tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-53549019269665468022012-02-28T15:24:28.876-08:00Forming One Body - Building One CommunityWesternoreply@blogger.comBlogger691100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-70708302960700139542009-05-26T10:35:00.000-07:002010-04-14T15:03:30.916-07:00

We have a new website and blog! Check out all the videos, photos, information, and new look at our new site:www.eocyugo.orgfor family/pre-arrival videos continue to go to:www.eocyugohomes.blogspot.com

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-91654132216397631912009-05-10T20:12:00.000-07:002009-05-10T20:15:06.981-07:00

Please read the following letter from Scott Wester, written to our summer teams regarding the flu concerns.Team Leaders,This week Ensenada area schools started returning to their regular schedules. By next week, all schools & businesses will be operating at normal levels. To this point there has not been an Outbreak in our area of Baja California. To my knowledge there has only been one person

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-78939800429890878962009-05-04T19:14:00.000-07:002009-05-06T11:35:35.782-07:00

This year we've had to respond to concerns regarding economics, violence, and now the H1N1 (swine) flu.  It's a difficult time but we trust God will continue to work and move and provide opportunities to love and serve the forgotten people here in Mexico.The Mexican government has enacted drastic measures to ensure the public health & safety during this time.  In addition to the closing of

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-72728759419114742462009-04-22T13:53:00.000-07:002009-04-22T14:17:57.841-07:00

Read our latest letter from EOC Director, Scott Wester, regarding about safety in Mexico In regard to the recent concerns about safety in Mexico, I wanted to share a few comments from some recent team's experiences.  Although each team has a unique experience serving in Mexico, one common experience shared by all teams over the 45+ years with YUGO is a wonderful experience with the people,

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-127617910762917552009-04-08T16:33:00.000-07:002009-04-08T18:57:41.083-07:00

Im learning a bit about fullness these days. We have over 215 campers here this week, plus our staff and extra staff we've called in just for this week puts us at about 250 people on site! We have people sleeping in tight quarters, we have two dining halls, we have buses and vans, we have a full camp. Amidst the busyness of a week of a week like this, amidst the running around, organizing, and

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-84512191764076529902009-03-30T18:46:00.000-07:002009-03-30T18:55:53.251-07:00

First things first - apologies for being delinquent on keeping the blog updated. The last several weeks have been a smorgasbord of happenings... some small teams have been here, some planning and prepping for the spring and summer months, camp renovations, visioning, and lots of things to keep us busy! It's a neat season of working all together at the camp, as well as continuing to support and

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-77643835566755072932009-02-18T14:44:00.000-08:002009-02-18T14:50:48.991-08:00

Welcome to the world and to our EOC family... Aaron David Trules Hudspeth!Kimyco & David were blessed with a baby boy Wednesday, February 11. Kimyco, David and Aaron are doing well and adjusting to their new routines and life together. Please continue to pray for them!

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-9073075208467495862009-02-10T11:54:00.000-08:002009-02-10T11:55:57.273-08:00

eight months ago i packed up my bedroom and i moved down here to the Ensenada Outreach Center. When i left roseville, i was excited, nervous, anxious and overwhelmed at the thought of living down here for over a year. my heart beat sped up everytime my mind would wander to the smiling and greatful faces of the families i'd built for before. i remember as i sat on the plane from Sacramento to San

lil' brittnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-48247986147965565982009-02-02T22:00:00.000-08:002009-02-02T22:05:49.048-08:00

sorry the blog is looking a bit strange these days. we ran into technological/photo copyright issues and have to work on some redesign of the blog. so until then, it looks a bit spacey and empty... our apologies!soon hope to have it looking flashy and fun for you all again. just our hope to keep you all connected and partnered with the crew and ministry here at the EOCDios te bendiga!

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-53709185556216861562009-01-29T10:56:00.000-08:002009-01-29T11:06:29.193-08:00

Take a look at the perspective of a week in Ensenada from the perspective of 5 kids. The video was put together by a team from Canada who came down as families and adults to build two homes. The video was being shared with their churches children's program. children... teaching children... teaching us...

