Tomorrow all the teachers and kids will go up to the meadow to play capture the flag. I am praying for no rain! I could get used to this no school thing.
Here are some pictures from the hike today:
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
& the boys
Today during our free time I got to go with the boys, David, and Joshua on a hike in our hills. We got to explore some awesome caves that I was scared to go in... but did it and it ended up not being as scary as I thought. I had so much fun, I have been blessed for sure! It had just rained today in the morning so everything was so nice and fresh.
Tomorrow all the teachers and kids will go up to the meadow to play capture the flag. I am praying for no rain! I could get used to this no school thing.
Here are some pictures from the hike today:
Tomorrow all the teachers and kids will go up to the meadow to play capture the flag. I am praying for no rain! I could get used to this no school thing.
Here are some pictures from the hike today:
Tuesday, December 25, 2012
Christmas week!
NO SCHOOL!
NO SCHOOL!
I am stoked and I know the kids are also!
Instead of school we are competing in games and many different events. Four teams play against one another to win and have tons of fun. So far we have had a Foosball tournament and a photo scavenger hunt, then tomorrow we will have a soccer tournament. My team is the white team and we have many pictures from the very silly photo scavenger hunt.
Christmas morning we all gathered together to eat pan dulce and celebrate together our Savior Kings birth. People from the states gave items for the kids that they can really use along with some toys. I'm praying for these kids that they can really understand why we celebrate Christmas and why it should be an every day remembrance. I am praying that they know the baby that was born... not just some random baby but their Savior. Praying that their relationship with Him grows and is firmly planted. Praying that they will rise up and take their place with our One and Everlasting God.
More pictures to come from the rest of this weeks activities!
NO SCHOOL!
I am stoked and I know the kids are also!
Instead of school we are competing in games and many different events. Four teams play against one another to win and have tons of fun. So far we have had a Foosball tournament and a photo scavenger hunt, then tomorrow we will have a soccer tournament. My team is the white team and we have many pictures from the very silly photo scavenger hunt.
Christmas morning we all gathered together to eat pan dulce and celebrate together our Savior Kings birth. People from the states gave items for the kids that they can really use along with some toys. I'm praying for these kids that they can really understand why we celebrate Christmas and why it should be an every day remembrance. I am praying that they know the baby that was born... not just some random baby but their Savior. Praying that their relationship with Him grows and is firmly planted. Praying that they will rise up and take their place with our One and Everlasting God.
More pictures to come from the rest of this weeks activities!
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Drama
On December 15th here at Rancho Sordo Mudo we had our Christmas production!
All of the staff worked together to make this thing happen, it was A LOT A LOT A LOT of work and months of preparing. The play was all surrounding the life of Jesus starting from his birth. We had live skits, a live band, live dances, live songs of worship, video skits that played on the big screen and two languages all happening. Many of the students families got to come to watch it all go down, eat together before and after and be with their kids and love on them. It was a great time of fellowship and giving God the glory. That was my prayer for the whole thing... that the kids and staff who believe and love God could share His love with the families that do not yet known His. That is was is important, not the lights or the moves. What is important is our King! I pray that that was shown in all we did and how we talked with our students families.
For pictures look at http://www.facebook.com/groups/13668350081/?fref=ts
Well it is over, but it is just getting started. It is an ongoing truth that we should be living daily. We have a Savior and we are not in bondage. We are free, lets live like we are free with joy in our hearts!
"Chains have been broken eyes have been opened
An army of dry bones is starting rise
Death is defeated
We are victorious for You are alive" Bethel Live- To our God
OK BIG PRAISE!
It seems to always be about money...
well each month here at RSM we have to pay $250 a month for housing, food and a bunch of other things.
I have $277 in my account and praying for money to appear, a miracle to happen. God does just that! Our family friends wanted to give money and aked how much was needed. I told my mom the exact amount that was needed for the rest of the school year, which is $1,500, and Graham family said they will support me and give $1,500! How awesome is that?! The exact amount that was needed they are giving! I do not need to worry, God is on top of it! Always faithful!
Will you Pray?!!!
