Thursday, 7-28

Editor's Note: This has been a grueling week to say the least. We have worked hard the past six days. A medical clinic every day this week and continued construction out in Laslea. Some of the days will have pictures and some will not. By the time we all get home, we are often too mentally fatigued to even think about blogging! :) There is however time to relax by placing Phase 10, Farkle, Bridge and Pinochle. Wednesday, the Medieval Fair opened here in Sighisoara up in the Citadel. The "Young-uns" have managed a couple of jaunts up through the all festivities. So, the blog has taken a backseat. Our apologies to our followers ~ Val, editor and owner of the blog.

Today we are getting a little synopsis of the medical clinic in Sapte Noiembrie from Mollie:

The Lord has been go to us all as we continue on day, working at different villages. This Thursday we traveled to Sapte Noiembre and saw 220+ patients! We all worked with speed and diligence to give medical aid to as many people as possible while still taking time to give the proper care to each person. Our set-up with 2 triage stations, 3 doctor stations, pharmacy and prayer station was in full heat! Every day so much raw emotion is seen, both joy and sorrow. Tears of pain are turned into tears of gladness. There is so much hurt in this area. However, when I am empty, the Lord finds a way to fill me with strength because I see that the work we do really dose make a difference and I am fulfilled again. God is so good.

One women came in today and believed she had breast cancer because of a mass on her chest. However, under the careful examination of Dr. Steve, he determined that it was just a mild skin infection that could be treated with a general antibiotic. The mix of disbelief, relief and joy seen in her face was just amazing.

To see lives being changed right in front of us makes each day we work so much worth it. Being in a position where I am helping people as well as showing the love of Jesus Christ make me feel my life has a strong purpose. It is a good feeling to know that all of us here are being Christ's hands and feet that are conducting His will to further the kingdom of God.

Spoiler Alert: There is a picture from today that might be upsetting to small children and those not enthused about the sight of blood.