Those that are closest to me know that 2010 was a very difficult year for me and my family. It brought challenges I never thought I’d encounter and changes I never envisioned having to make. And yet, here I stand. Through God’s power and mercy, I survived. And I can say with all confidence that I walk closer to my Lord than ever before, although with a bit of a limp now :-)
In the midst of all my family struggles, God was still at work through literacy missions. God worked through the September EFL workshop to help equip a team that went to Guatemala in November. You can visit the blog they kept of that trip and see for yourself the success they encountered. English classes helped a great deal with relationship building, as we had prayed they would. The team headed down there not knowing what to expect for a turnout, and I think were surprised at the number of students that came out...and the relationships that were developed as a result. I rejoice with them at the work God is doing in Guatemala and pray for a full-time language ministry to take root.
Throughout 2010, I have continued to minister to adult internationals in my own community of Lodi through English classes held at the primary school. Last year, a similar program was started in Waunakee. It’s great to see new things get started. In 2011, I am working towards starting a new ESL ministry myself in either Portage or Madison. I know there is a need in both areas. I have an informational meeting scheduled for Feb. 13th at my church, River of Life, in Portage. I am hopeful for a good turnout of potential volunteers. If so, then we will move ahead towards starting a full-fledged ESL ministry. If not, my plan is to get involved in Madison with some of our ethnic church plants and see how God may use me to edify those works.
In 2010, I took a part-time position at our church as the pastor’s assistant. I absolutely LOVE my job! I am so thankful for God’s provision, not just financially, but spiritually...as I am encouraged daily to be in the Word more and more. The hours allow me to continue with missions work, and be there for my kids on a consistent basis. God never ceases to amaze me as He provides in so many ways for His glory! I give Him all the praise...He is amazing!
Prayer Requests
Workers for the Harvest—Please pray that God would raise up more workers to get involved with ESL ministries and international church plants in the Madison and Portage areas!
ESL Ministry...Portage?—Please pray for the February 13th meeting...that many would turn out for it...above all, for God’s leading in this venture. I don’t want to be out of step with my God.
Family—please continue to pray for me and my family as we adjust to the changes in our lives.
Provision—Please pray for me as I seek to resume raising support for the ministry again. I had needed to set that aside for a time, but it is time to get back to it.
FINANCIAL SUPPORT
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THANK YOU
Thank you for your continued prayers and financial support! Please let me know how I can pray for you!
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