Pray for seeds to be planted in each child here & that their roots deep,solid, and strong. Pray for the staff here to have patience with the children... and continue pouring into the kids with boldness. Pray for our kids that "They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord for the display of his splendor." Isiah 61
All of the staff worked together to make this thing happen, it was A LOT A LOT A LOT of work and months of preparing. The play was all surrounding the life of Jesus starting from his birth. We had live skits, a live band, live dances, live songs of worship, video skits that played on the big screen and two languages all happening. Many of the students families got to come to watch it all go down, eat together before and after and be with their kids and love on them. It was a great time of fellowship and giving God the glory. That was my prayer for the whole thing... that the kids and staff who believe and love God could share His love with the families that do not yet known His. That is was is important, not the lights or the moves. What is important is our King! I pray that that was shown in all we did and how we talked with our students families.
For pictures look at http://www.facebook.com/groups/13668350081/?fref=ts
Well it is over, but it is just getting started. It is an ongoing truth that we should be living daily. We have a Savior and we are not in bondage. We are free, lets live like we are free with joy in our hearts!
"Chains have been broken eyes have been opened
An army of dry bones is starting rise
Death is defeated
We are victorious for You are alive" Bethel Live- To our God
Chains have been broken eyes have been opened An army of dry bones is starting rise Death is defeated We are victorious for you are alive
Source: http://www.lyricstunnel.com/lyrics/b/Bethel-Live/To-Our-God.html
Source: http://www.lyricstunnel.com/lyrics/b/Bethel-Live/To-Our-God.html
Chains have been broken eyes have been opened An army of dry bones is starting rise Death is defeated We are victorious for you are alive
Source: http://www.lyricstunnel.com/lyrics/b/Bethel-Live/To-Our-God.html
Source: http://www.lyricstunnel.com/lyrics/b/Bethel-Live/To-Our-God.html
Chains have been broken eyes have been opened An army of dry bones is starting rise Death is defeated We are victorious for you are alive
Source: http://www.lyricstunnel.com/lyrics/b/Bethel-Live/To-Our-God.html
Source: http://www.lyricstunnel.com/lyrics/b/Bethel-Live/To-Our-God.html
OK BIG PRAISE!
It seems to always be about money...
well each month here at RSM we have to pay $250 a month for housing, food and a bunch of other things.
I have $277 in my account and praying for money to appear, a miracle to happen. God does just that! Our family friends wanted to give money and aked how much was needed. I told my mom the exact amount that was needed for the rest of the school year, which is $1,500, and Graham family said they will support me and give $1,500! How awesome is that?! The exact amount that was needed they are giving! I do not need to worry, God is on top of it! Always faithful!
Will you Pray?!!!
Pray for seeds to be planted in each child here & that their roots deep,solid, and strong. Pray for the staff here to have patience with the children... and continue pouring into the kids with boldness. Pray for our kids that "They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord for the display of his splendor." Isiah 61
Saturday, December 8, 2012
peak
Still moving in so the room is not yet fully set up... we don't have everything we need, but IT WORKS! Some pictures in our new room! Thanks Jason for taking these pictures!
The Ranch has been out of water all day yesterday and still today... pray for rain!
The Ranch has been out of water all day yesterday and still today... pray for rain!
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Room 8
The Kindergarten room is finally finished and about ready to move in... like by tomorrow!
Groups of people have been working on the room since September to get it finished and us moved in asap! It is now that time, and I am so excited! We will have walls that are not cinder block and have tile floor instead of dirty, smelly, pee-ed on, lice invaded, torn carpet. I have to say this room (room 9 that we occupy right now) has grown on my... it has character, it is full, and it is warm. I have had a good time for these few months in room 9 but it is time and a fresh smell and feel awaits us!
Right now the room is completely empty except for one white board on the wall and two shelves. We are in need of classroom items and furniture, furniture that would allow me to separate the classroom, make more than one group. Why can the class not all be together? Well, I have students from 5-17 years old and when together it is not fun. The 5 year old, two 6 year old boys, and a 9 year old girl need to do more playing than the 12,13, and 17 year old students. The older kids need to be taught differently than the younger kids and I cannot do that as one big class. Having them separated will help me to teach more effectively and help them to learn at different paces with information that relates better.
