Sunday began like most of my Sundays–with church. However, being in Cambodia never fails to challenge my perspectives. By worshiping alongside Cambodians speaking another language, reading in their Khmer Bible, your view of the Church (as a whole) drastically changes from being a bunch of white Americans singing songs in English, to a collection of individuals of all nationalities worshiping and praising the same God that sees and knows all in every culture. It’s a great thing to be able to see God work in his Church, no matter where their location may be.

After almost 20 hours of traveling on a plane we have finally arrived! The city looked so large from my plane window and I cannot imagine it being emptied. Driving to our hotel was quite an experience and its not quite like driving in the US-we survived though and I only screamed out loud once! It is amazing the things and the people that they can fit on the moto bikes over here! The city is beautiful though and its people young and old are always smiling. We ate dinner at a local restaurant, took a short walk and last but not least got foot massages! It has been a long day but a great day!

We have made it! After around 29 hours and 7 movies and at least two breakfasts, we are here safely. Thanks for your thoughts and prayers.

All members of the Belmont nursing contingent gathered at Nashville International airport this afternoon and successfully navigated their first steps toward Cambodia. Pictured above (left to right) are: Sharon, Jessie, Mary, Dara, Kelley, Shannon, and Susan.
The team may not be able to add any updates until sometime Saturday due to the extended time required for travel. Please keep the team in your thoughts and prayers…and come back later to read of the team’s experiences.