that shows a void, a void that can only be filled by our Father.
Jimmie
Request:
That the Father would open doors to ministry in the region of China.
http://picasaweb.google.com/jimmieo3/China2008Day7
When we arrived in Turpan we visited the ancient ruins of "Gaochang", which dates back to the Tang Dynasty. Jiaohe is over 2000 years old. It was amazing to see the remaining structures and the bricks that had been made by hand.
Then we traveled to the mosque of Emin Minaret, great architecture.
The last place to visit was the underground irrigation system that was hand dug with hundreds of wells, tunnels and resevoirs that lead snowmelt into the orchards to help supply the water for the city of Turpan.
We also had the opportunity to shop in the local market, which is an eye opening experience. The open market has everything you could need with what seems some of the very poorest people providing wares. The average income of a person in Beijing is $300 a month with a college degree. The average in the area of Tarpan is less that $150 a month. It makes us so thankful for what we have.
We (I) didn't know why the Father had the plans for Wednesday/Thursday not work out, but now I think it is because he wanted us to see other needs in the portion of the world. I saw children, adults-young & old, who had a lost look in their eyes. A look that shows a void, a void that can only be filled by our Father.
Jimmie
Request:
That the Father would open doors to ministry in the region of China.
http://picasaweb.google.com/jimmieo3/China2008Day7
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Tuesday, July 29
Today was a day for us to Labor in the garden along side the children and orphanage staff. We spent time picking cucumber, bell pepper, tomato and egg plant. It was a fun time! This gave us the opportunity to show the children and the staff that we where willing to do anything for them with a joyful heart.
The next part was spent for some of us in taking a tour of the new building that will be completed in September. After this we spent time with the children. We made balloon animals, painted finger nails, made bandana bracelets and did some face painting. Both the children and the team had lots of fun. We also played with the remote control cars we had brought for the children and large playground balls.
Then it was time for our rest and lunch time.
We then loaded the bus with some of the children and went to a second facility in the city that we are all very impressed by because of the best equipment and facilities that money can buy. After touring this facility and getting to see the therapy areas, library, computer lab and foster care apartments we waitied. Some of the members who have been to this region before w here able to connect with directors, doctors and caregivers they had developed relationships with on previous trips.
One of the children who we all connected with is "KR" as we worked today we went from member to member of team asking which of his new friends would be taking him back to America. He was a joy who touched all of our lives and it was difficult to leave today. As we boarded the bus we discovered that we would not be permitted to return to the orphange again this week. So what little we did, what connections we made, what lives we touched will have to be nourished by the Father until the next trip.
Due to some closed doors by government officials we will be going to a differnt hotel than is on our itinerary.
Blessings,
Jimmie
Request:
Health (some members are under the weather), unity, safety
http://picasaweb.google.com/jimmieo3/China2008Day6
The next part was spent for some of us in taking a tour of the new building that will be completed in September. After this we spent time with the children. We made balloon animals, painted finger nails, made bandana bracelets and did some face painting. Both the children and the team had lots of fun. We also played with the remote control cars we had brought for the children and large playground balls.
Then it was time for our rest and lunch time.
We then loaded the bus with some of the children and went to a second facility in the city that we are all very impressed by because of the best equipment and facilities that money can buy. After touring this facility and getting to see the therapy areas, library, computer lab and foster care apartments we waitied. Some of the members who have been to this region before w here able to connect with directors, doctors and caregivers they had developed relationships with on previous trips.
One of the children who we all connected with is "KR" as we worked today we went from member to member of team asking which of his new friends would be taking him back to America. He was a joy who touched all of our lives and it was difficult to leave today. As we boarded the bus we discovered that we would not be permitted to return to the orphange again this week. So what little we did, what connections we made, what lives we touched will have to be nourished by the Father until the next trip.
Due to some closed doors by government officials we will be going to a differnt hotel than is on our itinerary.
Blessings,
Jimmie
Request:
Health (some members are under the weather), unity, safety
http://picasaweb.google.com/jimmieo3/China2008Day6
Monday, July 28, 2008
Monday, July 28
Today we started our day by taking the bus ride out to Urumqi City orphanage/foster care center.
We met with the director and her assitant and they explained the work that is being done and the she told us about the new buidling that will be completed in September.
The new building will be a three story structure that will have two floors for transitional living for those children who are too old to stay in the orphanage but have special needs and they will be taught skills to add to the work force. The third floor will have new equipment that will serve as the place for therapy that is needed for the children.
After the meeting it was time to do our favorite thing- Love on children!
Our first room was older special needs children who are being taught a skill/craft that they can sell. Being the good shoppers we are we bought some beautiful pieces made by the children. It was so good to see, that They are all Precious in his sight!
We then spent time on the playground fishing from a plastic pool- Go Doug and Claire! Some also played games with children. Ashley had the chance to reconnect with one of the girls she had met on an earlier trip. You could see the joy in both of them.
The highlight was the children dancing for us and playing games at a little performance. As is the custom in China, we then had to perform for them. Sarah designed an interp to Steven Curtis Chapmans new song "The Circle Game" that is partially sung in Chinese (you can only find it in China).
After all of this we played, laughed and loved on children. It has been a GREAT day of service.
Jimmie
Request:
Unity,
health,
stamina,
openness to appointments to share the Word.
http://picasaweb.google.com/jimmieo3/China2008Day502
We met with the director and her assitant and they explained the work that is being done and the she told us about the new buidling that will be completed in September.
The new building will be a three story structure that will have two floors for transitional living for those children who are too old to stay in the orphanage but have special needs and they will be taught skills to add to the work force. The third floor will have new equipment that will serve as the place for therapy that is needed for the children.
After the meeting it was time to do our favorite thing- Love on children!
Our first room was older special needs children who are being taught a skill/craft that they can sell. Being the good shoppers we are we bought some beautiful pieces made by the children. It was so good to see, that They are all Precious in his sight!
We then spent time on the playground fishing from a plastic pool- Go Doug and Claire! Some also played games with children. Ashley had the chance to reconnect with one of the girls she had met on an earlier trip. You could see the joy in both of them.
The highlight was the children dancing for us and playing games at a little performance. As is the custom in China, we then had to perform for them. Sarah designed an interp to Steven Curtis Chapmans new song "The Circle Game" that is partially sung in Chinese (you can only find it in China).
After all of this we played, laughed and loved on children. It has been a GREAT day of service.
Jimmie
Request:
Unity,
health,
stamina,
openness to appointments to share the Word.
http://picasaweb.google.com/jimmieo3/China2008Day502
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