http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org Jeanette Wheeler - The World Race 2007 en-us Wed, 20 Aug 2008 02:49:19 GMT 30 http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=imagine http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=imagine     Imagine                                                                                &n Thu, 17 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=spanglish http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=spanglish  Spanglish: Up Close and Personal-Part II Even though it was a short time in El Salvador, it was the most experience into a Latino culture that I have received during our months in Central America. Beside my "family", our friend and contact Silvia, her family, and friend Victor made our time in El Salvador unforgettable         There was a lot of Spanglish going on between all of us, and multiple usage of "Can you repeat that again, more slowly, plea Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=FF018F2005034E87B6A8BCDF15C24A http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=FF018F2005034E87B6A8BCDF15C24A       Last Country 1 Squad 4 Teams 26 servants 2 Weeks 14 days 336 hours  A                            Lasting                         Impact United          &nbsp Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=spanglish-up-close-and-personal http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=spanglish-up-close-and-personal   Spanglish: Up Close and Personal My days in these last ten months have been an emergence into a life so different from my previous one.There has been a variety of cultures, bringing different routines, foods, customs, and the biggest one, language. I have been around so many different languages that sometimes the routine of hearing gibberish becomes the norm. It becomes shocking and abnormal to hear English spoken around me and when heard, I realize that they too are probably foreigners Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=06E921833C004EB9A963321D9D65FA http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=06E921833C004EB9A963321D9D65FA Ignite takes on Panama    We found ourselves packing up and leaving Panama City after almost a week helping Carman and tutoring at the school and heading on a journey to the Island of Kuna Yala. As our things were piled on  and we squeezed into the front and back of a truck, we prepared our selves for a 1 1/2 hour journey to the Island.  After three hours(and still going!) we were introduced to dusty roads, sweltering heat, bumpy rides, steep hills Sat, 28 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=enough http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=enough   Enough The reflection of my time in Panama brings forth the word enough. At this point in the Race the scripture of God not giving me more than I could handle came in my mind plenty of times. To be amidst fully in my team community, love unconditionally, have the vibrancy and stamina to do ministry with true servant hood and gusto seemed to be a struggle. The desire was there but my energy and patience seemed to be weary. There was this inner struggle with being ok with the constant Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=where-in-the-world-el-salvadornicaragua http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=where-in-the-world-el-salvadornicaragua   Where in the World? El SalvadorNicaragua So this journey of traveling has been a whirlwind. After Panama(pictures are coming!), I found myself traveling for four days to get to our next destination. Through Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Hondurous, and finally El Salvador there was ten to twelve hour bus rides and overnight hostel stays. It was quite an adventure of sleep, patience, sceneryand luckily (mainly due to dramamine) no motionsickness(by that I mean throwing up), praise God! Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=twenty http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=twenty Often on the race we (the older WR's) get nostalgic and think about the TV shows and movies of our younger years. It is so fun because it brings up so many pleasant memories. The memories usually come when we gather together as a squadbecause we older folks are spread out. I have been reminded lately of Eight is Enough, about a family with 8 children. And boy, the adventures, troubles, and love that came from that family. Over the course of Costa Rica the whole family, all twenty six of us have Mon, 9 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=angels-unaware-part-2 http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=angels-unaware-part-2 Angels Unaware -Part 2 Everywhere we have been around the world you do have to keep a watchful eye and an extra grip on your handbag or backpack but nothing at least for me has happened. It is however a bit more shady as you enter into Panama City especially in Casco Viejo where our hostel has been, but just is lifeyou move on and venture out. It was our first day in the city and after resting Tradday and I went to meet up with some of the gang at the mall. We were taking in the sights, observ Sat, 7 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=angels-unawarpart-1 http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=angels-unawarpart-1 Angels Unaware -Part 1 Growing up in a home setting surrounded by music I found myself involved in many church and school plays and musicals. One particular, was done a couple times in church throughout my childhood. It was "Angels Unaware". It was about the angels and their purpose and calling of God and their roles on earth. I was quite funny and always fun to do. This memory came to me recently due to several instances I have had. It reminded me of the true existence and protection that Ang Wed, 4 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=where-in-the-world-panama http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=where-in-the-world-panama One of my first reactions of going to Panama was of pure excitement. It wasn't due to seeing the Panama Canal or any particular history that is linked to it. Sadly to say it is because of an addiction I call...Prison Break. I only saw this show a few times back home (with Juliet and Jason) but once on the Race, there are Seasons of so many shows being passed around. My first was to finish Bones (up to Season 2), Ugly Betty, and re watch Season 7 of The Gilmore Gir Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=back-in-the-saddle-again http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=back-in-the-saddle-again Back in the Saddle Again  Many things have been put on hold for a while, especially since this unusual year of traveling has occurred. My routines have been altered, changed, and erased. Extra curricular activities and interests have slightly been put on hold, my life has changed. Not better, or for the worse, just different.  