January 2, 2005

January 2, 2005

We got a call from Adam about 5 am this morning. He was so glad to be in Quatar. He is on an Army base and having a warm shower! He said he slept until 10 am the first morning. Of course, he doesn't have his weapon and he woke in the night wondering where it was. It took him a while to orient himself. He is going into the city today. You have to have a sponsor to go off base, but someone volunteered to take him and his buddy off base. They are going to a big mall with an ice skating rink in the center. He said he wants to do a little souvenir shopping. Not usually his cup of tea! He said the weather is beautiful - about 80 degrees. Very warm after Iraq at this time.

He said there are still guys from Platoon 1 in Fallujah - not everyone got back to base. Also, he and one other guy are the only ones picked for Quatar. What a privilege! He said they decided who went based on their performance in Fallujah.

Please pray right now:
1. For those still in Fallujah - for safety, encouragement alertness and wisdom.
2. For all our Marines and soldiers - that the enemy would be clearly revealed to all. That there would be no hesitation or question of what response to have and what to do.
3. For those healing from C Company - for their families and loved ones. Pray for excellent control of pain - for miraculous healing above and beyond what is humanly possible. That God would show his power in a big way through every person involved in their care.
4. Thank God for His mercy to each soldier, Marine and family member. Thank Him for his continued protection and watch care over each one.

We are so thankful for your prayers and continued support of Adam and all the others. We know that people are praying and that God is listening and ready to listen more and more. Thank you all so much.

In Christ's love and protection,
Jill