Job Description?

I do not have a medical degree.  I can not diagnose or start an iv. But, what I CAN do, I'm good at- loving and caring for those in need. Maybe you're reading thinking, "I don't know if I could go to India and do that stuff".  We had a conversation last night during our debrief wondering how these full time volunteers do this day in and day out.  The needs are so vast and if you looked with your natural eye, you'd see a big, black, bottomless hole. We were 'forewarned' of this in our orientation and after a week, we're finally seeing why.  But, we're also seeing that each team member and anyone who dare make a step of faith to venture here, functions in their specific role. Each one has a part to play and something unique to offer.  We are just mere (wo)men and our abilities are limited, our skills are meager BUT our hearts are eager.

What we've come to do is NOT sit in pity, or be stunned by the overwhelming details.  We carry a light.  We carry a truth.  We stand fast in what we believe and we know the difference we can make.  The power we function in trumps all other seemingly needed qualifications and we move forward confidently in this.  Every hand we hold, every smile we show, each prayer we pray with power and each word we give in truth, breaks the chains and frees those around us.

So, what IS our job description?  What are we doing here? Because of the joy set before us, the following have become our daily acts of service.

Loving on  babies

Spending time with children

Comforting those in need

Playing games & bringing laughter

Putting band-aids on boo-boo's...

...BUT praying first. 

....and bringing joy!

cutting hair with dull scissors... 

and wiggly toddlers.

Clipping finger & toe nails 

Sharing the GOOD news

Bringing energy and encouragement to others 

 Here we are with Betty, a wonderful lady who has been serving full time in one of the girl's homes. We were so blessed to have met her and hear her story about coming to India on a short trip which then turned into a 3 month stay.  She left the comforts of her New Hampshire life and moved into a 3rd floor apartment with 10 girls (4 of whom are blind).  She cares for these girls night and day.  None of the children or helpers speak very much English and have various health needs. They have no refrigerator, no stove and barely enough room.  What they do have is joy, love and laughter.  Betty has seen the Lord fulfill her needs while here in India.  She teaches the girls English and life skills. We were able to offer her some encouragement and support.  Sometimes when you're homesick all you need is to be understood.  She has been a huge inspiration to us all and we're blessed to co-labor together.