This morning everyone is packing up and getting ready to head to the airport. Last night was a night of hugs and tears. We went out one last time to enjoy the evening with students. Some went to a bbq at one student's home. Some went out to eat with students. My group went to Mc Donalds to say good bye to a student who was working. Then we went to another restaurant to experience "hot pot". The food is amazing here. I'm surprised more people here don't have a weight problem. There was always so much food on the table. I definately like the noodle and vegtable dishes with chicken, pork, or beef. I'm not much on fish so there were many dishes I only tried a little bit. I did try chicken feet! So I can't be teased for not trying. We are looking forward to an American hamburger or steak but enjoyed the food and the culture while we were here.
We leave many new friends and are sad but we are eager to come home to all our family and friends at home.
God Bless,
Lynette
Saturday, March 10, 2012
Friday, March 9, 2012
Saturday
Today is Saturday and we have a day of AGYZ. My understanding is this is the equivalent of church youth group. Again it will be a fun day and yet a sad day. The students are always hugging us and telling us how much they will miss us.
Last night, I was walking down the street with one of "my girls" and told her that when I get home that my own beautiful chinese daughters will remind me of her and that I will think of her often. She completely broke down and cried. Our little group came to a complete stop to comfort her. It is so hard to be strong when my own heart breaks at leaving. If we could just take them home with us!!!
We have mostly taught English in the American Study Classes but yesterday I went to PE and to Liberal Arts class. We played badminton, ping pong, and had rowing races (on rowing machines). The Liberal Arts class had a discussion about how McDonald's has affected Hong Kong. That was very interesting. I'll share more on that back home.
I don't know if I will make it to the computer to blog any more. We leave tomorrow morning for the airport. Our flight from Hong Kong to Denver is 16 hours. Please pray for safe and comfortable travel.
God Bless,
Lynette
Last night, I was walking down the street with one of "my girls" and told her that when I get home that my own beautiful chinese daughters will remind me of her and that I will think of her often. She completely broke down and cried. Our little group came to a complete stop to comfort her. It is so hard to be strong when my own heart breaks at leaving. If we could just take them home with us!!!
We have mostly taught English in the American Study Classes but yesterday I went to PE and to Liberal Arts class. We played badminton, ping pong, and had rowing races (on rowing machines). The Liberal Arts class had a discussion about how McDonald's has affected Hong Kong. That was very interesting. I'll share more on that back home.
I don't know if I will make it to the computer to blog any more. We leave tomorrow morning for the airport. Our flight from Hong Kong to Denver is 16 hours. Please pray for safe and comfortable travel.
God Bless,
Lynette
Thursday, March 8, 2012
It's Friday Morning!
It is Friday morning right now. It is hard to believe the week is coming to an end. Today we will have a going away party. I'm sure there are going to be many tears. We have come to love so many students here and they have come to love us. I have five students that I've adopted and call me their American mom. They are all so very lovely.
Most of the students have given themselves American names. I say "American names" loosly. For example, one of my new friends is named CAT MILK. The students I spend most of my time with are Mikiko, Kristy, Polly, Whyee, and Cat Milk. These are the students that hosted Jon and I on Tuesday night. Each day they come and find us and ask if we have any free time and what we want to do. They are quick to offer to take us. And everyday they tell us how sad they will be when we leave.
The students are so kind and generous. They make us little hand written notes and tell us how happy we make them and that they are glad that we came. They ask when we will be coming back.
The next two days are going to be our hardest days emotionally. It is going to be VERY HARD to say good bye. Would you please pray for us? I have already seen every member of this team cry this week.
God's blessing to you! We can't wait to tell you more in person and show you all the wonderful photos!
Christ's Love,
Lynette
Most of the students have given themselves American names. I say "American names" loosly. For example, one of my new friends is named CAT MILK. The students I spend most of my time with are Mikiko, Kristy, Polly, Whyee, and Cat Milk. These are the students that hosted Jon and I on Tuesday night. Each day they come and find us and ask if we have any free time and what we want to do. They are quick to offer to take us. And everyday they tell us how sad they will be when we leave.
The students are so kind and generous. They make us little hand written notes and tell us how happy we make them and that they are glad that we came. They ask when we will be coming back.
