Comments on: A Change of Plans http://www.disciplemexico.org/2007/11/a-change-of-plans.html News, notes and personal reflection from the Godzwa family during their mission to make disciples in Mexico Thu, 20 Nov 2008 18:23:03 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.6.3 By: Dave http://www.disciplemexico.org/2007/11/a-change-of-plans.html#comment-41498 Dave Wed, 07 Nov 2007 05:54:20 +0000 http://www.disciplemexico.org/2007/11/a-change-of-plans.html#comment-41498 Tona, I had no idea that your family lived in Villa. If you can send us an address we might be able to get them some necessities. If you are in contact, let us know where we might reach them. Dan, Thanks for opening up the forum for suggestions. Let me tell you what I know so far. Paul and Sandy Kazim, our fellow missionaries here in Mérida, are planning a trip to bring medical care and supplies to Tabasco. We'll be leaving on the 19th with them to take a team of doctors and nurses along with all of the supplies that we can fit into three vehicles. If you'd like to support this trip, you can take a look at the information on <a href="http://www.mexicoag.org" rel="nofollow">http://www.mexicoag.org</a> Convoy of Hope is receiving a shipment of dry goods in Veracruz, bound for Tabasco in the coming days. As well, they will be coordinating with the group from that will be traveling from Mérida in order to distribute the items that have been shipped. So if you would like to help in that way you can make a contribution the the Convoy of Hope's International Disaster Response Fund at <a href="http://www.convoyofhope.com" rel="nofollow">www.convoyofhope.com</a> Tona,

I had no idea that your family lived in Villa. If you can send us an address we might be able to get them some necessities. If you are in contact, let us know where we might reach them.

Dan,

Thanks for opening up the forum for suggestions. Let me tell you what I know so far.

Paul and Sandy Kazim, our fellow missionaries here in Mérida, are planning a trip to bring medical care and supplies to Tabasco. We’ll be leaving on the 19th with them to take a team of doctors and nurses along with all of the supplies that we can fit into three vehicles. If you’d like to support this trip, you can take a look at the information on http://www.mexicoag.org

Convoy of Hope is receiving a shipment of dry goods in Veracruz, bound for Tabasco in the coming days. As well, they will be coordinating with the group from that will be traveling from Mérida in order to distribute the items that have been shipped. So if you would like to help in that way you can make a contribution the the Convoy of Hope’s International Disaster Response Fund at http://www.convoyofhope.com

]]> By: Dan V http://www.disciplemexico.org/2007/11/a-change-of-plans.html#comment-41441 Dan V Tue, 06 Nov 2007 15:46:07 +0000 http://www.disciplemexico.org/2007/11/a-change-of-plans.html#comment-41441 Wow. I just ran a story on AG News about the flooding in Tabasco. I would like to recommend that you consider advising people to perhaps give through the Convoy of Hope (www.ConvoyofHope.org). The reason I believe this would be more effective is that through the organization's connections, for every $1 given, they get $5 to $8 worth of relief supplies. In other words, you might be able to buy 100 gallons of drinking water for the money you give, where Convoy of Hope could supply 500 to 800 gallons of drinking water with the same gift. Anyway, I know they are actively working with partner organizations in the area. However, I think the harsh reality is that until the water subsides somewhat, access to many people will be near impossible...meaning the need will be desperate by the time help can arrive. Well, if you need to contact Convoy of Hope in person to make a connection (learn how to coordinate efforts with them perhaps), contact info is on their Web site or you could just call them (417-823-8998). Dan Wow. I just ran a story on AG News about the flooding in Tabasco. I would like to recommend that you consider advising people to perhaps give through the Convoy of Hope (www.ConvoyofHope.org). The reason I believe this would be more effective is that through the organization’s connections, for every $1 given, they get $5 to $8 worth of relief supplies. In other words, you might be able to buy 100 gallons of drinking water for the money you give, where Convoy of Hope could supply 500 to 800 gallons of drinking water with the same gift. Anyway, I know they are actively working with partner organizations in the area. However, I think the harsh reality is that until the water subsides somewhat, access to many people will be near impossible…meaning the need will be desperate by the time help can arrive. Well, if you need to contact Convoy of Hope in person to make a connection (learn how to coordinate efforts with them perhaps), contact info is on their Web site or you could just call them (417-823-8998).
Dan

]]> By: Tona http://www.disciplemexico.org/2007/11/a-change-of-plans.html#comment-41432 Tona Tue, 06 Nov 2007 12:00:10 +0000 http://www.disciplemexico.org/2007/11/a-change-of-plans.html#comment-41432 I'm so glad to hear you guys are able to help. My dad, grandparents and most of my extended family live in Villahermosa. Fortunately my grandparent's house and my dad's ranch were spared flooding, but my uncle's church is severely flooded. They're all kind of stuck without access to food and water, but praise God they are safe. God will provide what they need. Corey and I, along with a large network of prayer warriors are heavy in prayer for Villahermosa and all of Tabasco and Chiapas. ~Tona I’m so glad to hear you guys are able to help. My dad, grandparents and most of my extended family live in Villahermosa. Fortunately my grandparent’s house and my dad’s ranch were spared flooding, but my uncle’s church is severely flooded. They’re all kind of stuck without access to food and water, but praise God they are safe. God will provide what they need. Corey and I, along with a large network of prayer warriors are heavy in prayer for Villahermosa and all of Tabasco and Chiapas.
~Tona

]]> By: Kelly http://www.disciplemexico.org/2007/11/a-change-of-plans.html#comment-41385 Kelly Tue, 06 Nov 2007 02:38:10 +0000 http://www.disciplemexico.org/2007/11/a-change-of-plans.html#comment-41385 The kids brought home information concerning the needs in Tabasco today. After discussing the situation and needs at the dinner table, we found out what was on our kids' minds. Rebekah wants to help in the way of clothing. Joseph wants to dive into the houses that are submerged to rescue people, and Jonathan is concerned about the babies and wants to make sure they have enough milk. (We did explain to Joseph that his idea, although valiant, was not the realm of possibilities . . .) During a crisis such as this, I'm glad to see our kids stepping up to the plate. Kelly The kids brought home information concerning the needs in Tabasco today. After discussing the situation and needs at the dinner table, we found out what was on our kids’ minds. Rebekah wants to help in the way of clothing. Joseph wants to dive into the houses that are submerged to rescue people, and Jonathan is concerned about the babies and wants to make sure they have enough milk. (We did explain to Joseph that his idea, although valiant, was not the realm of possibilities . . .) During a crisis such as this, I’m glad to see our kids stepping up to the plate.
Kelly

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