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-42558988626222453452009-01-26T08:38:00.001-08:002009-01-26T09:55:48.074-08:00

Many people may think EOC is primarily a house building ministry. Granted, a lot of teams we work with do build houses for families in need but our hope and goal is far greater than shingles and drywall. Our desire is to bring people together, to build relationships, to love people. A house can't love - but the people who build it can... In all our projects and ministries we strive to see people

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-62845438694249761782009-01-12T14:57:00.000-08:002009-01-12T14:59:11.074-08:00

Here is a little video of myself(britt) and my fellow intern steph having fun with a pile of 250 pillows. :) the simple joys of donations.

lil' brittnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-82442289645865280122009-01-07T09:22:00.000-08:002009-01-07T10:04:54.880-08:00

Check out the little article from a local newspaper about the ministry of EOC. We are excited about various connections and relationships building with the community, government, and social services. We desire to build a positive reputation in the community and city of EnsenadaRegarding the article, please note an incorrect figure. We are ambitious but aren't able to build 300 houses in a year

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-48629054246500883622008-12-30T10:15:00.000-08:002008-12-30T11:28:33.689-08:00

Well Christmas day has come and gone, but we here at EOC wanted to wish you a Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! We just enjoyed a week off to celebrate with friends & family... and a relaxing time away from the work and business of camp life. For me, it was my first Christmas here in Mexico! It was awesome to experience new traditions and create new memories. The big Christmas celebrations here

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-37019879572926843972008-12-10T16:43:00.000-08:002008-12-10T17:21:02.159-08:00

Enjoy these videos capturing the special week we had building a house together as a staff team and our families!  (a first in EOC history, to have the chance to build ahome like this together!)A big thanks to First Family in California for funding this house build! It was truely a powerful week for us all! The first video is the 'pre-arrival' video; this video is taken at the time we interview 

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-44769500137249670032008-12-04T11:53:00.000-08:002008-12-04T11:54:25.758-08:00

So this entry will seem a little bit random, however it will all come together at the end.The first chunk of this entry is more or less an apology to my mom and dad. Growing up I had everything I could ever want, and more. My parents gave their left arm to make things possible for my sister and I. A beautiful home, food, clothing, protection, an education and so much love. The small things

*Steph-abulous*http://www.blogger.com/profile/08918134268498345615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-1007658042217942352008-12-01T14:08:00.000-08:002008-12-01T14:10:09.075-08:00

This weekend we had a group here that went out to the villages to do Project Joy. Project Joy is also what many people call the "shoe-box-ministry." The group that came was a small youth group from LA. They brought down over 200 boxes filled with gender-oriented toys and school supplies to hand out as Christmas presents. They started out the day in the village by doing a regular VBS; playing

lil' brittnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-22143703729206450112008-11-29T15:53:00.000-08:002008-11-30T15:18:24.802-08:00

i have these moments. these moments when everything seems surreal and right and spiritual and a whole whack of other emotions. i had a few of those this week...This past week we had a special week at EOC. We got to work on a house build project together as a whole staff. No teams. Just the staff. The 'hired pros', the office staff, the kitchen folks, the interns, all of us! We invited our

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-9024239448611844092008-11-04T14:45:00.000-08:002008-11-04T15:35:02.122-08:00

Even though things are bit 'quieter' around the camp, there's still been lots of activity!Lots of projects have been happening around the camp including the construction of the new donation/gift basket building, as well as renovations to the coffee shop, painting, general site maintenance, planning, and preparing!  Check out Brittney, above, showing off the newly painted donation building!Teams

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-25709745615261355242008-10-16T19:00:00.000-07:002008-10-16T19:08:53.662-07:00

Greetings EOC friends! After recovering from the crazy summer, some time to rest, and plan ahead, we have been enjoying being together again, hosting campers again, and continuing to dream and vision for the year ahead.I just spent several weeks back home in Canada and what struck me most about returning home was the importance of community. In having to say goodbyes, and connect with friends

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-66777890836362757002008-09-11T12:07:00.000-07:002008-09-11T12:30:50.847-07:00

Currently the entire EOC Staff are enjoying a few "down" weeks. Resting, playing, being with extended family, visiting friends, and some of us are just enjoying being in Ensenada.We will all be back together by the beginning of October, preparing to receive the first of our Fall teams. As we are catching our breath after our busiest summer ever, we have already started planning for next season.

Westernoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-63190481405494713122008-08-10T18:56:00.000-07:002008-08-10T18:57:06.320-07:00

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-20648135523331501182008-08-10T16:06:00.000-07:002008-08-10T16:31:31.749-07:00

Four short weeks. That was what my parents kept telling themselves as they had to say goodbye to me, their oldest daughter. That was also what they said to me over eight weeks ago, and guess what? I am still here at the Ensenada Outreach Center. So many things have happened in these short two months I have lived in Mexico; things that only could have happened through the power of God. The idea

alyssahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00279461053404157743noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-62066940704607182782008-08-03T13:49:00.001-07:002008-08-03T13:49:24.101-07:00

as i sit and look back at the last seven weeks, i get tears in my eyes. i think of the number of mexican families who are now sitting in their very own living room, i think of the hundreds of american and canadian lives transformed by the seven days they spent down here. i hear the laughter of the campers in the courtyard and the laughter of my house mates in the living room. my heart feels

lil' brittnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-8651799678897965532008-07-30T21:43:00.000-07:002008-07-30T21:46:00.252-07:00

What does it look like to have 182 campers plus 20+ staff live in community.… long line ups for showers… lots of dishes to do during KP duty….rows and rows of chairs for chapel time… lots of activity (aka noise)… 8 houses being built… 2 VBS’s being run… hundreds of pieces of clothing being sorted and donated… staff working early mornings and late night… diverse states and nations coming together

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-25668383384957590112008-07-25T15:41:00.000-07:002008-07-25T15:48:58.968-07:00

Miracles. I’ve been thinking a lot about them this week. Bees are miraculous. Their wingspan, aerodynamically speaking, is too short to support their body mass in flight. Yet still, they fly. I know they fly, because about fifteen of them flew out of the fountain as I was cleaning it this past Thursday. After a month here in Ensenada, I am starting to gain some perspective on just how cynical

Haley Springerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02736997254940736771noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-66870427430860885252008-07-18T15:59:00.000-07:002008-07-18T16:53:25.187-07:00

Phew! We did it! One of our biggest weeks of the summer - 11 houses built in one week! Over 170 people were welcomed into the camp on Sunday from Viginia, Florida, Chicago, and Washington! We geared up for this big week and God provided us with the energy and perseverance to finish another successful week.When i think about what a 'successful week' means here at EOC, it obviously refers to

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-26634597904211997482008-07-13T15:35:00.000-07:002008-07-13T16:39:42.014-07:00

Hola my name is Christy and I have been an intern at EOC for two weeks now. I have been coming for the past 4 years with my youth group from Virginia for a week at a time. This summer however, I decided that a week is just too short of a time to stay and that 6 weeks is way better.So when I first got here, I was really worried about getting along with my groups, the other interns and staff and

Christyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04991835648457081820noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-78729117394865227592008-07-08T12:10:00.000-07:002008-07-08T12:12:22.945-07:00

Enjoy some some shots from the last few weeks of activity here at the EOC!

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-37839283523294438592008-07-03T10:18:00.000-07:002008-07-03T10:27:38.898-07:00

I've been back at EOC for just under 2 weeks now and it's all coming back to me again.Remembering the joys and craziness of hosting 180 people at the camp...Remembering the beauty of community, despite all its diversity...Remembering the longs days...Remembering the aroma of Pablanos tacos (now filling our very own courtyard every Tuesday night!)...Remembering the passion and talents of the staff

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-79051098613966681952008-05-28T14:04:00.000-07:002008-05-28T14:28:28.586-07:00

EOC is ready for the 2008 Summer season!Mardy is finishing an expansion of the Kitchen. Abraham, David, Marvin & Lisa are putting together Family Videos for for the summer's homes. If you have not seen your Team's Family video yet, we are working fast. (remember, just last year we started to sent out photos, and video is a GIANT leap forward) Brenda is shopping for Family Gift baskets.

Westernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-67062293287991863522008-05-16T22:58:00.000-07:002008-05-26T07:58:52.576-07:00

Westernoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-84230903826079720662008-04-02T22:10:00.000-07:002008-04-16T22:14:28.980-07:00

My name is Allison and I am an intern at the EOC. I have been down here for two months, doing missions work, and I think I just figured out the most important part of it all.Here I am, building houses, doing vacation bible schools, working with the groups that come down, trying to give it my all, trying to do my best. Don't get me wrong, doing the Lord's work is so important, and I praise God

Allihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15339380409175940250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-32424425017131708502008-03-27T23:01:00.000-07:002008-12-11T01:33:49.075-08:00

the simplicity of his little smile. the joy in his laughter. the kindness and love behind the freshly over-painted block of wood. his name is orlando. he's six years old. last night, for the first time ever, he slept in his own bedroom in his families new house with his very own mattress. but through all this bliss, i don't think he actually slept at all. the excitement and joy that comes from

lil' brittnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-69668676540180039202008-03-14T11:29:00.000-07:002008-04-16T11:05:47.520-07:00

"Mama Rho" here...back and in the house!For those who don't know me, I was on staff here at EOC this summer as the camp host and intern leader. When I'm not in Mexico, I work as a youth pastor in Burlington, Ontario, Canada and had the incredible priveledge of having my two worlds join forces this week! I took down 18 youth and leaders from my church in Canada, partnering with another church

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-52240296829026788012008-02-19T11:18:00.001-08:002008-02-19T11:30:24.390-08:00

Finally, Spring Teams have arrived!This past weekend (Feb 16,17) we welcomed our first arriving Teams for 2008. Talk about a cross section of North America! Alberta Canada, Montgomery Alabama, San Jose California, Bellveue Washington & Mammoth California! Whew.Praise God for our staff, including new interns: Joshua, Allison (both from Whitehorse, Yukon Canada; and David (Niagra Falls, Ontario

Westernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-59467999391087569352008-02-03T13:35:00.000-08:002008-04-21T13:46:24.271-07:00

Well, 2007 was a great year. Thousands of lives were touched by God! Here's a video showing what 2007 looked like for us.

Westernoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-67766273132677339092007-12-21T12:17:00.001-08:002007-12-21T12:58:51.638-08:00

Beloved Friends,We wish all of you a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year!From the entire YUGO EOC Staff!A couple of Updates:This past November 1st, all EOC National Staff (Abraham, Juan, Jose, Hernan, Rodolfo, Ricardo, Alejandro, Marvin) became official employees under YUGO Mexico! This means they and their families are receiving full medical benefits, as well as social security (retirement,

Westernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-58030585524693881622007-12-03T12:41:00.000-08:002007-12-03T13:53:10.489-08:00

Hope your Thanksgiving was a special time to join with family & friends.We enjoyed coming together at EOC as one community of friends from three nations. (Mexico, Canada & USA)Brenda Barnes coordinated the "Potluck" style dinner. We had expected 75 people, but ended up having close to 100! Thankfully there was enough for all.

Westernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-22595985217843067792007-11-15T09:15:00.000-08:002007-11-15T09:26:34.629-08:00

God is demonstrating Himself through signs & wonders in Ensenada! We are witnessing a coming together in unity of the Body of Christ! Local families, pastors & churches, government, businesses, media, US & Canadian teams etc; all to love and reach out to the people in the effected areas of Ensenada.The numbers are not staggering, compared to the number of families affected in the San Diego

Westernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-43228884280279219872007-10-29T18:17:00.000-07:002007-10-29T18:30:33.513-07:00

God Is Good!The fire is out. No loss of life! The community is reaching out. One thing for sure, lives will be forever changed. Praise God!Wednesday October 24th I placed a call to Valley Springs Presbyterian Church (from Roseville, California); as they were sending down a scouting team Friday October 26th. They immediatly responded in pledging $1,000 for relief efforts (which they brought

Westernoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-74609826736354307342007-10-27T17:26:00.000-07:002008-10-28T10:54:21.096-07:00

Ensenada Outreach Center (E.O.C.) is a missions organization of YUGO Ministries. We desire to share the love of God with those around us. We long to be the hands and feet of Jesus to the needy, broken, and poor of Mexico. We strive to live in community and love as we seek to serve Him.We partner with teams, churches, and ministries from across the United States and Canada and connect them with

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-11227935692760442352007-10-27T17:17:00.000-07:002008-10-27T17:26:27.983-07:00

We'd love to hear from you or answer any questions you may have about the ministry here at the Ensenada Outreach Center.Eoc field address:eoc@yugomail.org4492 camino de la plaza / pmb 918 / san ysidro, ca 92173(909) 297 3390YUGO officeaj@yugo.orgPO Box 25 / san dimas, ca 91773(909) 592 6621Check out our webpage for more informationhttp://www.yugo.org/ministries/ensenada.htm

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-87414459767810248002007-10-24T15:14:00.000-07:002007-10-24T15:24:13.575-07:00

This past Sunday Ensenada was hit with the same strong winds as San Diego & Los Angeles.And like those cities, Ensenada continues to be effected. We are continuing to visit communities, meet with families and community leaders, assess the greatest needs and pray for direction as we give God the thanks for protecting so many lives!Unfortunately Ensenada lacks adequate resources to respond to

Westernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-89947876355195809632007-10-24T14:04:00.000-07:002007-10-24T15:35:49.007-07:00

Please be praying for our friends at the Hands of Mercy Ranch (45 min southeast from EOC), the strong winds this past weekend destroyed their kitchen & dining facility. As well, their property is in the potential line of the Ensenada fire. (at the time of this post, approx 4 miles away)These are close fiends & co-workers (we are all on the same mission!) and we love them dearly. Their

Westernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-68151208534433218772007-10-11T12:26:00.001-07:002007-10-11T16:23:34.220-07:00

Check out Kimyco's blog www.khudspeth.blogspot.com to see an update on remodeling activity at the Outreach Center (as well as other exciting announcements). Mardy Barnes has already completed three rooms (the goal is to have six guest rooms completed before Spring 2008). Additionally, Jeremy Gonzalez has started the demolition effort for the kitchen expansion (removing a rarely used 1/2

Westernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-37837023880027745972007-09-26T08:40:00.001-07:002007-09-26T09:17:34.288-07:00

You may be wondering what happens during the off-season at the Ensenada Outreach Center? In the coming weeks we will be posting updates, photos & videos of the ongoing work.While our Incredible team of Interns have all returned to their hometowns, our full-time staff remain. This team consists of Kimyco Hudspeth, Brenda & Mardy Barnes, Melody & Jeremy Gonzalez and Ana & Scott Wester (all of

Westernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-82632167052037050762007-08-30T13:42:00.000-07:002007-08-30T14:00:48.149-07:00

Wow.. I never knew how hard it would be to leave.. I was a summer intern at EOC for 2 months this summer. There i developed many relationships with families, other interns, the EOC staff and especially God. I knew from the beginning that this would be a hard transition.. but i didn't know how hard. I would give anything to do\say the following things again...1. "Marvveeeeeenn!!"2. Ask Kimyco how

*Steph-abulous*http://www.blogger.com/profile/08918134268498345615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-73841142987357870832007-08-27T00:19:00.000-07:002008-12-11T01:33:49.810-08:00

Well, it's midnight on Sunday night. My last sleep here in Ensenada, Mexico. Myself and the other Canadian crew are rolling out to San Diego for the day and night, and then fly home Tuesday. We've been here for just 2 months, but it feels like... home...I don't really know if i can really write much at this time. Im not sure i have any wise epiphanies for you all yet... i think most of my

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-67289014464683597282007-08-21T23:16:00.000-07:002007-08-22T17:47:04.741-07:00

So I've spent the summer here at the EOC... hosting groups, mentoring interns, leading worship, plugging in here and there... and Im about to return back to Ontario, Canada next week. As I begin to attempt to articulate what Im going to miss most, it's next to impossible! What started as a lil' top ten list I wrote for my blog (www.rhosadventures.blogspot.com) the 10 reasons turned into 15...

