Global Talk

OK, this may be the last blog update from us from Venezuela this year. We are starting the packing process, and we have no idea of future internet opportunities. Thanks for the e-notes of encouragement we've received, and the package from the Myricks!

It's hard to leave, but we're very glad we came. We thank God for the relationships He's blessed us with here in Venezuela.

I don't have the words to describe the feelings we have for these young people who seem to have so many questions, and who are so eager for someone to ask them about themselves and their relationships and give input into their lives.

Not sure, but I think we're looking at close to 40 students attending the National Conference from Merida. Thanks so much to all who helped these students make the trip. We learned of two or three today who can come to the National Conference because of the scholarship money you helped to provide. San Cristobal students, too, have received more than $500 in assistance. Thanks!!

Tomorrow we head to the National Conference of Vida Estudiantil (Campus Crusade) until Easter, then to a 3-day retreat, then we head home on the 27th of March. God has blessed us here, and we leave with many new friends, a few new brothers and sisters in Christ, and more memories than our old minds can retain! We thank God for the warmth and acceptance of the young people here -- it's hard to feel old when they treat you like their best friends!

We appreciate your prayers, and we hope God will use us to help these young people grow in Christ during the coming Conference.

In Him,

Tom and Betty B.