We're here!

Our guide for the week, Abraham, and our leader Rob

Hi friends and family!

Just wanted to pop in and let everyone know that we made it to Kenya safely. For our first night, we are staying at a hotel in Nairobi not too far from the airport. It's just past midnight here as I write this and we are to be up and ready for breakfast at 8am. From there, we will head to Ngaamba (the community where we will be serving the entire week), about a two hour drive, to meet the community leaders and get to know the area. We are told Saturday and Sunday are "relaxation days," per Kenyan custom, and then as our guide said, "Monday we will make you pay for those two days when we put you to work!"

Speaking of our guide, his name is Abraham and he is super friendly and speaks intermittent Spanish, which is both surprising and awesome at the same time. He has made us feel so welcome in the short time we have been here. Our leader Rob has known Abraham for years from all his past 410 Bridge trips and has nothing but great things to say about him, so we're looking forward to some great stories this week.

When we got on the bus at the airport, Abraham let us know that he and the other leaders we have for the week have been praying for us and how great it is to see us arrive and everything come to fruition. After that, he prayed for us with a passion like none I have ever heard. It is incredible to hear how others speak to and worship our God and I know we are all looking forward to seeing more of that this Sunday at church in Ngaamba.

In the meantime, we're going to get some sleep (I think about 50% of us are already passed out!) and prepare for the incredible journey God has brought us on here in Kenya. Blessings to you all!