The next two days are going to be our hardest days emotionally. It is going to be VERY HARD to say good bye. Would you please pray for us? I have already seen every member of this team cry this week.
God's blessing to you! We can't wait to tell you more in person and show you all the wonderful photos!
Christ's Love,
Lynette
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Free Night with Students
Last night we had a free night to go do what we wanted with the students. We broke up into smaller groups and set out. My group went to Hong Kong's Time Square. The girls took us to the Time Square Food Court by the MTR (train). It was much like our mall food court. After we ate we went outside to see the city lights. Our girls took us on a bit of a wild goose chase to find Victoria Bay to see the harbor lights. We did finally get there. It was so beautiful.
My group was lead around town by 3 lovely young girls. We must have been a sight. The girls kept herding us in and were very protective of us. We were doing the same with them. Randy had to explain to one of the girls that she had to get off the train before us and go home because we did not want her walking home from the school alone. She did not want to leave early and told us she was very "angry". She wasn't really angry. She was sad to leave us.
We are going to be very sad to leave them. There is so much to share. It is impossible to even begin on the blog because we try to spend every moment we can with the kids.
God Bless,
Lynette
My group was lead around town by 3 lovely young girls. We must have been a sight. The girls kept herding us in and were very protective of us. We were doing the same with them. Randy had to explain to one of the girls that she had to get off the train before us and go home because we did not want her walking home from the school alone. She did not want to leave early and told us she was very "angry". She wasn't really angry. She was sad to leave us.
We are going to be very sad to leave them. There is so much to share. It is impossible to even begin on the blog because we try to spend every moment we can with the kids.
God Bless,
Lynette
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
First Blog from HongKong
How fascinating it is to be all the way around the world and know that our Lord has already been here First. This trip makes us, as Christians, really know the power of God's love and mercy. When I first came here, my expectations were that all I would have to do is smile and greet students. Little did I know how they would be teaching and showing and loving and caring for us as a team. It is truly great to see how this school is transforming lives through the power of Jesus. The Spirit is working very hard and so are your prayers. Thanks so much from all of us in HongKong. Will have many stories when we get back. Blessings to all of you!
Randy Wombold
Randy Wombold
Home visit number 2
Two years ago 3 girls from Hong Kong came to say at our house for about a week as part of the International Interface cultural exchange. Wendy, Jax and Savoy became a part of our family. Before they arrived my wife and I were nervious about their stay with us. Would our house meet their needs? With our busy lives would we be able to spend any time with them? As the week went on we all found our groove. The 3girls and our daughter Megan made her small room home. It was not long and our guests from across the world were as comfortable in our home as they were in their own. All of the fears we had before they came to visit were put to rest by the mutual Christian love we had for each other. Last night 3 from our team did a home visit that for me began 2 years earlier. Wendy, who came to stay at our house two years ago, was our host family. As we entered Wendy's house I could see in her mother and father's eyes the same anxiety my wife and I felt 2 years before. At first the conversation was a little wooden, the language again seemed to get in the way. As we sat down to eat BK, Wendy's father, asked me to pray. I asked God's blessings for the food and our fellowship and He certainly answered. As the evening progressed we found we had much in common, and by the end of the evening we were singing together! I felt as we left Wend'y home last night that we also were family. I was as at ease in her home as she was in ours 2 years eariler.
The love that Christ has for us and that we show to others transends all things, distace, language, as well as anxiety. Thank you BK and Bonnie for hosting us and putting our fears at ease. Wendy, Jax and Brian, thank you for including us as one of your family. Pastor Randy Sturzenbecher
The love that Christ has for us and that we show to others transends all things, distace, language, as well as anxiety. Thank you BK and Bonnie for hosting us and putting our fears at ease. Wendy, Jax and Brian, thank you for including us as one of your family. Pastor Randy Sturzenbecher
From Marilyn
We had a wonderful meal and a great time with our host family. They were very welcoming and their daughter is a charming and bright girl. I have met many students and they speak to you whenever they see you. I am so glad I had the opportunity to be here. It is a very rewarding experience.
