"For this reason I bow my knees before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth is named, that according to the riches of his glory he may grant you to be strengthened with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith—that you, being ROOTED and grounded in LOVE, may have strength to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth, and to know the LOVE of Christ that surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled with all the fullness of God. Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen."

~Ephesians 3:14-21

Wednesday, July 18, 2012

San Angelo, Texas Volunteers Heading to the Medical Clinic in the Village of Huallaypampa

"Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble, and he saved them from their distress. He sent out his word and healed them; he rescued them from the grave. Let them give thanks to the Lord for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind."
~Psalm 107:19-21


Traveling Many Miles Up Into The Mountains

Amazing View Overlooking the City of Cajamarca

"But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness,
and all these things shall be added to you."
~Matthew 6:33

FINALLY ARRIVED TO HUALLAYPAMPA
Volunteer Team Working Hard to Set Up The Medical Clinic

Shawna & Tina Preparing the Pharmacy

FATHER-DAUGHTER...SERVING IN LOVE
Les is very grateful to spend time with his daughter, Abi, during this short-term mission trip!

Patients lined up early...very thankful for the opportunity to be seen by the medical team!

Kelly greeting the patients and finding our their greatest needs!

As patients waited, Les gave each person a Bible and shared the LOVE of the one and only true God!

AMAZING SMILES
Loren getting special time with this precious child!

Emily helping the doctors (Steve and Valerie) translate and treat the patients!

Many adults and children have struggled for years with their vision. They are so thankful for team members, like Kyle and Calvin (above), who help them see more clearly and for the free eyeglasses they receive!

Claire, Murf & Loren Working Triage!

THE LOVE OF THE FATHER
"See how very much our Father loves us, for he calls us his children, and that is what we are!"
~ 1 John 3:1a

DENTISTRY: FAMILY TEAM
Ted (Father), Teddo (Son), & Courtney (Teddo's Daughter) working with Martha (hygienist) to educate patients on dental hygiene and provide them the dental care they need!

Claire taking a break to LOVE on the little ones!

Autumn Needing a Piggy-Back Ride From Daddy

Working with Sarah on Dental Hygiene...Teaching Patients the Importance of Brushing Their Teeth Everyday!

Vicki, Laura & Bree taking photos of the families as they fellowship and LOVE on each one!

BEAUTIFUL CHILDREN HOLDING ON TIGHT TO THEIR MOTHERS

Sharing God's Word  
Hundreds of New Testaments Given Out Throughout the Day!

Niambi (right) taking a break from working the pharmacy to visit the patients getting their picture taken!

WE LOVE THIS SWEET GIRL...SHE LOVED POSING FOR PHOTOS!

Kathy working with the children as they waited in line...lots of game-time and craft-time!

BATTER-UP
Autumn Heath Learning How to Hit ~ as Will Terrill Pitches the Ball!

PUPPET-TIME
Tom (Mr. Murf) and Vicki Putting on the Show!

David Miller double checking the medicines and making sure patients receive daily vitamins!
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HUNDREDS OF PATIENTS TREATED THROUGHOUT THE DAY IN HUALLAYPAMPA

“My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.”
~2 Corinthians 12: 9a


HEADING HOME
An Unexpected Road Block

When I am called to duty, God,
Wherever flames may rage
Give me strength to save some life
Whatever be its age.

Help me embrace a little child
Before it's too late,
Or save an older person
From the horror of that fate.
Enable me to be alert,
And hear the weakest shout
And quickly and effectively
To put the fire out.
I want to fill my calling
And to give the best in me,
To guard my every neighbour
And protect his property.
And if, according to "Your will",
I have to lose my life,
Please bless with Your protecting hand
My children and my wife.
Amen
~Author Unknown

Monday, July 16, 2012

Texas Mission Team Arrives Safely To Peru


VILLA MILAGRO WELCOMES 
JOURNEY BIBLE CHURCH
SAN ANGELO, TEXAS VOLUNTEER TEAM 

"Those who say they live in God should live their lives as Jesus did."
~1 John 2:6

THE EXCITEMENT BEGINS...THE PLANE HAS LANDED
Loren & Laura

Brett playing some tunes and enjoying the farm (Villa Milagro)!

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU
for the discipleship material (Doyne) & for the "beauty" secrets (Naomi)!

HEATH FRIDAY NIGHT YOUTH FELLOWSHIP
Haley Giving Lots of HUGS

Volley Time with the Texas Girls!

Each week the kids are getting better and better at CORNHOLE
(thank you Rick for making them for the kids)!

L.O.V.E
COURTNEY AND LAURA


God loves you just the way you are, but He refuses to leave you that way. He wants you to be just like Jesus. 
– Max Lucado


Mother~Daughter Team
Kathy (center) is so excited to experience Peru with her daughter Claire, Villa Milagro's summer intern!