For example, schooling hasn't been apart of my life for a couple of years, since graduate school. I truly have to say that I don't really miss it. The learnin Wed, 28 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=born-in-the-usa http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=born-in-the-usa going...is sometimes the easier part. walking in obedience and wondering whether you meet someone and will hear the voice of God, is the scary and uncertain part. a few weeks ago...our ministry for the day...going and asking the Lord (ATL) to guide you to a place, and a person/s. all the while listening for His leading of words of love and prophecy. the five of us with the vision of the city jumped on a bus and headed toward the square. for me, this was a timed filled with prayer and gladness. Sat, 17 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=reflection-on-the-day-of-impact http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=reflection-on-the-day-of-impact   When the Lord first told me to fast and pray for men it felt so definite and clear. Then the idea just began to unfold including calling all women from all over the world to participate. What I never realized was the true impact that it would bring. First, I have been so encouraged from the response of the women, my dear sisters in Christ. The responses to me and on my blog just confirm the purity of hearts, humbleness and true support for the men in our lives and of the world. Thank Thu, 1 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=where-in-the-world-costa-rica http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=where-in-the-world-costa-rica   The final continent is here!!! Central America here we are...Costa Rica... Panama...Guatemala? ... Nicaragua. Our teams' heart is ready and expecting great things from these last months of ministry. We have been here in San Jose, Costa Rica for almost a week... debriefing, praying, unifying as a squad and catching up on sleep. (The time change surely wiped us out J). We are at a WYAM base and really enjoying our time. Over the past days we as a team/squad have been seeking the heart Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=a-day-of-impactapril-30th http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=a-day-of-impactapril-30th   A couple of weeks ago I was fasting and the Lord clearly asked me to pray and fast again.                      "Pray and fast for the men of all ages and generations" Within those few brief moments God revealed to me a real burden, concern, respect and love for my brothers in Christ. The whole vision then began to unfoldA call for all women of all ages and from all generations to rally Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=world-race-style http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=world-race-style World Race Style The way of the World Race is to live cheaply and wisely with our monies. So, plane flights aren't any different. The cheaper the flight the more layer over and flight changes.  So if it is any indication of how long our travel route was in our journey from Africa to Central America then our flight purchase had to have been a great price! We left Johannesburg, South Africa---Zurich, Switzerland(11hr flight)---six hour layover(for some)---Madrid, Spain(2 hr flight)---25-30 Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=a-week-of-impact http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=a-week-of-impact   The last days of Africa were filled with many impactful moments. After my time in Backdoor, South Africa, we headed over the border yet again to Mozambique. Our contact over there was through the ministry of Iris. This was started through Roland and Heidi Baker (an amazing book you should readAlways Enough by Heidi and Roland Baker). This ministry focuses on taking care of the orphans. They have started a couple of orphanages in Mozambique and it has carried over into S. Africa. Their Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=christmas-in-april http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=christmas-in-april Christmas in April The moment I have been anticipating has finally arrived. Four months later I find myself continuing to celebrate Christmas. My Christmas packages have come! Ideally, besides the worries of having my packages lost, opened, and them never catching up with me, this may have been one of the best times to receive the amazing cards and goodies. Lately I have been missing all of you (my family and friends) tremendouslythe kindred spirits and supporters who know me and still love me Sun, 20 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=pure-worshippers http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=pure-worshippers Pure Worshippers Sometimes, in any situation certain things just pop out at me as impactful. Last week while I was still in South Africa I stayed at Backdoor, a Black Township near Nelspruit. The experience of living with Linda and her parents among the community was great.  