FAMILY WITH A MISSION

Monday, February 13, 2012

Dominican Republic

Today we had the unexpected delight of a short walking tour through Santo Domingo, the capital city of the Dominican Republic. What rich history!! I'm embarrassed to say "I had no idea!" It was great to learn more about this nation that we plan to serve with Ywam & homes of hope.

Highlights & pictures...

The Dominican Republic flag is the only flag with a bible on it.

The first catholic mass in the new world occurred here in January 6, 1494 when Columbus brought back a Priest with him. When Columbus died he considered his major accomplishment as the spreading of Christianity.

The first cathedral in new world was built here 1523 to 1540. Columbus was buried him this cathedral until 1992, 500 anniversary of the new world. Pope came here for celebration to move his bones to the Columbus Light House.

President & Bishop.

The first painting ever brought to Americas.

Sir Francis Drake was a pirate/hero from England that used the cathedral as his home. Notice the hand cut off the bishop. The bishop was holding a gold cross a d Drake took it with him when he left.

First University in Americas. It was Started by St. Thomas Aquinas.

Home of Christopher Columbus' son Diego. The 3rd floor was burned burned by Drake sO just two floors now. The home is a replica of one in Toledo Spain.

This city was walled and contains the main artery ricer to reach the island Columbus required all explorers to stop at the city to register in new world. If they did not stop then their discoveries & claims were not considered legal.

Haitian Refugee Camp in the DR

-Jessica Lindsey
"You may not be able to change the whole world, but you can change one person's whole world."
sent from my iPhone

The YWAM base here in the DR teaches a Vacation Bible School every Sat in one of the many Haitian Refugee camps. I was able to go along and it was such a rewarding experience. The children are so beautiful and happy! Life is funny that way...just a hug or a piggy back ride meant so much to them!!!

From Mother Teresa: "Only in heaven will we see how much we owe to the poor for helping us to love God better because of them."

Friday, February 10, 2012

Wow! What a difference 4 feet makes

This new design in the Dominican Republic is 20 x 20!! It has two bedrooms. Living room and kitchen separate!!! Amazing. Plus a front and back door!!!

Another great idea. Put the door on he side so the rain doesn't run over the doorway.

Great story. This is first Homes of Hope in Dominican Republic. A pastor was trying to build a new church and was living with three kids in a shack. He said, "I will focus on building a church for the Lord, He will provide me a home."

He was correct. Just before the Pastor finished building his church, Homes of Hope gave him a home!!!!

God's Fulfillment!!

First Homes of Hope done by DEFENDER in the Dominican Republic

We visited the first house built by DEFENDER here six months ago. The family is sooooooo happy healthy & terrific. The little son was soo smart. Feels so good to know he has a roof in the rain. A door to lock at night. A light to read by!!!

The little dude I loved from the home.

The view across street from house. All playing baseball. The next major leaguers.

All the locals beg to have u take their pic n show it to u. They don't have digital cameras. They don't have pictures. They don't have MIRRORS!

Homes of Hope Dominican Republic

They have built over 3,000 homes in Mexico but only 13 here in the past 9 mos since opening. The goal is to build 30 here this yr. come join us on a build!!! CWAM and our family will be building here October 17 to 21!!!

Jess in front of home
Vented roof
Shutter windows
Build site
Dave at local store
Fancy house right in same neighborhood ???
Neighboring happy children!