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Rob Roozeboom was initially diagnosed with Becker MD during early childhood. Today he travels and speaks about those challenges in his life and how gaining the right perspective has led him to overcome adversities.

Latest News Stories

06/12/2009 - Parkersburg Update 3

The second full day of work has been completed. Some projects were finished and some have tomorrow to get as much done as possible. Prayers have been answered! We have been fortunate to not have any rain during the last two days although some is moving in tonight. Pray that God will allow projects to finish. He is doing great things in the hearts of the students and people from this area. Many needs have been met and many grateful people have been touched through this week. Tonight students heard from Parkersburg's Chief of Police, Rob and fellow student Alexis Simmons whose house was destroyed by the tornado. VOTA also played. Tomorrow is the last work day. In the evening VOTA will put on a concert in the Parkersburg fire station with Alli Rogers and Rob will speak.

06/11/2009 - Parkersburg Update 2

Students were sent out today to many different work sites. Many great things were accomplished! They painted, washed windows, cleaned up piles of debris, shingled roofs... you name it! Work began this morning at 8:15. Lunch time came at noon on site with sack lunches, followed by some group time. Work resumed at 1. Students returned at 4:00 for showers and time alone with God at 5:30. Supper is at 6:00 followed by an evening session, a recap of the day and small group time. VOTA will lead worship and Rob will speak. Teams will get back to work tomorrow morning. Many will return to the same site they worked at today while others, who finished work on their sites, will do something different. Pray for plenty of rest and for a good night's sleep!

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