Meeting Three

Blessed are you who consider the poor.  Psalm 41:1   This scripture has resonated in my heart all day.  What a blessing it is to think not only of one's self, but also to consider others, especially those less fortunate. 

My name is Donna Lee Williams.  I will be working with Rachel to keep you abreast of the latest events and happenings of the 2010 Togo Medical Team.  This will be my second trip to Togo.   It was a life changing experience in 2006 and I thank God He has once again allowed me to be a part of a team that gets an opportunity to shower our Togolese brothers and sisters with the love of Christ.

Our team had its third team meeting today and it was GREAT!  Chris presented an informative mini-training on Sharing our Testimonies.  Ariana then facilitated the meeting which included a lively discussion filled with many great questions from team members and wise responses from Togo veterans.  We are an eclectic group with diverse gifts and areas of expertise.  The beauty of a team such as ours is that God will use all of our gifts and talents for His glory as we become a cohesive unit.  Together we'll be able to accomplish much more than we could ever accomplish individually.

In addition to our team meetings, we are also preparing for our first team fundraiser, First Wednesday Dinner at the Long Point Campus.  Please come out and support us on July 7th for a great meal followed by an awesome worship service.  Also, plan now to join us on Sunday August 1st at Rialde Farms!  This fun filled day promises to be unforgettable for the entire family!

Please continue to check our blog often for prayer requests and the most recent information on our team here and in Togo.

Grace and Peace,

Donna Lee

Growing Excitement...

As I sit here and try to find words to start the story of our team(s) this year all I can say is "wow." My name is Rachel and this will be my first mission trip. I am amazed and awed at God's work. Donna Lee and I will be blogging about our experience and journaling our preparation and trip over the next several months. She has the experienced missionary perspective while I am hoping to offer a glimpse at the rookie viewpoint.
I got involved in Togo through my husband's stories from last year's trip and his contagious enthusiasm. We have been blessed this year with an incredible problem- too many people want to go and do God's work for the people of Togo! Every week I hear more about previous trips and it feels like November can't get here fast enough! I love that, even though our country is facing difficult times, so many people are willing and wanting to reach out and help others who so desperately need it. I find myself looking around and realizing how blessed I am and wanting to share more and more with others.
At this point our team is working on raising funds, praying for one another and our team, and getting to know one another. Although we've only met a few times, the feeling of companionship is there and we all know we are united in our beliefs in Christ's work and our desire to help others. I cannot wait to get to know our teammates better and to meet those that are traveling from other areas to join us!
I'll leave you with a verse from Isaiah 40: 3-

"But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength.

They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run

and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint."

God Bless,
Rachel

Togo 2010 Team (s)!

Welcome to the Togo blog...or welcome back to our previous followers. We will TRY to actually blog some this year! God is doing BIG things in the Togo team this year! We have such an overwhelming interest that we will be taking TWO teams to Togo this year during the first few weeks of November!

Please follow our blog to stay updated on fundraisers, team events, and happenings while we are in the field.