God be with you all
Marilyn
God be with you all
Marilyn
Student Home Visits
Last night we were hosted at the students homes. I hope each of the team members will have time to write and tell you about their experience. Jon and I had a unique experience because we had 5 students take us to the wet market and buy the food and then to one of the girls homes and make us a meal. We did not have any other adults at our meal. After a night of laughing, talking, and just enjoying each other I feel like I have 5 new daughters. I guess I lied when I said I wasn't bringing home any more daughters from China. It is hard to explain but we each have become so incredibly attached to these kids. We love them like we love our children. I want to bring them home.
I will leave it at that for now and let others tell you about their experiences.
God Bless,
Lynette
I will leave it at that for now and let others tell you about their experiences.
God Bless,
Lynette
Monday, March 5, 2012
Teaching English/Learning Mandarin
Our first day of teaching was very fun and exciting. We went into the English Studies classes and got into small groups. The students shared with us a variety of things. Some total us about Hong Kong or China and others brought items to discribe to us. We intern showed them our photo books and told them about ourselves. As we told them about ourselves they were suppose to write down key vocabulary words. I can see why they love to have us come. This is the way I would want to learn another language with the help of natives to the language.
Speaking of learning a new language. They put us into the Mandarin Class to learn some Chinese. I have to say it was fun to have the exchange with the students. Nothing like having everyone laughing with you (or maybe at you?). I don't think I will return know a lot of Chinese but I will have a lot of Chinese friends! :)
The team is exhausted. We go none stop until we fall into bed. Our senses get overwhelmed daily but the love and joy we see in the faces of each of these students is so worth it! We have all fallen in love the students. Each of us have made a special connection with at least one or two of the students.
Please continue to pray for us. We continue to rely on God's strength and love as we both serve and recieve a beautiful hospitality from the staff and students here.
In his grip,
Lynette
Speaking of learning a new language. They put us into the Mandarin Class to learn some Chinese. I have to say it was fun to have the exchange with the students. Nothing like having everyone laughing with you (or maybe at you?). I don't think I will return know a lot of Chinese but I will have a lot of Chinese friends! :)
The team is exhausted. We go none stop until we fall into bed. Our senses get overwhelmed daily but the love and joy we see in the faces of each of these students is so worth it! We have all fallen in love the students. Each of us have made a special connection with at least one or two of the students.
Please continue to pray for us. We continue to rely on God's strength and love as we both serve and recieve a beautiful hospitality from the staff and students here.
In his grip,
Lynette
Saturday, March 3, 2012
Missionary Bootcamp
Our first day was a day of sightseeing and getting to know a few of the students. I'm sure that sounds glamorious but I'm telling you it was "missionary bootcamp". It started out with a visit to beautiful garden park area with all the splendor of God's might hand but also all the elements of our earthly foe. The enterance had a temple area with Buddha. We saw many come to seek these man made idols for "luck". But our God is an awesome God and he is able to use all things for his glory. This gave us the opportunity to visit with students about their families and how they feel about these man made idols. One of my students said "he thought they were scary".
Although, our trip has gone smooth, we had some disappointments today. We visited the Peak to overlook the whole city. Unfortunately, the fog was so thick that we couldn't even see the building in front of us.
The rest of the day was a frenzy of walking through massive crowds (worse than any Christmas shopping you will ever do). I will let others expand our this incredible journey.
Blessings,
Lynette
Although, our trip has gone smooth, we had some disappointments today. We visited the Peak to overlook the whole city. Unfortunately, the fog was so thick that we couldn't even see the building in front of us.
The rest of the day was a frenzy of walking through massive crowds (worse than any Christmas shopping you will ever do). I will let others expand our this incredible journey.
Blessings,
Lynette
Friday, March 2, 2012
We have arrived!
Praise God! We have arrived. We are setting out for our first day of sight seeing. God Bless all of you. Keep us in your prayers.
Lynette Epp
Lynette Epp
Thursday, March 1, 2012
In San Francisco!!!
Well, we have made it to San Francisco. We are waiting to board our long flight for Hong Kong. So far everything has gone smooth. Please continue to pray for our safety and smooth travel. God is answering our prays! We will check in again when we arrive.
God Bless!
Hong Kong Team
God Bless!
Hong Kong Team
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Our Journy Begins!
First of all, we want to THANK everyone who has supported us through prayer, encouragement, and financially! We had a great turn out for our fundraiser at Pizza Ranch last night.
