Had a long but good flight home, arriving safely in Texas for the Christmas holidays. It took almost a week to get over the jet-lag and adjust to the time difference here on the other side of the world! I left NZ in the summertime and arrived home to winter here in the States, but for the most part the weather has been quite mild and pleasant during my visit. I am reminded while home this winter of how blessed we are in the United States with so many comforts and amenities....like central heating!!
It was such a blessing to spend time with each of my children and precious grandson, to enjoy the holidays with all my family, and have the opportunity to visit with many dear friends! I also had a great time visiting and reconnecting with friends at Lifegroup and Bible study, and sharing about my journey and all that God is doing in New Zealand.
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| Christmas Family Gathering |
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| Precious grandson, Braydon! |
God has been providing in amazing ways and blessing me during my time at home! I was treated to a special time in Galveston Beach with a very dear friend and have received many generous donations, including ALL the funds to purchase my return ticket to New Zealand....what an answer to prayer!!
I have also received many pledges of monthly support as I return to continue serving in missions, which I am so grateful for. I am trusting that God will provide for all my needs through this generous support from family and friends!
I head back to New Zealand on Tuesday January 24th for another year of serving in missions at the YWAM Oxford Base. I am excited about what God has in store during the next season of this incredible journey with Him, and look forward to the many opportunities to serve at the base and on outreach in the mission field over the coming year!
God is SO good!!!
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| At Galveston Beach |
