Today, Tuesday November 8th, we hosted a baseball clinic for the kids of the Dominican at a nearby baseball field. It was a blessing to see how happy the kids were to play/learn the game of baseball. Most of the kids that showed up to the clinic today did not have equipment (baseball gloves, bats, cleats, etc.), but they did not let that stop them from having a good time playing baseball. Once the clinic ended, we gathered up all the kids in center field for a few of us to share our testimony. After we finished, we gave all of them a Spanish Bible, a gospel pen and an Andy Petite baseball card. Then, we loaded up the bus and came back to the SCORE hotel for lunch. We had a short break from the sun, then got back out to play against one of the Dominican teams in baseball. As we pulled up to the fields, it started pouring rain and the field quickly was under water. So, we cancelled the game and played a practice game in the outfield. We mixed up the teams and split them half and half. Then, we shared the gospel again. It was a blessing. We leave this Saturday to go back to our homes, so please pray for safe travels to and from the airport and on the planes.
God bless,
Kase Kilchrist
On this day, Tuesday, November 8th, was a very powerful day where God was able to work with great power. First, we went to a local field and ran a camp for the kids. We pitched, hit, and fielded with all of them. While these kids didn’t have the proper equipment or technique, their raw passion and ability for the game was unbelievable. After that, we brought all the kids together and presented them with the gospel. Praise God, there were several new believers that responded to a powerful message by our camp leader. We then headed back to the complex for some lunch and a short break then headed to the shortstop capitol of the world, San Pedro de Macoris. This was also the field that Alfonso Soriano was discovered. However, after some setbacks (aka rain), we averted to a mini scrimmage in the outfield where we mixed teams with the Dominican kids. It was amazing to see them and play side by side with potential major leaguers. After that, we came back, ate dinner, and wrapped up the night with worship and a sermon. It has been a great week so far, and I look forward to see how God works the rest of the week.
In Him,
Tyler Eagan
Tuesday November 8th was a day jammed packed of baseball, fellowship, and gospel in action! To start us off, we headed to our daily baseball clinic or camp for the youth of the Dominican. It was amazing! The kids were so excited to see us and so were we to see them! Along with giving them instruction on their baseball skills, we also gave them what Christ gave us; the gospel message. Even though the kids were lacking materially, they shared so much wealth in spirit it was unbelievable! From the testimonies shared by our clinic coaches and the inner working of God’s Spirit, many a heart was softened and even accepted Jesus as their Lord and Savior. I’m so glad to be apart of the harvest God has prepared for the Dominican. After we wrapped up our clinic and refueled for lunch, we set out for a baseball game with a local Dominican team at Alfonso Soriano field in San Pedro de Macoris. Unfortunately the game was cancelled due to multiple downpours, but we made the most of the time and played some ball with the kids who showed up. In addition with our fellowship in baseball, we were able to fellowship together in Christ. Through a gospel presentation, testimonies, gospel pens, Spanish Bibles, and personalized baseball cards for each player we were able to connect our cultures in a way that can’t be explained by anything other than the truth of gospel. Once we said our goodbyes we left to finish the night with worship, more testimonies, and a life changing message from former marine, Tim Lee. At the end of the day, as many Dominican hearts were touch by God’s mission as American. I can’t wait to see what else God has in store for me, my team, and the people of the Dominican Republic.
Blessings,
Josh Noel
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