God is already at work! Last night a young woman came to Pizza Ranch because she heard our ad on the radio station. God has put in her heart a desire to do mission work in Asia and was very interested in visting with us. I know God has a mighty work to complete in her because he called her down to visit with us from Spearfish with nasty weather. Bless her heart for being obedient to the Lord and coming down to visit with us. Our prayers go with her that she is able to complete the mission God has put on her heart.
We board the plane today at 5:00 p.m.
Pray for safe travel.
In His Service,
Hong Kong Mission Team
God is already at work! Last night a young woman came to Pizza Ranch because she heard our ad on the radio station. God has put in her heart a desire to do mission work in Asia and was very interested in visting with us. I know God has a mighty work to complete in her because he called her down to visit with us from Spearfish with nasty weather. Bless her heart for being obedient to the Lord and coming down to visit with us. Our prayers go with her that she is able to complete the mission God has put on her heart.
We board the plane today at 5:00 p.m.
Pray for safe travel.
In His Service,
Hong Kong Mission Team
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Photos on Facebook
For those of you on Facebook- check out Rev. Curtis Garlands account of the trip and see many photos and videos. Here is the link..
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/profile.php?id=100001865050422&sk=wall&closeTheater=1
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/profile.php?id=100001865050422&sk=wall&closeTheater=1
Update Wednesday, February 23
Things are going very well on the trip. Working with the children in the classroom has been very rewarding for all of us. The interaction is fantastic. Yesterday some of the Christian students invited us to an impromptu concert. They are, as we would say "on fire" in their faith and so enthusiastic about worship. Yesterday we received a Mandarin Chinese lesson in one class and today we will get a Chinese cooking lesson in Home Economics class. We are all looking forward to that.
Monday, February 21, 2011
Sunday, February 27 Prayer Request
Sunday, February 27
Pray that God would, in spite of sorrowful partings, to rejoice that we have made connections that, blessed by our Father, would endure to eternity in heaven. Ask that God would grant safe travel to the team as they return finally to SD and their loved ones. Ask that God would grant to the team members a quick return to normal daily schedules, normal, but different because of changed hearts through this experience. Also ask that God would continue to work in the hearts of those in Hong Kong who have been touched by the power of the Holy Spirit through this effort.
Pray that God would, in spite of sorrowful partings, to rejoice that we have made connections that, blessed by our Father, would endure to eternity in heaven. Ask that God would grant safe travel to the team as they return finally to SD and their loved ones. Ask that God would grant to the team members a quick return to normal daily schedules, normal, but different because of changed hearts through this experience. Also ask that God would continue to work in the hearts of those in Hong Kong who have been touched by the power of the Holy Spirit through this effort.
Saturday, February 26 Prayer Request
Saturday, February 26
Pray that God would grant us safety during this day of relaxation with the students and teachers as the team rejoices in the time we have had, but also anticipates the sorrows of leaving the next day. Ask that God grant the team members a peaceful rest in preparation for the return home.
Pray that God would grant us safety during this day of relaxation with the students and teachers as the team rejoices in the time we have had, but also anticipates the sorrows of leaving the next day. Ask that God grant the team members a peaceful rest in preparation for the return home.
Friday, February 25 Prayer Request
Friday, February 25
Pray that God would work in the hearts of students and team members to make the most of this final day of classes in ways that would lift up our Christian faith and life. Pray that God would grant to the team members courage to speak clearly of the hope that is within us to the assembled students at the closing ceremony. Ask that God would grant safety for those students and team members who will be spending time together Friday evening.
Pray that God would work in the hearts of students and team members to make the most of this final day of classes in ways that would lift up our Christian faith and life. Pray that God would grant to the team members courage to speak clearly of the hope that is within us to the assembled students at the closing ceremony. Ask that God would grant safety for those students and team members who will be spending time together Friday evening.
Thursday, February 24 Prayer Request
Thursday, February 24
Pray that God would continue to work on the hearts of the family members of students visited the night before. Pray that our student led lunches be good times of connecting and encouraging to those who do believe in Jesus as Savior and Lord. Thursday have been the day when the Student Christian Fellowship meets. Ask that God would grant to the Christian students courage to speak up on behalf of the faith. Ask that God would move hearts of other students who have been invited to take time to come and listen to the witness of students. Also ask that God would lead the team to prepare a good witness for the closing ceremony on Friday.