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-24180684141057815232007-08-03T17:02:00.000-07:002007-08-04T17:05:50.225-07:00

My name is Brittney, today I begin my eighth week of living down here in Mexico at the Ensenada Outreach Center. I really don't know what to say, I don't think its possible to sum up the past seven weeks in a couple of paragraphs...or even a few pages. The things I've seen, heard, and been blessed to be a part of have changed my life forever. Being here has made me realize that living in

Brittney Wrightnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-63559177787058709182007-08-03T11:34:00.000-07:002007-08-03T12:10:46.772-07:00

Agape - "Agape is disinterested love. … Agape does not begin by discriminating between worthy and unworthy people, or any qualities people possess. It begins by loving others for their sakes. … It springs from the need of the other person."Love.Before coming here to EOC, I never realized how easy it is to love someone. For example, two weeks ago I was invited by another intern to visit a family

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We have all heard, and sung along with many different types of worship. From full bands to choirs, from acoustic to electric, from rock to hymns. Our worship is no different than that of worship across the world, it consists of a keyboard, an acoustic guitar, and 2 or 3 vocalists (depending on the night). We play songs everyone knows, and have sung so many times before. But being up on the stage,

Patt Terrynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-90536392694159172332007-07-31T12:48:00.000-07:002008-10-28T10:30:43.441-07:00

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(some of the interns rockin' out at Marvin's house)The life of a missionary doesn't have to be all work! Just the other week, the staff enjoyed a well-deserved break together at a local waterpark! Intern staff, full time staff, nationals staff, and volunteers came together to swim, eat, and hang out! A highlight was playing volleyball - at one point we took on some local challengers! We held our

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-84493276039531013932007-07-14T00:48:00.000-07:002007-07-14T00:51:58.378-07:00

hola from a newbie Canadian staff here at EOC. It's the 2 week anniversary of the three Ontario-ites that joined the staff team here. My role is a pretty sweet one - host the groups; connect with the groups, leaders, youth; lead chapels & worship; a 'go-to' gal; hang out and mentor some incredibly fantastic interns, and a favorite - cruise around to the sites with mi amigo Marvin as he takes

Rhohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12213371373996034966noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-4964779086935088452007-07-13T10:44:00.000-07:002007-07-13T11:34:11.886-07:00

Wow! Last week was an awesome week. The Jr. high, high school and college group came down from my church. It was such a rewarding week. For some of the kids this was their first visit to Mexico and for all of them this was a touching experience. I was so blessed to see some of the kids that I used to babysit and watch grow up and do something so awesome for God. I was just so proud of my group.

Sarrisimonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-85329696737445584032007-06-21T08:52:00.000-07:002008-12-11T01:33:51.973-08:00

“How many fingers am I holding up?” The question I most despise because I am someone who has been wearing “coke-bottle” glasses since I was five years old. People looked through my glasses, without my eyes, and assumed that all I could see was a blur.But, for Jonathan and Alejandro, two brothers from a village on the outskirts of Ensenada, the “how many fingers am I holding up?” question wasn’t

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Well, I guess I should introduce myself. My name is Andrew Schrempf, and I am an oh-so-proud Canadian citizen, and I have been working down here at the EOC for about 5 ½ months. And I must say, it has been quite the ride! I have so many great memories of times where I grew, times where I learned, and times where I laughed. This is a place that will forever be in my heart, and I know that I will

Andrew Schrempfnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-3746537746552672522007-06-07T07:35:00.000-07:002007-06-15T07:38:58.243-07:00

Hello Everyone!Less than 2 hours of my arrival I found myself in a conversation that I believe began like this, “So Brittany, tell me, do you know what blogging is?” My answer: “Yea actually, but I’ve never really written one before.”Immediately after that I was “hired” and now here I am, writing my very first blog.I have been here about two weeks now and we just received our first group to work

Brittany Blaisenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-11802240485404388522007-06-06T16:24:00.000-07:002008-12-11T01:33:52.933-08:00

