Leadership in the Dominican Republic was essential in order to do God’s will. As we were going there as a class trip and also a missions trip, we all had to come out of our comfort zones in order to talk to and get to know the people down there. Although we have all taken a Spanish class at some point, there was always a language barrier that seemed to separate us Americans from the Dominicans. However, God helped us by letting us recall certain words or find others to help us speak. We got the opportunity to pray for the people and give them products that they might need in their daily lives. They were so grateful for us being there for company and for what we were able to give them. They got excited even over the smallest little toy. Although it was hot outside, we were running around the fields and playing games with the children. This bond made it easier for us to go deeper with them and to tell them that Jesus loves them and was looking after them. In the church, a few of us had to stand up and share our testimonies. They were translated to the people in Spanish. It took serious guts for these people to get up and share. It was so cool to see how God was working through us and in us. Although we had a fun time together as a class, I think that we all had just as much, if not more, fun with the little Dominican children. The leadership role was very important in order to participate in the activities and get to know and help other people. We all became leaders there if we were not already.
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