We invited our children to create their own post to share with all of you. Yesterday, Emma (our youngest at 12 years old) took us up on the offer, and this is the post she has created. The subject may not seem very “seasonal,” but it is something that is really on her heart right now as she faces some tough situations. Hopefully her writing will give you a glimpse into the life of an ex-pat kid. And thankfully, Emma is learning what we all need to remember – we have a Wonderful Savior, Emmanuel “God with us,” to whom we will never have to say good-bye.

Jedi Mind Tricks As we left La Paz and began the journey home, two unusual events happened.  First, along the Baja Peninsula are military checkpoints.  As you leave the country, …

¡Feliz Navidad! Merry Christmas! When Jesus came to our broken, rebellious world in the body of a baby, the angels sang, December 13, 2017
 “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to those with whom He is pleased!” They knew that hope had been restored for all of creation for all of eternity.

There was much all seven women from Great Rivers Region discovered could be done to help with finishing touches at Deborah’s House.

La Esperanza (Hope) As I stepped into Advent this past week, I realized this time last year I was writing to each of you about my impending surgery.  The doctors …

December: Throughout this US/PR assignment, we spent the first six months in Puerto Rico (December 2016-June 2017). What an awesome opportunity to visit many churches, friends, and family as well …