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Wednesday, November 30, 2005 at 9:06 AM
Katrina and the Waves of Holiday Homesickness

Posted in Epplers Update

Please continue to pray for the Epplers who are still working for FEMA.  They are doing well, but also getting homesick with the holidays here.  Last week they received 100 new inspections to do in the New Orleans area.  Andy is going on his own to do the inspections due to safety reasons, so Sarah and the kids are staying behind each day at the campground.  It's a little hard on her because she gets a little stir crazy and is missing being at home more.
 
The family misplaced by Katrina that they were getting to know pretty well had to find another place to stay, so they headed to Flordia for a short time until they can rebuild their home in New Orleans.  In the meantime, there are several others that they are getting to know around the campground.  One gal named Pam is really struggling with understanding why God allowed the hurricane to happen and how she lost everything, including her animals.  Please pray for wisdom for Sarah in encouraging her and sharing God's love with her. 
 
Andy has become the master cook at the campground.  One insurance adjuster who works all day is providing meat and Andy usually cooks for several at a time.  They find it's easier to consolidate meals that way and it helps everyone out.  They are in a neat position right now to minister to others around them, but they are also feeling a little emotionally drained at times being away from home.  Please lift them up in your prayers as you think of them.

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Wednesday, November 30, 2005 - Untitled Comment

Posted by stmichael94

It is easy to forget that there is still suffering going on in these areas hit by hurricanes. Thank you for the reminder to pray for these friends of yours and for others there. Lord have mercy on them and bring comfort, peace and strength.

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Friday, December 2, 2005 - Untitled Comment

Posted by drewsfamilytx

Praying for this family! How encouraging to see others witness for Christ both in example and word...even when it's not convenient.

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