Erin and I are excited to share that we will have an opportunity at the end of February to make a short trip to Haiti! During the trip, we hope to spend some quality time with the rest of the MAF families who currently serve there, take a look at some of the potential housing and school options for our children, and survey all we can as we prepare for our future ministry. We look forward to our next blog update with lots of new pictures and likely some funny stories...stay tuned!
We want to express our deepest thanks to all who continue to generously give and pray for the needs of our family and ministry! You may recall that we had a goal of being at 50% of both our ongoing and outgoing financial needs by January 1st. We are amazed and humbled by God's provision and answer to prayer, and found ourselves at 54% of our monthly (ongoing) need, and 81% of our outgoing as the new year began! Rejoice with us, as we see God leading us increasingly closer to our final training and preparation for Haiti!
"Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen."
Elsie just celebrated her sixth birthday and had a great time with friends and family. On New years day, we headed up to the local sled hill to have some quality Daddy/daughter time together. Because she is growing up and all, she wanted to go by herself...and loved it! It is hard to believe our little girl is already six and doing kindergarten. These are precious years that need to be soaked up and celebrated before they get away from us.
Speaking of growing up fast, Isaiah is about to celebrate his first birthday in February! He is showing more of his personality these days and yes...getting into EVERYTHING! He started walking regularly just before Christmas and has developed an entertaining style of keeping his arms outstretched like Franken-baby to keep his balance. Check out this short video to see for yourself:
Sammy found himself on the couch just after Christmas with sickness. Outside of that, we have had some time to get out and enjoy the snow together and he was able to test out the new Tractor/snowblower with Papa in really, REALLY cold weather. We feel for some reason like we need to embrace the snow while we still can!
We are eager to share another update shortly after returning from our visit to Haiti. Looking forward to all the Lord has planned for us in 2016, and pray that you and your families will find His joy and blessing as you follow Him! Thank you again for your prayer and financial support!
