Glad to be home

I loved my time in Vancouver, but I can tell you there is nothing that beats coming home to my family and being able to spend time in my home. It reminds me so much of all that is really important and it reminds me that so many do not have what I have.

I was reminded tonight of Gary, a middle age man who has been living and surviving by panning in Vancouver. He has a deep love for God and trust in Him too. Even though it is tough for he and his wife, He continues to praise God. He has a roof over his head but needs the extra money just to be able to eat.

I was reminded of Barbara Janet who is also panning just to be able to survive. Right now she has a place where she can go at night to sleep, but she is separated from family. She was moved by God, I know that and I had a chance to say goodbye to her and let her know I will be praying for her.

I am reminded of Yuqa who is trying to make it through life and feels very much alone. From night to night he doesn't know where he will sleep at night. He is frightened to think of what is ahead.

I am blessed as I have received an email from my new friend Cheryl. Cheryl shared how God has laid it on her heart to return home to Sask to see her son and spend some time with him over his 11th birthday. I can see God clearly at work in her life. In fact she spent a week doing a mission trip with her bible school to a couple of first nation communities in BC.

Finally I am reminded that Boaz ministry was started because of a vision from God to work with hurting and rejected people. I believe my experience in Vancouver was not only very exciting but it gave me a deeper compassion for those who suffer and feel abandoned. I feel that I am much better prepared to connect with those God has called us to minister with.

It is such a blessing to have family. They are very special to me!!!