Wednesday we had a whole day to ourselves before the RCA Missions Conference. We went on a 7 mile hike on Black Bear Wilderness Trail. It was a great trail!
An otter
Great Egret
Ibis
Great Blue Heron
Wood Stork
Wild pigs 🐽
A Limpkin
An Anhinga
Wild turkeys
Thursday, Friday and Saturday we spent our time at the RCA Mission Conference with about 12 people from Faith and many others from around the nation and world. It was awesome to hear the stories, watch videos, talk with, share a meal and worship with these people! Truly a taste of heaven!
Making and using art in the mission field
We were stretched to think about immigrants, people on the move, and how to let Jesus love shine to them.
We were told of the ongoing wars in Southern Sudan and the need for peace.
I only took a few pictures…it was more important to be present and in the moment. One film we watched was on the struggles of the Palestinian people, “The Law and the Prophet.” I HIGHLY recommend watching this movie! I also went to a session on short term missions and Kurt went to one on World Renew - both excellent!
After the conference on Saturday, we walked to Universal Studios with Jim, Janet, Drew and Mary before they left for their flights back to frigid Michigan. It felt good to stretch the legs!
Ok - so Sunday was a bit dreary…the Lions lost and it was raining. The sunny spot was “going to church. Great message Pastor TJ!
For Sunday night dinner we went to The Bayou. We felt like we were in New Orleans. The music was loud and soulful and so was the food! I had the catfish with shrimp and grits. Kurt had the etouffee. Our server, Alvin was great! We were the only white people there at the time - but were among the nicest, friendliest people! If we are ever in the area again, we will be back!
Monday morning we will head out and travel to Fort Pierce.
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