Only problem is that we do not have the furniture. Help!? If you can let me know! It is much much appreciated. We can make things on our own but some things just need to be bought...which is where we are stuck. So if you could help like I said it would be appreciated! It is all for the kids... I want to do all that I can and be a more effective teacher. I'm praying that someone can help us.
Anything used will work also, but I ask please do not send us things that are falling apart that you know you would not even want to use.
The two shelves we have are white so if you can help, white would be best!
Keep sweet,
Moriah
Groups of people have been working on the room since September to get it finished and us moved in asap! It is now that time, and I am so excited! We will have walls that are not cinder block and have tile floor instead of dirty, smelly, pee-ed on, lice invaded, torn carpet. I have to say this room (room 9 that we occupy right now) has grown on my... it has character, it is full, and it is warm. I have had a good time for these few months in room 9 but it is time and a fresh smell and feel awaits us!
Right now the room is completely empty except for one white board on the wall and two shelves. We are in need of classroom items and furniture, furniture that would allow me to separate the classroom, make more than one group. Why can the class not all be together? Well, I have students from 5-17 years old and when together it is not fun. The 5 year old, two 6 year old boys, and a 9 year old girl need to do more playing than the 12,13, and 17 year old students. The older kids need to be taught differently than the younger kids and I cannot do that as one big class. Having them separated will help me to teach more effectively and help them to learn at different paces with information that relates better.
Only problem is that we do not have the furniture. Help!? If you can let me know! It is much much appreciated. We can make things on our own but some things just need to be bought...which is where we are stuck. So if you could help like I said it would be appreciated! It is all for the kids... I want to do all that I can and be a more effective teacher. I'm praying that someone can help us.
Anything used will work also, but I ask please do not send us things that are falling apart that you know you would not even want to use.
The two shelves we have are white so if you can help, white would be best!
To get an idea of what I am looking for check out the needs page.
THANKS!!!!Keep sweet,
Moriah
Monday, November 19, 2012
something
Good morning!
We should be in awe of this day. Lets look at everything around us! There is so much to be thankful for in this moment. The breath coming in&out of your nostrils is a gift, breathe deep. " Leave outcomes up to Me. Follow Me wherever I lead, without worrying about how it will all turn out. Think of your life as an adventure, with Me as your Guide and Companion. Live in the now, concentrating on staying in step with Me. When our path leads to a cliff, be willing to climb it with My help. When we come to a resting place, take time to be refreshed in My Presence. Enjoy the rhythm of life lived close to Me.
You already know the ultimate destination of your journey: your entrance into heaven. So keep your focus on the path just before you, leaving outcomes up to Me." -Jesus Calling
Psalm 27: 13-14; Exodus 15:13
God You go before us in this day, You know us and you love us! You amaze me Jesus. Pour out Your love God...
You are Love, You are Life, You are Hope Jesus, You are Healing. You are all that we need.
Perfect love. Break down walls & cast out fear today.
Saturday, November 17, 2012
let worship be our song & our lives
ITS NOVEMBER!
What has been happening here at Rancho Sordo Mudo...
well this morning the Joshua Wilderness group left at 6:30am. They came here on Monday and we a great group of young people! I had the opportunity to really get to know them, learn about the students more this year than last year. They got down to business right away and started working... they worked hard everyday and Thursday went to the Baja 1000 in Ensenada (every year this giant race happens through Baja California and it is something to see!) It is really nice to have other people here that I can talk to and its even cooler when we are the same age! The kids LOVED them also! The staff helped the kids talk to the Joshua students and the Joshua students asked us to help them talk to the kids. Our kids wanted to talk to bad they would act things out, gesture, and write words or draw in the sand. Friday night all of us together in the auditorium worshiped our God. Amber interpreted into Mexican Sign Language and two students from the Joshua group vocally lead worship and then we said our goodbyes.
Every evening the group had a meeting, time together, devotionals, a game, or hear Luke speak. One of the nights they met together the De La Rosa's gathered the group... they talked about how God has been working in their lives and told how they came to the ranch. Robin asked me to share a little bit about how God is providing for me, she also asked Olivia, Johnny/Amber, and Jason to share. Some of the students are really interested and I had an opportunity at a different time that night to talk with a few of the students more about life here and what they could be praying for.