DUCK DUCK GOOSE with Reagan, Abi & Bree 

Liz taking the field during the futbol (soccer) game!

Kelly getting all the LOVE she can get!

Janneth leading the youth and children during praise and worship!

VOLUNTEERS WORKING LATE HOURS IN THE SALA
Preparing the Pharmacy for the Medical Clinic

OUR NEW COFFEE LOVER
Claire has joined the "cafe" (coffee lovers hangout) at the Heath's kitchen table...made with lots of home-made creamer and a little bit of coffee!

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Thank you Laura Riggs for all the {
dea.lightful images} and for letting me share some of your photos on our blog!
You have an amazing talent and gift...keep serving and following HIM!
www.lriggsphotography.com





Saturday, July 14, 2012

SAFE RETURN FROM ECUADOR ROAD TRIP... AND A VERY SPECIAL DELIVERY ARRIVED FROM THE ROSEBOOM FAMILY


PRAISES TO OUR LORD
Thank you for the many prayers lifted up for our family for safe travel and protection! We made it home safely this evening from a road trip to Ecuador to cross the border to renew our VISAs. Everything went well and we had a couple of days to rest as a family. The kids finally saw the beach (Northern Peru) and had a blast swimming and enjoying the warm weather. More photos to come on the Ecuador Adventure! Also, this week we are very excited to tell you all about the Texas Volunteer Team (Journey Bible Church) from San Angelo, Texas, and their mission in Peru working along-side Villa Milagro Ministries.

STAY TUNED FOR MORE...

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A VERY SPECIAL DELIVERY
"Wherefore comfort yourselves together, and edify one another, even as also ye do."
~1 Thessalonians 5:11

pen-pals.for.life
Audrey and Camden
Postal Surprise for the Heath Kids 

WE MISS YOU ALL ~ THANKS FOR ALL TIMES ON SKYPE AND FOR ALWAYS ENCOURAGING US TO FOLLOW CHRIST!

Sunday, July 8, 2012

Geyer Springs Volunteers Visit Santa Barbara Area: Ladies Bible Study & Vacation Bible Study


Our last few days with GEYER SPRINGS ~ we will truly miss everyone and look forward to seeing you all again soon!

"Therefore, go and make DISCIPLES of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit."
~Matthew 28:19
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geyer springs first baptist church
two.days.in.santa.barbara

Ladies Bible Studies In The Morning 
PEGGY HAYS SHARING GOD'S WORD

COLORFUL CRAFT-TIME

All the ladies LOVED their new handmade flowers!

AFTERNOON VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 
WITH ALL THE CHILDREN

Children lining up to RECITE the Bible verses that they have learned!

TEACH THE CHILDREN 
“So commit yourselves wholeheartedly to these words of mine. Tie them to your hands and wear them on your forehead as reminders.
 Teach them to your children. Talk about them when you are at home and when you are on the road, when you are going to bed and when you are getting up."
~Deuteronomy 11:18-19

WARMING UP WITH KELLY
Playing SIMON SAYS


smiles.and.laughter

music-time
LIFTING UP OUR VOICES

fun.times.and.games
Paper Dodge Ball in PERU
"sweet memories from the states...thanks geyer springs for saving these ads (a moment to reminisce)"


Puppet Time with Kelly & Crissy
"not sure who was having more fun with this...the kids or us"

Autumn Enjoying Craft-Time During VBS!

Sailor and Lake helping prepare the ribbons!

Colorful reminders to take home...opening doors for the children
to tell their parents about what they learned about God's LOVE!

SNACK TIME

"For I was hungry, and you fed me. I was thirsty, and you gave me a drink."
~Matthew 25:35a

SANTA BARBARA: GIRLS ON A MISSION
Kelly, Crissy, Jamie & Anna-Grace

"We are many parts of one body, and we all belong to each other."
~ Romans 12:5b


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VILLA MILAGRO: BACK ON THE FARM 

Jake and Steve working hard painting new church benches!

THE STRENGTH OF TWO
Building New Desk!

Steve teaching Autumn some painting techniques...she LOVES to paint!

Jake's Buddy!

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geyer springs...
IT IS NEVER EASY SAYING GOOD-BYE

Jake, Sally, Robert, Anna-Grace, Jamie, Crissy & Kara

Audra, thank you for all the educational tips and for helping get our kids excited about learning SPANISH!

Praying for you Robert...looking forward to playing soccer again next year (just not on concrete:)

jamie.and.autumn
TWO CRAZY GIRLS

Thank You Geyer Springs for Your Hearts for Missions

live for GOD ~ love people ~ reach the nations