Pray that God would continue to work on the hearts of the family members of students visited the night before. Pray that our student led lunches be good times of connecting and encouraging to those who do believe in Jesus as Savior and Lord. Thursday have been the day when the Student Christian Fellowship meets. Ask that God would grant to the Christian students courage to speak up on behalf of the faith. Ask that God would move hearts of other students who have been invited to take time to come and listen to the witness of students. Also ask that God would lead the team to prepare a good witness for the closing ceremony on Friday.
Wednesday, February 23 Prayer Request
Wednesday, February 23
Pray that God would be with team members as they visit student homes for supper. This evening provides opportunities for witnessing to the family about God’s great love for us through Jesus Christ. Since this is one of the longer days for team members, ask that God grant the team strength for the day and peaceful rest at night.
Pray that God would be with team members as they visit student homes for supper. This evening provides opportunities for witnessing to the family about God’s great love for us through Jesus Christ. Since this is one of the longer days for team members, ask that God grant the team strength for the day and peaceful rest at night.
Tuesday, February 22 Prayer Request
Tuesday, February 22
Pray that God would bless our student-led lunches that these be times of relationship development and opportunities for witnessing to the power of Christ in our lives. Pray that our class time be beneficial in many ways. Evenings provide opportunities for connecting with people. Ask that God grant these times to be helpful. Pray that our rest time at night be restful.
Pray that God would bless our student-led lunches that these be times of relationship development and opportunities for witnessing to the power of Christ in our lives. Pray that our class time be beneficial in many ways. Evenings provide opportunities for connecting with people. Ask that God grant these times to be helpful. Pray that our rest time at night be restful.
Monday, February 21 Prayer Request
Monday, February 21
Pray that God would bless our initial contacts with all the students this day, and especially as we address a major part of the student body in our opening convocation. God grant that our witness be simple, and powerful, focusing on the power of Christ in hearts and lives by His cross. Ask that God grant also to the families of the team members peace of heart during this lengthy separation.
Pray that God would bless our initial contacts with all the students this day, and especially as we address a major part of the student body in our opening convocation. God grant that our witness be simple, and powerful, focusing on the power of Christ in hearts and lives by His cross. Ask that God grant also to the families of the team members peace of heart during this lengthy separation.
UPDATE!!!
Saturday evening and Sunday we attended worship services with the kids here at the school. Saturday's is tailored for the kids, kind of a youth meeting and it was so refreshing to see a room full of kids participating in worship, leading the singing, and giving testimony about their faith. Lots of energy and enthusiasm. Part of the service was a discussion of the main points of the sermon. As a group, we got to lead the small groups in the discussion. After providing a few minutes to do that, they played a Bible knowledge game, group against group covering Joseph's life. Then they closed the service. Great experience. Wish kids in our Lutheran churches were as enthusiastic as these.
Because we were here and they wanted to give us a chance to meet the congregation here - Amazing Grace Lutheran Church - there was a more typical Lutheran special occasion service - worship and a pot luck! Great homemade food and fellowship with the congregation and the kids from the school who go to the church. The service again was marked by a lot of participation from the kids in leading singing and taking up the collection.
The trip has been very good so far. A lot of the kids paid their own way to come out to the airport to meet us as we got off the plane. With three members of the team having been here before and two more of us who met the kids who came to South Dakota last summer, there were some built in relationships to build on. The teachers are enthusiastic and it is going to be a great opportunity to be in the classrooms this week.
We had lunch the first day with the President of the Hong Kong Synod and the school Principal. Yesterday was parents' day at the school (much like ours where the parents come in to meet with the teachers and get their children's progress reports) so that was an opportunity for the parents to actually see one of the mission groups over here to help with their children's education. We had dinner yesterday with some of the kids who we met on previous trips or on their US visit. Today we get to do some touring. A couple of the places I haven't been on previous trips to Hong Kong (in the Navy) and some I have seen. There will be students going along with us, so we will all have our little groups of 4 or so to interact with during the day. Tomorrow we start working in the classrooms!
More later!
Because we were here and they wanted to give us a chance to meet the congregation here - Amazing Grace Lutheran Church - there was a more typical Lutheran special occasion service - worship and a pot luck! Great homemade food and fellowship with the congregation and the kids from the school who go to the church. The service again was marked by a lot of participation from the kids in leading singing and taking up the collection.
