It's Hot Down Here...

I am writing to you from Bay St. Louis, Mississippi. I will keep this short. I am down here with a team from Portland helping out with Katrina Relief. I know it seems like the hurricane was a long time ago but you would be amazed at how little work has been done. Some places look like the storm came through yesterday! We are doing a lot of different stuff; case management, working on houses, loading and unloading, working around camp, and working at the distribution center. It has been an intense experience but a good one as well. We have been able to hear some amazing stories and meet some rad people. I feel like God has me here for several reasons. It is a great opportunity to minister, to learn flexibility, and to get prepared for Africa. I will be doing different things in Namibia but I feel like I am learning from this experience. I promised I would keep it short so I will end it now. I would love to hear from everybody, email me at Jessrd19@comcast.net. Below are some prayers and praises!

Praise:
*God is doing some great stuff down here.
*City Team (the organization we are with) has received a great grant that will help finish six houses.
*We have been able to help assess cases to meet the neediest folks.

Prayers:
*For our health, the weather can take a toll on us. Also that we take good care of ourselves by eating regularly, staying hydrated, and getting enough sleep
*We can continue to be a light to the people down here.
*We don't get to busy to spend time with the Lord every day.