Day 6 - Thursday

Hey! This is Greg the late arrival. I thought I’d just take a minute and give an update on the amazing day we have had so far. To start out we had a full man crew over at an elderly lady’s house named Jonnie. It was pretty sweet because the two lead men (Slim and I) with the least construction experience to lead Tory, Wilson, James, Trevor, and Val in building a deck/wheel chair ramp. (Luckily we had Jim an experienced carpenter help us). So far it’s going really well with no missing fingers to report!
The VBS in the afternoon couldn’t of run smoother. Jesus clearly was moving in power as He used Candice and Breanna to lay out the story of redemption and salvation through Jesus to all the kids. The entire crew I worked with today loved on the kids with a love that was beyond themselves. A really sweet picture of the kingdom.
Parents, your sons and daughters are so unique and are gifted beyond measure. I am truly blessed to be part of this Kingdom work sharing in the love of Jesus with them.



Hey guys! It’s Emily (Davidson)! How’s it goin’ back in Asheville? This week has been amazing. I came here expecting something similar to last year; and wow, was I in for a surprise! New people, new projects… it’s all just been totally awesome to see this community and our mission team come together. I’ve been working on Annette & Lewis Talley’s home this week (mostly in the bathroom), and we’ve given it a total face-lift. But enough about me and more on the amazing things going on here. Lewis has emphizema and has been living off 1/5 of one lung for the last 4 years. He was put in the hospital on Monday when we arrived, and is returning home tomorrow with Hospice, since the hospital can’t do anything else for him, and he is expected to pass away soon. The night before yesterday God answered our prayers and Lewis handed his life over to Christ. Today me, Jade, Greg, and pastor Scott (from Grace Pres. here in Dalton) went to the hospital to visit Annette and Lewis. Annette’s strong faith, especially in such hard times (her mother passed away a few months ago), is amazing. She has put everything she has into God’s hands, and trusts him with all her heart to do his will and shape whatever happens to her. Her strength, both mentally and physicly, is so rejuvenating, and really makes you know that God’s out there, and he’s watching over all of us. Dalton has been an AMAZING experience. ☺