Friday, May 15, 2009
SAN LUIS FLU REPORT
There have been 3 confirmed cases in San Luis of the H1N1 virus. All three are resting at home without major complications. They have all been linked with people who were sick in Arizona, where there are more cases. Right now the local health departments are treating this as a normal seasonal flu, because it has turned out to be a mild strain. Early panic and deaths were caused by ignorance and inadequate care, but those who see a doctor at the outset of symptoms have had no problems. The main suggestion, and this goes for all over the world has there have been cases everywhere, is frequent hand washings. This virus is spread by droplets, not through the air, so with proper care and precaution, it can be avoided.
SPECIAL VISITORS
Steve and Jenny from Salzburg PA visited the boys home to celebrate Luis Adolfo's birthday and to begin work on the adoption process for Luis. They took the boys to the Palapas Swimming Park and had a party for Luis. Pray as the process begins that all goes well. Here are some pictures from their trip.
TEACHING ENGLISH
Staci Hughes, from Cornerstone Ministries in Delmont is here for a month teaching the kids English. Pray that she will have the patience, and that the children will have a desire to learn. We want to do all we can to prepare them for the best future possible.
POLL RESULTS AND NEW POLL
Hey everybody! Our latest poll has closed, and here are the results. 39 people answered the question, when do you check out the blog? Twelve folks check it everyday. 18 check it at least once a week. 6 check it when I tell them to via Email and 2 check it at least once a month. 1 Person found us for the first time via the internet. Thanks for participating!
Our new poll is asking when was the last time you were in San Luis. Please take a second to click your answer so we can know more about you.
Our new poll is asking when was the last time you were in San Luis. Please take a second to click your answer so we can know more about you.
MEET OUR SHUT INS VOLUME 3
Today's shut in is Leonor. She is 87 years old and lives with her 50 year old daughter who has epilepsy and is mentally ill. They live on what folks like Inez and Caring Hearts can give them. Pray that God will comfort them and give them strength.
Friday, May 8, 2009
KING FOR A DAY
By Marcelo Santos
A few days before his birthday, I asked Guillermo what were some of his dreams and desires and he said "I have many." So I asked again, "Tell me a special one, something that you would want for your birthday as a gift." And with all of his heart he said..."Well, one of my desires is to one day go to Burger King." I asked him why. He said that one day when the Americans took us to eat at the Chinese Restaurant, and he saw it and he thought it was so nice and wondered what it was like inside, and that is one of my dreams and desires.
This story touched our heart, and at that moment, God put in our heart the desire to be a blessing for this boy. You should have seen his face when we arrived at Burger King, it was a beautiful time for Guillermo, and also for us, to see how he played laughed and enjoyed his time in Burger King.
Perhaps for us, it isn't anything special, Burger King, but people like Guillermo that do not have this privilege to have a home, a family, who do not have the economic means, to be able to go out to eat, the desire just stays in their heart. I believe we should be thankful to Our God, for the privilege and blessing that we have. There are times we take things for granted, and we don't value what God has given. I believe we should be thankful all of the time.
I hope this story helps us to reflect and value all that God has given us till now.
A few days before his birthday, I asked Guillermo what were some of his dreams and desires and he said "I have many." So I asked again, "Tell me a special one, something that you would want for your birthday as a gift." And with all of his heart he said..."Well, one of my desires is to one day go to Burger King." I asked him why. He said that one day when the Americans took us to eat at the Chinese Restaurant, and he saw it and he thought it was so nice and wondered what it was like inside, and that is one of my dreams and desires.
This story touched our heart, and at that moment, God put in our heart the desire to be a blessing for this boy. You should have seen his face when we arrived at Burger King, it was a beautiful time for Guillermo, and also for us, to see how he played laughed and enjoyed his time in Burger King.
Perhaps for us, it isn't anything special, Burger King, but people like Guillermo that do not have this privilege to have a home, a family, who do not have the economic means, to be able to go out to eat, the desire just stays in their heart. I believe we should be thankful to Our God, for the privilege and blessing that we have. There are times we take things for granted, and we don't value what God has given. I believe we should be thankful all of the time.
I hope this story helps us to reflect and value all that God has given us till now.
MEET OUR SHUT INS VOLUME 2
FLU REPORT: CASES IN SAN LUIS O
Today's shut in is Consuelo. Consuelo has had a difficult life. Her husband was killed in a car accident. She has heart problems and recently had to have open heart surgery. She has 6 children, some who are doing what they can to help, but most of what they earn goes to paying the medical bills. Another situation she is dealing with: She lives in a house that is partially located on the lot of another family. They are asking her to move out soon. With some help from Sonlight Church in VA Beach and St. Ferdinands in Cranberry, we have started a new home for her, and we hope to finish it in November with a group from St. Ferdinands. Pray for Consuelo, her health, and patience from the owners.
