Upcoming MAF Candidacy

At Isaiah's dedication

We have been enjoying our summer here, spending time with family and friends.  We have adjusted to being and family of 5 and are loving it!  The older kids really love Isaiah and it's been fun watching them all interact with each other as Isaiah is getting older and able to smile and laugh.  He really gets excited to talk with his big sister and brother too.

Our family is getting more and more used to living in a state of transition.  I have been done working as a nurse for just over and month and have been able to spend my days with our kids which is very special, albeit difficult some days.  Lessons on love and grace abound!  Dave has just a few days left at his job as a aircraft mechanic at UND.  He has enjoyed his time there and is thankful for the experience he gained during this time at UND.  As we are closing this chapter of the journey, we are excited for the next step!


We will be heading back to MAF headquarters in Nampa, Idaho for Candidacy very soon! We will begin our road trip west July 9th and will be starting classes July 13th.  During Candidacy class we will be able to hear about the programs in each of the countries where MAF serves.  We will then be given our country assignment, which we are very excited about!  This is decided through dialogue with staff at headquarters as we learn about each base and have opportunities to talk with MAF staff during Candidacy classes.  Knowing where we will be going will help us answer many questions we have as well as common questions others have for us!  We also look forward to teaching the kids about the country we are headed to and being able to share with them some of the specific ministry opportunities we will have.  We know God is sovereign and He will send us where we are needed.  



We will be in Idaho for another 3 weeks following Candidacy
class.  The rest of this time will be security training and also ministry partnership (MP) classes.  During MP classes we will be learning all about sharing our story and inviting others to join with us as partners in our ministry with MAF.  We would love your prayers during this time!


Prayers for preparation for trip- there is a lot to do and never quite seems like there is enough time to get it all done.
Prayers for safe travel to Idaho - and an extra dose of patience for all of us during the long car ride.
Prayers for Dave and I as we discern our country assignment with MAF staff.  Also just for peace for the decision, as we aim to keep our hearts open to God's direction and will for us and our family.
Prayers for wisdom with schedules and plans following MP seminar.  We know we will head to the Pacific NW for a trip, but unsure as to many of the details at this point.  

Stay tuned for updates.  We will try to post a little on our road trip west and during classes.  We can't wait to share with you all where we are headed with MAF!  Thank you to all who continue to pray and encourage us as we follow the Lord.  We hope to connect with you soon, and hope the Lord blesses you!