Last week, 4 EOC Staff joined 4 Ensenada ministers on a road-trip to Guerrero Negro, 600km south of Ensenada (see map). Our mission was to support and be part of Iglesia de Dios en Christo Jesus Amor Y Misericordia’s (Church of God in Christ Jesus - Love and Mercy) 3 day Campaña Evangelica.This Guerrero Negro church is 8 months young, and meets in the garage of the Pastors, Luis & Imelda. This

Andrew + Jessicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01153978769330911662noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-88596242976699068322007-06-05T19:06:00.000-07:002007-06-05T19:07:36.985-07:00

This week at camp there is a group all the way from Atlanta, Georgia. They have divided their team in two in order to build 2 homes. Yesterday Brittany and I went with one of the house crews with the intention of playing with some of the kids at the site and connecting them with the group. We were expecting 4 or 5 kids but lets just say that the three bottles of bubbles and small pack of pipe

Kayleighhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03746675539574803860noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-29668695177130818052007-05-22T12:09:00.001-07:002008-12-11T01:33:53.533-08:00

"There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heaven" as Ecclesiastes 3 tells us. In a way, May has been a somewhat ‘down-time’ for the staff here at EOC with only a few groups coming through the camp. However, our own building projects have kept everyone working hard in preparation for the busier summer period ahead. But, with some flexibility on our side and a gift

Andrew + Jessicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01153978769330911662noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-80623777126491313552007-05-10T08:54:00.000-07:002007-05-10T08:56:11.752-07:00

PURPOSE – COMMUNITY – HOSPITALITY – OUTREACH PURPOSE As we reach the half-way point of 2007, we have an opportunity to see how we are realizing objectives we set at the beginning of the year. We focused on our purpose for ministry, development of staff leadership & team building, terminology & organizational structure, and ministry programs & systems. After three months

Scott and Ana Westernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-39061862959745890952007-03-29T14:22:00.000-07:002007-03-29T14:44:59.583-07:00

We are right in the middle of our Spring Break season. Over the course of four weeks, we will accommodate 720 guests, working with 18 local pastors, building 26 houses & ministering to hundreds of youth through VBS, Sports, Relief distributions & Feeding Programs.At just the right time, God continues to provide all necessary resources. We recently welcomed Mardy & Brenda Barnes (Peoples Church,

Scott and Ana Westernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-11909188475533431482007-03-20T19:35:00.000-07:002007-03-20T19:36:42.554-07:00

PURPOSE – COMMUNITY – HOSPITALITY – OUTREACH INTRODUCTION As the first quarter of 2007 started we took a look at the past in order to grow and ready ourselves for the future. We focused on our purpose for ministry, development of staff leadership & team building, terminology & organizational structure, and ministry programs & systems. *see EOC organizational

Scott and Ana Westernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-87503806640038963212006-12-20T19:15:00.000-08:002006-12-20T19:30:00.203-08:00

Wishing you a Merry Christmas!Most of the EOC staff are home with family this Dec & first part of Jan, although we are being visited by two groups the week between Christmas & New Years.Hillcrest Bible Church is coming on their first Mexico Missions trip (with almost 100 people), from Wisconsin! Going out into the community in a number of ways; building two houses, partnering with a local

Scott and Ana Westernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-43214263559550128802006-11-23T18:25:00.000-08:002008-10-27T16:56:04.650-07:00

For teams building homes during their outreach project, check out the link to see your pre-arrival video to meet the family you are building for and pastor you will be working withwww.eocyugohomes.blogspot.com

Scott and Ana Westernoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5354901926966546802.post-23518340492344972852006-11-23T18:16:00.000-08:002006-11-23T18:24:50.631-08:00

We enjoyed hosting a Thanksgiving feast @ EOC for friends from three nations; Canada, USA & Mexico.After our feast; Ana, Gagan (volunteer intern), Kayliegh (volunteer intern) & Diana, drove to a local church to assist other local youth in preparing burritos & coffee; to distribute to local families waiting at a local hospital emergency room. They were also joined by Daniel & Angela (YUGO

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