Something cool, yesterday evening (Friday) I was surprised at dinner Daniel Griffes walked into the chow hall. For three years in high school at The Bridge church Daniel led us students on trips to Mexico, trips down the street to our neighbors, or in cities close by. Whether we were in our country or in another he taught us how to serve, how to love others before ourselves, how to work as a team and encourage one another following Jesus's example. I was so excited to see him and He was excited because he saw both me and Stephen Burns, who was here with the group from the Joshua program. So today we got a chance to talk all about what he is doing in Tijuana at Radius and I shared more about my class here. So good to see friends again and really get to talk and know what each person is doing and how God is using them.
Well, God is providing the money I need to be here this year. I have no reason to doubt or worry because He is faithful! Last night during the worship I started to pray and give thanks... I put my hands into my coat pockets and felt more than just my chap stick... I pulled out a $20 dollar bill wrapped in a piece of paper that said "Moriah God will provide" and I put it back in my pocket and started to laugh. He is so good.
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As I am writing this in my classroom God is showing me His faithfulness again, right this minute. Two minutes ago Daniel came back to say goodbye and passed me money... I did not expect that at all and am so blessed by people again and again. Just when I think I am doomed and that people will not reach out and help with money I am proved wrong. All my beliefs and judgments are thrown out the window. Instead I see so much love.
Prayer
I am praying that my life is lived for God, totally surrendered to Him. I want to live in His Presence, know Him, & know his voice.
What has been happening here at Rancho Sordo Mudo...
well this morning the Joshua Wilderness group left at 6:30am. They came here on Monday and we a great group of young people! I had the opportunity to really get to know them, learn about the students more this year than last year. They got down to business right away and started working... they worked hard everyday and Thursday went to the Baja 1000 in Ensenada (every year this giant race happens through Baja California and it is something to see!) It is really nice to have other people here that I can talk to and its even cooler when we are the same age! The kids LOVED them also! The staff helped the kids talk to the Joshua students and the Joshua students asked us to help them talk to the kids. Our kids wanted to talk to bad they would act things out, gesture, and write words or draw in the sand. Friday night all of us together in the auditorium worshiped our God. Amber interpreted into Mexican Sign Language and two students from the Joshua group vocally lead worship and then we said our goodbyes.
Every evening the group had a meeting, time together, devotionals, a game, or hear Luke speak. One of the nights they met together the De La Rosa's gathered the group... they talked about how God has been working in their lives and told how they came to the ranch. Robin asked me to share a little bit about how God is providing for me, she also asked Olivia, Johnny/Amber, and Jason to share. Some of the students are really interested and I had an opportunity at a different time that night to talk with a few of the students more about life here and what they could be praying for.
Something cool, yesterday evening (Friday) I was surprised at dinner Daniel Griffes walked into the chow hall. For three years in high school at The Bridge church Daniel led us students on trips to Mexico, trips down the street to our neighbors, or in cities close by. Whether we were in our country or in another he taught us how to serve, how to love others before ourselves, how to work as a team and encourage one another following Jesus's example. I was so excited to see him and He was excited because he saw both me and Stephen Burns, who was here with the group from the Joshua program. So today we got a chance to talk all about what he is doing in Tijuana at Radius and I shared more about my class here. So good to see friends again and really get to talk and know what each person is doing and how God is using them.
Well, God is providing the money I need to be here this year. I have no reason to doubt or worry because He is faithful! Last night during the worship I started to pray and give thanks... I put my hands into my coat pockets and felt more than just my chap stick... I pulled out a $20 dollar bill wrapped in a piece of paper that said "Moriah God will provide" and I put it back in my pocket and started to laugh. He is so good.
----
As I am writing this in my classroom God is showing me His faithfulness again, right this minute. Two minutes ago Daniel came back to say goodbye and passed me money... I did not expect that at all and am so blessed by people again and again. Just when I think I am doomed and that people will not reach out and help with money I am proved wrong. All my beliefs and judgments are thrown out the window. Instead I see so much love.
Prayer
I am praying that my life is lived for God, totally surrendered to Him. I want to live in His Presence, know Him, & know his voice.
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