Rusty, the boys, and I have just returned from enjoying some family time at Torch Lake in northern Michigan. We got back to Detroit late last night... and we will be leaving again on Wednesday to travel to Little Rock for another team meeting. So, the pictures will have to wait for another time. But I did want to share some wonderful news that we received recently regarding our search for a sponsoring congregation.
The Hillsboro church of Christ in Nashville, TN has agreed to assume oversight of our family and our minstry in Angola -- for at least the next five years. They will be providing half of our salary, as well as supporting us emotionally and spiritually, and serving as our "home base" here in the United States. We feel very blessed to have them as partners in our work.
Our search for a sponsoring congregation is over, but the real work of fundraising is really just beginning. We still have to raise half of our salary, as well as our work fund and our one-time moving expenses. There are many things that still have to come together before we will be in Angola. This is, however, a major step in the process... and somehow, having a sponsoring congregation makes our plans for Angola seem like much more of a reality, not just a dream anymore.
Will you join us in praising God for Hillsboro and for their commitment to us and to our vision?
God is good. His timing is best. We just have to keep telling ourselves that. It has been our privilege to 'wait' for His timing with you. Love you, Mom
ReplyDeleteThat's awesome!! I am so glad they are doing that- God must want you in Angola :)
ReplyDeleteThanking and praising God with you. Nicole
ReplyDeleteYAY!!! We are soooo excited for you guys. Even though we were secretly wishing you would decide to stay here. ;-) This is great news!
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