Rain, Camp anticipation, and more rain!

It's that time of the year again........ Carnaval Camp. It's a time that the kids really look forward to as the teens get to participate in a 4-day sleep over camp at the A.M.O. property and the younger children get to enjoy a full day of fun and games. The idea behind these camps is to provide a safe, healthy atmosphere for them to have a blast and keep them off the streets during the notorious Carnaval Festivities. Many of those participating this year will be able to do so through the support of their Embrace-a-Child sponsors (thank you Sponsors!) We will definitely be updating you on how the Camp goes so be sure to check back soon. (Camp starts this Friday and goes until next Monday) Please pray with us that the torrental rains that we've been having will ease up enough for everyone to have a great time!

A great big "thank you" to all of you who were praying for Pete's mother. She passed away to Glory on February 7th with all seven of her children nearby. What an awesome blessing. Pete wished he could've seen many more of you while there but it just wan't possible.

Update on the renovation of our Ministry Center in the favela Gleba B............. The rain has made it difficult just to get into the favela let alone work but, even so, progress is being made! Our first ever Medical Clinic is being planned for June of this year in this location. Pray that we can get done with all that we'd like to accomplish. We've been blessed to have several of the teens from our Jarinu church helping out in the work- Alan, Gabriel, Danilo, and Edinilson have all been donating their time during their winter school break to mix cement, knock out walls, set bricks, etc. These guys have really opened up and are becoming an integral part of the church. Danilo was recently baptized, Alan and Gabriel have made decisions and Edinilson is understanding more and more about salvation. They are all a part of the Embrace-a-Child Program so, sponsors, you can be be proud!

Don't forget to check back soon as we post updates on the Camp experience!

Thanks for your prayers!

Pete & Jodi