The trip has been very good so far. A lot of the kids paid their own way to come out to the airport to meet us as we got off the plane. With three members of the team having been here before and two more of us who met the kids who came to South Dakota last summer, there were some built in relationships to build on. The teachers are enthusiastic and it is going to be a great opportunity to be in the classrooms this week.
We had lunch the first day with the President of the Hong Kong Synod and the school Principal. Yesterday was parents' day at the school (much like ours where the parents come in to meet with the teachers and get their children's progress reports) so that was an opportunity for the parents to actually see one of the mission groups over here to help with their children's education. We had dinner yesterday with some of the kids who we met on previous trips or on their US visit. Today we get to do some touring. A couple of the places I haven't been on previous trips to Hong Kong (in the Navy) and some I have seen. There will be students going along with us, so we will all have our little groups of 4 or so to interact with during the day. Tomorrow we start working in the classrooms!
More later!
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Sunday, February 20 Prayer Request
Sunday, February 20
Pray that God would move the hearts of those invited to worship to be with the team for worship Sunday morning at Amazing Grace Lutheran Church worshipping at our host school. Pray that God’s powerful Word change hearts and lives. Also pray that as the team continues to work on its activities at the school for the week, that our hearts and minds be guided with wisdom and understanding. Also ask God’s blessings on the relationships initiated with our ambassador students.
Pray that God would move the hearts of those invited to worship to be with the team for worship Sunday morning at Amazing Grace Lutheran Church worshipping at our host school. Pray that God’s powerful Word change hearts and lives. Also pray that as the team continues to work on its activities at the school for the week, that our hearts and minds be guided with wisdom and understanding. Also ask God’s blessings on the relationships initiated with our ambassador students.
Saturday, February 19 Prayer Request
Saturday, February 19
Pray for the Holy Spirit’s guidance in our actions and words as we meet old friends and meet new students and teachers. Pray that others will see the light of Jesus Christ in the team members and give glory to the Father in Heaven. Pray that our invitations to the students to be with us for worship on Sunday morning would fall on fertile hearts. Pray for physical strength to get through the time adjustments needed to be ready for the daily tasks at hand.
Pray for the Holy Spirit’s guidance in our actions and words as we meet old friends and meet new students and teachers. Pray that others will see the light of Jesus Christ in the team members and give glory to the Father in Heaven. Pray that our invitations to the students to be with us for worship on Sunday morning would fall on fertile hearts. Pray for physical strength to get through the time adjustments needed to be ready for the daily tasks at hand.
Friday, February 18, 2011
Thursday-Friday, February 17-18 Prayers
As the team begins its air travel from Sioux Falls to Chicago, then Hong Kong, pray for safe travel to and from airports, and safety in the nearly 20 hours of airtime for travelling. Grant peaceful rest at our arrival at Hong Kong Friday evening.
Friday, February 11, 2011
Schedule Overview
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Date Time Activities
Thu, Feb. 17 Depart USA
Fri, Feb. 18 6:05pm Arrive HK airport - met by Service Coordinator
6:45pm Board van
7:30pm Arrive MCDH school
Sat, Feb. 19 Orientation
Meet with President Yung
Welcoming lunch
Student fellowship with Anthony
Sun, Feb. 20 W w/Amazing Grace
Lunch
Review lesson plans
Getting around Tseung Kwan O
Mon, Feb. 21 9:00am Leave on van for Wong Tai Sin Temple
9:30am Arrive Wong Tai Sin Temple
11:00am Leave on van for TST Ferry Pier
11:30am Leave for Central Ferry Pier on Star Ferry
11:45am Leave Central Ferry Pier for The Peak on the van
12:15pm Arrive at The Peak. Eat lunch and shop
2:30pm Meet and go up Sky Terrace
3:00pm Board Peak Tram
3:30pm Board van to Ladies' Market