Today's shut in is Consuelo. Consuelo has had a difficult life. Her husband was killed in a car accident. She has heart problems and recently had to have open heart surgery. She has 6 children, some who are doing what they can to help, but most of what they earn goes to paying the medical bills. Another situation she is dealing with: She lives in a house that is partially located on the lot of another family. They are asking her to move out soon. With some help from Sonlight Church in VA Beach and St. Ferdinands in Cranberry, we have started a new home for her, and we hope to finish it in November with a group from St. Ferdinands. Pray for Consuelo, her health, and patience from the owners.
Thursday, May 7, 2009
MEET OUR SHUT INS VOLUME 1
FLU REPORT - CASES IN SAN LUIS: O
The last time we did our shut in ministry with a group, I felt overwhelmed by the needs that I saw. In my heart was a desire to do more. At around the same time, our director Harold McKamish had an answer to prayer in a family situation, and he asked God what He would want him to do. These two ideas met at our blog, and now Caring Hearts will be helping Ines and her shut ins in a greater way. In the next few days I want to present to you some of the folks we will be ministering to. Every other week, a local charity gives out food. Inez picks that food up and distributes it to the shut ins. We will be helping Inez meet the needs she has as well as adding to what is given to the people. These folks are the neediest of the needy, and it breaks our heart to see and know the conditions they are confronting. Please pray for this new ministry and ask God if He would want to participate through you with prayer or financial support.
Our first shut in is Hermina Salgado. Hermina is a grandmother who takes care of two of her grandchildren. Her son is in jail, and the mother abandoned the kids to her. One of the children, Jesus Emanuel, has severe cerebral palsey and is severely handicapped. Hermina lives in an old house on what folks like us help her with. Pray that God will give her strength to care for Jesus and her granddaughter.
The last time we did our shut in ministry with a group, I felt overwhelmed by the needs that I saw. In my heart was a desire to do more. At around the same time, our director Harold McKamish had an answer to prayer in a family situation, and he asked God what He would want him to do. These two ideas met at our blog, and now Caring Hearts will be helping Ines and her shut ins in a greater way. In the next few days I want to present to you some of the folks we will be ministering to. Every other week, a local charity gives out food. Inez picks that food up and distributes it to the shut ins. We will be helping Inez meet the needs she has as well as adding to what is given to the people. These folks are the neediest of the needy, and it breaks our heart to see and know the conditions they are confronting. Please pray for this new ministry and ask God if He would want to participate through you with prayer or financial support.
Our first shut in is Hermina Salgado. Hermina is a grandmother who takes care of two of her grandchildren. Her son is in jail, and the mother abandoned the kids to her. One of the children, Jesus Emanuel, has severe cerebral palsey and is severely handicapped. Hermina lives in an old house on what folks like us help her with. Pray that God will give her strength to care for Jesus and her granddaughter.
Hermina and Jesus Emanuel
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
BACK TO SCHOOL
FLU REPORT: CASES IN SAN LUIS: O
The government has announced that all children are to return to school this coming Monday. They are asking people to continue to be careful and wash their hands frequently, but this flu has proven to be mild. Surprisingly, while their have been no incidences in San Luis, there have been 11 cases in Yuma County, but every one has already recuperated without hospitalization. The Yuma health department is considering it a normal flu season.
The government has announced that all children are to return to school this coming Monday. They are asking people to continue to be careful and wash their hands frequently, but this flu has proven to be mild. Surprisingly, while their have been no incidences in San Luis, there have been 11 cases in Yuma County, but every one has already recuperated without hospitalization. The Yuma health department is considering it a normal flu season.
Monday, May 4, 2009
OASIS BOYS AT WORK
SWINE FLU REPORT
CONFIRMED CASES IN SONORA AND SAN LUIS: O
The last time we visited the local nursing home, the director mentioned to Adalberto that there was a need for some repairs on their patio floor. She asked if we were able to provide some materials to help. Adalberto mentioned the need to me and we went to work. We got the materials and sent Luis, Gerardo and Rodolfo from the boys home out to do the job. It was their first job without any help from Pedro, and they did a good one. The director of the home was very impressed with the work and attitude of the boys. She donated some picnic tables to Caring Hearts. We thank God that two of our ministries could help one another and that the boys have shown they have learned what they have been taught. Enjoy the pictures.
CONFIRMED CASES IN SONORA AND SAN LUIS: O
The last time we visited the local nursing home, the director mentioned to Adalberto that there was a need for some repairs on their patio floor. She asked if we were able to provide some materials to help. Adalberto mentioned the need to me and we went to work. We got the materials and sent Luis, Gerardo and Rodolfo from the boys home out to do the job. It was their first job without any help from Pedro, and they did a good one. The director of the home was very impressed with the work and attitude of the boys. She donated some picnic tables to Caring Hearts. We thank God that two of our ministries could help one another and that the boys have shown they have learned what they have been taught. Enjoy the pictures.
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