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Olivia Brooke: Week 7 from Brent Manke on Vimeo.
After drinking her morning coffee, reading the headlines and checking her stock portfolio, Olivia takes a few minutes to watch her favorite green elephant and dance so some of her tunes. The important things in life…
This week we signed the papers to take possession of our new house in Steinbach, MB, where we’ll be moving in a couple weeks. Can’t wait to move in!
It’s a beautiful sunny day here in Denver (great day for a baby to come, Anna says). We woke up early, made some amazing cinnamon rolls, waffles and toppings, and had some friends over. Ah… Sunday! Jae, Peter, Kristi, thanks for the company!
Mardi Gras 2010 from Jami Davis on Vimeo.
>A good friend of ours who was part of our New Orleans team, Ted, took some great photos of people during our time there last week. I love how Ted uses his camera to engage with all kinds of people, seeking to capture the invisible qualities of God evident in the beauty of people and tell their stories. Check out more of his photos here.
We're on the road again (stopping for the night at the Millers' place
in Dallas) after 5 amazing days in New Orleans. New Orleans is a
beautiful city.
I was really proud of students, who tackled each day on the streets
during the Mardi Gras celebrations with joy and passion. We had a lot
of laughs as a team! Each night we would walk the streets of the
French Quarter praying, talking to people and looking for
opportunities to serve and bless people.
On Monday night we met Ricky Breaux, the "Soapman". He asked whether
he could show some of us his art pieces, which he had carved out of
bars of soap. His motivation in life and in his art was to bless
people and bless his city. I was touched by his heart.
The city of New Orleans is filled with amazing people such as Ricky,
who have endured great tragedy together and who continue to express
the character of God through their art, hospitality and joy.
We drove 2 days, through snow (in Texas!?!) and rain to arrive in
beautiful New Orleans.
We've spent the past couple days getting to know the city of New
Orleans, empathizing with its wounds, enjoying its beauty. We've spent
the past 2 evenings on te streets, praying and connecting with people.
New Orleans is a fascinating city, with so much culture, joy and
beauty. We hope to draw out the gifts that God's given this city, and
inspire others to hope and love.
hey friends,
ywamdenver
