Bon Voyage Party

We are just 4 weeks out from our departure.  Our families got together on Saturday and we had a great time together as we started the process of saying good bye (for now).  We are sure we will still see many of our family members before we go, but with a family of our size you have to start early.  We are so thankful to all who made the trip in to Waverly, NE where Matt's brother Chris hosted a smashing good time.  We also understand that those who couldn't make it wished they could be there and we missed you all.  You will just have to come see us in the DRJ

At one point during the evening everyone gathered around us and circled us in prayer.  Prayers were offered for our safety and protection; that we would be effective in our work; for our transition into a new culture to be smooth; and many others.  Everyone extended their hands to offer their prayers for our family.  We are so appreciative of all the prayers.  We know that God hears them and will be faithful to guide and protects us. 

Below is a beautiful picture that was taken during the prayer from Chris’s upper floor.  You can see everyone extending their hands and if you look close you can see Isaac (our 3 yr old) holding his hands out too.  I guess he was receiving all the prayers on behalf of our family.  Thank You all for your Prayers!!