I am writing this on Tuesday afternoon, winding down from many activities in our 10 days in the Dominican Republic. Our record as a team was 2-3, but that does not matter. The ball games were not the real reason we are here. Baseball opened the door for us to begin a work of outreach, and do God’s work for Him. When we came to the DR, I referenced Matthew 28:19-20 … “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations …” We have done that by helping over 400 young men in the ball field profess their lives to Jesus. We have gone out and made disciples of the Dominican Republic.But this was not the full extent of God’s work. I sincerely believe that the children of the Dominican Republic, with God’s work, gave everyone on the trip a new life, almost born again into a life to be enjoyed. During our 10 days in the DR, we did play baseball, visited great baseball facilities, bad facilities, met Rico Carty, gave out equipment and this was what excites him, but it was our visit to the sugarcane village, orphanages as well as helping with a humanitarian food drop is what had the most impact on us. The kids in the villages and orphanages are happy boys and girls who have nothing but showing up with a soccer ball was Christmas for them. Your son’s were deeply touched by this. Then we went to an orphanage with jump ropes, coloring books and allowing the kids braid your hair was another day in Heaven. Again, your son’s were deeply moved by what they saw.
This trip only lasted 10 days, but the impact and memories will last a lifetime. Upon our return on Wednesday, we will plan a trip wrap-up to allow everyone the opportunity to share their personal testimony with everyone. When we were on the plane, I asked everyone what they expected from this trip. On the way home, I will ask them to provide me with what they got out of the trip and how it impacted heir life and I will share it with you at the wrap-up.
It has been a pleasure to lead this fine group of young men and coaches on this trip. It has presented Rhonda and me with memories of a lifetime and what great boys you have who believe and trust in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
In HIS mitt
Coach Murdock
2 comments:
George ~ We can't wait to see all of you tomorrow night and hear these stories first hand. We'd love to host the wrap-up any time you want to schedule it! We can't wait!
Would it be OK for an aunt to join the trip wrap-up? I am Paul's Aunt Pette and have been following the blog of the trip and am so excited to hear more about their experiences! If you have a chance my cell is 571-276-0172. THANKS
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