Happy New Year from a crazy busy Johannesburg! We have taken a little break at home over the holidays, but break from school and "work" really mean time to catch up at home.... It has been nice to find a little time to relax with the family, though, as well.
Seeing as it has been a while since our last update, this one may be a bit lengthy.... :)
For the last week and a half Brad has been back at work full force, preparing materials for this years' youth and planning for upcoming events. We have had some problems with printing our quiet times and are running behind the deadlines we set for ourselves. Please pray that everything comes from the printer quickly and we are able to bind and deliver them so that children and youth can dive into the Word of God on a daily basis.
Please pray, also, for our upcoming annual Leader's Kick Off. The Kick Off will be on February 12, and we will be having several seminars to help train youth leaders, as well as a great time of fellowship and a chance to encourage the workers to start the new year strong. Please pray for those that will be investing their time discipling the children this year!
Brad's parents are here visiting for 3 months, having arrived on Dec. 8. Jack & Judy have been such an encouragement. Jack has jumped right in and helped with projects around the house without even being asked, and Judy will be teaching our WOL Ladies' Meeting this week, as well as a seminar or two at the Leader's Kick Off. It has been great for the children to reconnect with them, as well. They have truly been a blessing.
We have been praying and seeking God's guidance regarding our home assignment this year, and have decided that we will be heading to the US in mid-July and staying until mid-November. Please pray that we find a vehicle to use during our time in the US. If you happen to know of one that might be available, please let us know! We are looking forward to updating you all on our ministry here in South Africa, as well as some precious time making new memories our families.
Mya's adoption was finalized over a year ago, but we are still wrapping up paperwork. Her name change was just finalized and the next step is to update her birth certificate, passport and visa, and then apply for US Citizenship. Please pray that this all goes quickly in light of our upcoming travels!
Thank you for your prayers!
Serving Him,
Mary, for the fam
Brad, Mary, Brandon, Marissa & Mya
Word of Life South Africa
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