Settling in in October 2016

October 13, 2016

After spending the month of August in Senegal, West Africa, it seemed like September just flew by as we continued our house renovations in preparation for having my mom come live with us. We painted, added a set of French doors, opened up an on-suite bathroom for mom’s bedroom (along with other projects), and our […]

Thankful hearts, and the stern rule of Nana!

October 12, 2016

Exciting Times!

October 12, 2016

Apple picking, unpacking, beauty of fall in New England, fresh apple cider, visits with family nearby, crisp mornings, apple cider donuts, canoeing, apple pie, sharing at churches, setting up our baby girl’s crib, connecting with our home church, doctor’s visits and being thankful for the home God has provided for us here in MA, are […]

Continued Outreach to the Neighboring Tribe and Language Group

October 12, 2016

Today Gena, Bapka, Martin, and Kapia Joseph returned to the Bari Language group to review and to ask questions to find out if they have understood their need for salvation. Please pray for them for clarity and for good responses. There have already been a lot of hindrances to them going. We are so thankful […]

A story like yours and mine

October 11, 2016

It’s a story no one’s lining up to hear. But it needs to be told. An authentic story, a story people will identify with, and a story that can inspire people to get involved. And I’m inviting you to partner with me to tell it. It’s a story of years and year of painstaking, anguished […]

You Know What Your Problem Is?

October 11, 2016

PRE-EVANGELISM “Pre-evangelism” is a term referring to the things a Christian does and says to prepare an unbeliever to hear the Gospel message. Pre-evangelism is necessary because most people you meet and wish to reach with the Gospel aren’t ready at that moment to understand and receive the truths from the Bible that God is […]

Snippets from Germany: Waldkindergarten.

October 11, 2016

Tights and waterproof pants: check. Extra socks and hiking boots: check. Undershirt, long-sleeve shirt, and fleece jacket: check. Insulated rain jacket and gloves: check. Hat and backpack with extra clothes, snacks, water, and a towel: check. Phew. Just a normal day getting ready for Kindergarten. Judah and Elias attend a “Waldkindergarten.” A preschool in the […]

Everyone is talking about…

October 9, 2016

Update for the Second Week of October 2016 Everyone seems to be talking about who they support or who they don’t support. This week I would like to talk about a group of people that are running, but not for an office. They are busy supporting our efforts so that we can keep teaching […]

Project

October 7, 2016

The goal is to provide a good, low-maintenance, all-season structure in which the church can meet on its own land. Learn more about this project >>

Another Year Begins

October 6, 2016

The boys started school on September 1st. Summer sped by for them both with all the fun things we had going on this summer. So they were a little shocked when it was time again to get back to school. However they both had a great attitude about going to school. They both had new […]