4:00pm Arrive, eat, and shop at Ladies' Market
8:00pm Meet at Langham Place. Depart for MCDH
Tue, Feb. 22 English activities
Lunch with students
English activities
Team Supper
Wed, Feb. 23 English activities
Lunch with students
English activities
4:30pm Leave for LCMS WM Asia Headquarters
7:30pm Leave for MCDH
Thur, Feb. 24 English activities
Lunch with students
English activities
Home visit
Fri, Feb. 25 English activities
Lunch with students
English activities
Sat, Feb. 26 Student fellowship
Sightseeing/shopping (Optional)
Packing
Sun, Feb. 27 9:00am Depart for the airport (11:30am US 6464 to Chicago)
Date Time Activities
Thu, Feb. 17 Depart USA
Fri, Feb. 18 6:05pm Arrive HK airport - met by Service Coordinator
6:45pm Board van
7:30pm Arrive MCDH school
Sat, Feb. 19 Orientation
Meet with President Yung
Welcoming lunch
Student fellowship with Anthony
Sun, Feb. 20 W w/Amazing Grace
Lunch
Review lesson plans
Getting around Tseung Kwan O
Mon, Feb. 21 9:00am Leave on van for Wong Tai Sin Temple
9:30am Arrive Wong Tai Sin Temple
11:00am Leave on van for TST Ferry Pier
11:30am Leave for Central Ferry Pier on Star Ferry
11:45am Leave Central Ferry Pier for The Peak on the van
12:15pm Arrive at The Peak. Eat lunch and shop
2:30pm Meet and go up Sky Terrace
3:00pm Board Peak Tram
3:30pm Board van to Ladies' Market
4:00pm Arrive, eat, and shop at Ladies' Market
8:00pm Meet at Langham Place. Depart for MCDH
Tue, Feb. 22 English activities
Lunch with students
English activities
Team Supper
Wed, Feb. 23 English activities
Lunch with students
English activities
4:30pm Leave for LCMS WM Asia Headquarters
7:30pm Leave for MCDH
Thur, Feb. 24 English activities
Lunch with students
English activities
Home visit
Fri, Feb. 25 English activities
Lunch with students
English activities
Sat, Feb. 26 Student fellowship
Sightseeing/shopping (Optional)
Packing
Sun, Feb. 27 9:00am Depart for the airport (11:30am US 6464 to Chicago)
Sunday, January 2, 2011
Prayer Requests in the Planning
Daily Prayer Request
Hong Kong Mission Trip
February 17-27, 2011
Week of February 6-12
Pray that the Father Almighty would overshadow the team with His care and protection from all attacks of Satan to discourage and frustrate. Ask for blessing upon the preparations both in SD and at our host school in Hong Kong to facilitate a good and beneficial time together in the name of Jesus Christ.
Hong Kong Mission Trip
February 17-27, 2011
Week of February 6-12
Pray that the Father Almighty would overshadow the team with His care and protection from all attacks of Satan to discourage and frustrate. Ask for blessing upon the preparations both in SD and at our host school in Hong Kong to facilitate a good and beneficial time together in the name of Jesus Christ.
Our Schedule
Thursday-Friday, February 17-18
The team begins its air travel from Sioux Falls to Chicago, then Hong Kong.
Saturday, February 19
Meet old friends and meet new students and teachers.
Sunday, February 20
The team will worship Sunday morning at Amazing Grace Lutheran Church worshipping at our host school.
Monday, February 21
Initial contacts with all the students this day.
Tuesday, February 22
Begin student-led lunches.
Wednesday, February 23
Visit student homes for supper.
Thursday, February 24
The Student Christian Fellowship meets & have a closing ceremony.
Friday, February 25
Final day of classes.
Saturday, February 26
A day of relaxation with the students and teachers as the team rejoices in the time we have had, but also anticipates the sorrows of leaving the next day.
Sunday, February 27
Return home.
The team begins its air travel from Sioux Falls to Chicago, then Hong Kong.
Saturday, February 19
Meet old friends and meet new students and teachers.
Sunday, February 20
The team will worship Sunday morning at Amazing Grace Lutheran Church worshipping at our host school.
Monday, February 21
Initial contacts with all the students this day.
Tuesday, February 22
Begin student-led lunches.
Wednesday, February 23
Visit student homes for supper.
Thursday, February 24
The Student Christian Fellowship meets & have a closing ceremony.
Friday, February 25
Final day of classes.
Saturday, February 26
A day of relaxation with the students and teachers as the team rejoices in the time we have had, but also anticipates the sorrows of leaving the next day.
Sunday, February 27
Return home.
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