Hola!!
Last night was a melee of soccer starting with a rematch against the local high
school kids playing an indoor version of 6 on 6 that was reminiscent of a
human pin ball game. The boys played well and earned the respect of the local
players and evened the score. Our team showed good sportsman ship and
represented our mission and County well. Prayer followed with testimonies
and heart felt kinship in His name.
Oscar, has done a wonderful job of motivating the local teens and young
adults to participate in his sports ministry. In fact, they spent Friday
on the field playing and worshipping rather than hanging out on the
streets. Many are from broken homes and have no one to mentor them or
steer them away from local gangs. Oscar has proven to be an amazing role model
showing how kids from broken homes can find a safe place and experience God´s
love. It´s great to watch!! It´s even better to be a part of the
experience.
Fortunately, no injuries to report in today's game but the heat index was over
100. Lots of water kept them hydrated on fields of mostly dirt. The
heat drained the players who will get some well deserved R and R this
evening. During the big game today the non soccer players entertained the
children with ring around the rosey, the limbo, and bubble busting, The
kids had a great time but the adults had even more fun. Big smiles!
Tonight we are off to the city after supper for ice cream and a bit of sight
seeing.
