What's Happening

Edwin has tremendously enjoyed having the opportunity to preach at a nearby church. It's also been fun for me to get listen to his preaching again. There's something glorious about watching how the godly pastor lives between sermons, and it only makes Sunday mornings more wonderful.

Edwin and Ella took a rapid trip to Alabama to see his mom. He doesn't have any vacation days at work yet, but he was able to arrange his days off to make the trip happen. He and Ella enjoyed their time with Granny Wina, even though it was very short. DeLaynie and I had a good time going to church, shopping, and enjoying each other's company. Individual time with each girl is always a treat!

We finished one part of the adoption process and are now moving forward with the dossier. This part of the adoption is very precise. We are getting more and more anxious to bring our little boy home, so please pray that our excitement fuels us to get the work done that is needed to get him here.

After speaking with another church planter who is planting "from scratch" (as opposed to starting a church with a core group from another local church), Edwin and I are beginning to develop a clearer picture for how God may continue His work in Jamestown. It was very, very helpful to speak with some people who have worked in this type of ministry for years.

We are going to send out a newsletter this week with more details about the strategy that God is giving us and how you can get involved. If you are interested, we would love for you to sign up to be a prayer partner by filling out the form on the right sidebar.

The last couple of weeks have been more challenging. Although the girls seem to be more settled each day, the Christmas season has emphasized the loneliness of moving for us grown-ups. It seems like our enemy has taken notice of our weakness and thrown a few extra attacks our way.

Please pray for us, that we'll respond to challenges with love and faith instead of fear or self-pity. Pray that God will further His work in Jamestown and that nothing will keep us from being faithful to His calling on our lives.