3 months mark

I can't believe I've been on the ship for almost 3 months now. Time really flew by. I enjoy my time here tremendously. I am definitely experiencing God, and am growing closer to Him. I met a lot of people, and it's fascinating hearing their stories. I've made almost 3,000 loaves of bread thus far, plus a wide variety of desserts, and have been met with compliments. Life on the ship is not always easy though. There were times when I became frustrated, confused, or angry. However, when I remind myself that God called me here and that I am working for God, I feel much better.

I'm keeping myself busy with activities on and off the ship. In particular, I've been involved with prison fellowship. Every Saturday morning, for the past two months, I've been going to Monrovia Central Prison with 10 or so other Mercy Shippers visiting prisoners. I have never been in a prison before, and have never done anything like this. I was really nervous the first time crossing the threshold into the prison compound, wondering what would happen, and what I should say. However, as I met and spoke with the prisoners, I felt the presence of God. I was able to share scriptures with them, and speak words of encouragement and comfort to them. It was an amazing experience. I feel privileged to have the opportunity to share hope to some of the least fortunate people in this impoverished country.