Going to a football(soccer) game with the boys from their church, picking up food for the daily feeding programs, cleaning and organizing the garage in order to store donation items, and having "tea" time with them a Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=where-in-the-world-mozambique1 http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=where-in-the-world-mozambique1 It is amazing when you sit and listen and what the Lord does in those moments and times. The three day fasting for our team was amazing! Right before starting the solitude and fasting time we were offered to stay at two amazing homes during that time. Having real shelter over our heads and the comfort of a bed alone brings extra peace and comfort to a situation. It was truly a retreat with the Lord. I had never fasted for that long, and the Lord was so faithful in that time. I don't even recall Tue, 8 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=doubles-arent-so-bad http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=doubles-arent-so-bad             With my birthday being in March (came and gone...March 6th), I was holding more of a pessimistic view of my upcoming 33rd year. My thirties thus far have been amazing, full of life, discipline, trust, and growth.  I really don't morn my twenties, but the past months have been a bit difficult as I was approaching 33.I really can't say what it was, why all of a sudden thirty-three wasn't holding the same joy and fulfillment Mon, 31 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=where-in-the-world-south-africa http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=where-in-the-world-south-africa  As of now our team has been in Nelspruit, South Africa since Tuesday night. Since we have been in Africa the teams have been given more freedom to be guided in prayer as to where we would spend our three months serving in Africa. We were in Swaziland, Mozambique(Molly and I ) and now in S. Africa. The only direction we knew thus far was to head to S. Africa. We needed to have our team debit card sent to us(since it was stolen), and to get other things done(like access to hi-speed intern Mon, 31 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=i-got-hit http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=i-got-hit I got hit.             So let me ask you"have you ever met anyone that has been hit by a coconut?"                          I could have honestly said "no" until last Saturday...when one fell on me!!!!               The story goesMolly, Matthew and I took two day Sat, 29 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=unexpected-makeovers http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=unexpected-makeovers Unexpected Makeovers             Many times in my life I just want to crack up over circumstances that occur. It is not a new realization to many, that I love people. And I love how God knows that this is an important aspect of who I am. So in many times of traveling He has brought people across my path to bless me and fill me up.             A theme that has shown itself to be on eac Sat, 29 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=matters-of-the-heart-part-v http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=matters-of-the-heart-part-v Hungry to Learn The one thing that I was constantly amazed by was the willingness of the women who came daily to the care points. It was all done on a volunteer basis and they wanted to be there. The days were filled with 25-35 children coming from 8am-12pm for food and instruction. None of the women are certified to teach or have an education but they all have willing and serving hearts. One of the days I substituted at a care point almost brought me to exhaustion! And that is defiantly hard Fri, 28 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=where-in-the-world-mozambique http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=where-in-the-world-mozambique Where in the World? Mozambique             As you have noticed there hasn't been very much communication over the past few weeks, which was due to me being out of the country of Swaziland. The day after my birthday, Molly and I ventured off for twelve days to Maxixe, Mozambique where we were able to visit a friend of hers who has been working with a Methodist organization since June. The rest of our team stayed back for amazing teaching and Fri, 28 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=not-forgotten http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=not-forgotten  I have not forgotten. So here I  find myself in a familar setting that I lived in for three weeks, Nasala Safari. Our whole team is here to dedicate and celebrate a new community that is in Nasoko, Swaziland. There have been nightly revivals on the new land every night led by Pastor Gift. We are anticipating a celebratory Easter Sunday. The day will be filled with worship, teaching, and an amazng feast(which includes a cow and warthogs killed for the festivity). It will be Sat, 22 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=decisions-that-lead-to-life http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=decisions-that-lead-to-life Decisions that Lead to Life Every day we make decisions. What to eat, wear who to be friends with, whether to believe in something. We have to decide and say yes and no or maybe to many things. Two weeks ago as a team we made a major decision. It was a decision that in the end blessed and stretched us; brought joy and sorrow; changed and wrecked us. A mother of five at one of the care points has been on the brink of dying from AIDS. Tracy had been working at their care point an Thu, 6 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=matters-of-the-heart-part-iii http://jeanettewheeler.theworldrace.org/?filename=matters-of-the-heart-part-iii Desiring Love "There are very few good Swazi men around" Pastor Gift explained to us. This was the reason given for the fight that happened between two women at the care point that previous day. It happened as suddenly as we were sitting around with the children after receiving their plate of cornmeal. Shouts and then fists began to be thrown. A slight separation to calm them down and discuss what happened only caused them to move down the path a bit. More explosions erupted and a brawl was o Tue, 4 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT