Update and Prayer for Team Mongolia

Team Mongolia

Here is an email that we received from the team written on October 11, 2010.

Dear friends,

In this prosperous city of 11 million people we have had the unique opportunity to celebrate the dramatic transformation that has taken place during the past 60 years here since the end of the war and the beginning of World Vision. South Korea is indeed World Vision's most impressive success story. For 40 years they received support from World Vision and others to rebuild their country. During the past 20 years, they have grown to become one of the strongest donor countries in the WV family. However, their hearts are heavy for their friends and family in North Korea who still suffer in poverty, and they urge all of us to remember to pray for the children and families there and to use our advocacy efforts to bring change.

We met this morning with a group of women from many different churches in Seoul and the surrounding areas who were interested in learning more about Women of Vision. They were curious about who we are, what we do, and how we do it. It was a wonderful 2 hours of sharing. They ended by expressing their desire to continue the exchange. We met some fabulous women -- we know they will be amazing women of vision..

This afternoon was "the big celebration" of World Vision's 60 years. The program was a line-up of interesting reflections and enthusiastic congratulations -- looking back and looking forward. A highlight was an outstanding performance by the Korean Children's Choir. The hospitality we have received from the World Vision Korea staff has been remarkable. I feel like I'm an impostor -- taking the place of someone very important! We've met World Vision staff from Albania, Malaysia, India -- and many more countries. Each one has such an interesting story. This experience has been so much richer than I ever imagined.

We are packing this evening and will fly to Mongolia tomorrow evening. Our next update will come from the land of the Blue Sky!
Sandy

Today they arrive in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. They will spend the next four days visiting various children centers where children in crisis are being cared for in various ways.

Prayer

Praise the Lord for His Hand being upon them and giving them safe travels, exhilarating experiences and opportunities to minister to others in His Name.

Pray for continued safety and that they will bring hope to these children in the various centers where they will visit.  Ask the Lord to to bless them with health and strength for the journey.  Pray that all is well in each of their homes as they are away.