Rucar Missions Trip

About two hours away from Brasov is a small town by the name of Rucar. We took a trip there a couple weeks ago to visit some American missionaries who had been living there (now they are in the States until March). This couple had been visiting our church every Sunday for a while. They had mentioned that they wanted us to visit for a long time. We only made the trip on the last week they were there.
The trip there was beautiful. Through the mountains right as the leaves were changing. We even stopped for a couple pictures. (Here's one:)

When we got there, man what a surprise we were in for. There was around 20 people waiting for us to hold a church service. It was incredible! We felt right at home. P.Valli, P. Mihael, and Gabi led us in a time of worship. After that, P.Mihael asked me to give a short testimony. I spoke on the love of God (from 1 John 3), but what really stayed with me was P.Valli's intro about the Shepherd. He gave a great analogy of how a shepherd's heart is for his sheep, for seeking them, for loving them. That was such a great thought for us. 

I was there with three other teachers from GGIS Brasov. After the great time in Rucar, we did a bit of a "team building" in a nearby cave. I was never claustrophobic, not even a little bit, but as soon as I walked into the cave, I have to admit, I shrunk a little. It was pitch black in there. Reminded me of the story of David and his mighty men in the cave when Saul came in. The way David's Shepherd protected him in that place is truly incredible. Such a love we have received, such a love we have to give. God forbid these trips end and we stop letting our "cups overflow" (Psalm 23:5). I thank God for such an opportunity and I can't wait for the next one!