Keeping it Spicy

Hola gang!  I wanted to give a quick update for you all and post a few pictures.

First, J was asked to translate two nights ago for some Canadian missionaries who are visiting. Although his initial reaction was fear and frustration at again being pushed outside his comfort zone, he did a great job with the help of the Holy Spirit and, I believe, would be happy to do it again.  I am so proud of all the work he is doing and his acceptance of the stretching by God. It is not easy as you all know.

J's meeting with the association last week went well and it looks like we will begin the ESL classes by the end of September with an hour Bible study twice a week.  This is part of my being pushed outside my comfort zone as I may be leading the ESL portion of the classes.  (I am still working on the courage and peace about this.  I would greatly appreciate your prayers!!)

Lastly, God is so good and continues to place people in our lives reinvigorating our hearts and minds for His work!  We had lunch with a group of Canadian missionaries yesterday who reaffirmed our calling and the necessary work of making disciples.  How humbling it is for God to put likeminded people together from different countries.  Sitting and eating with these Canadians, it's easy to forget that we had worked together with them before without ever having met.  Several of them have a heart for Africa, so who knows what doors may open there.  All I know is God is moving and we better be ready for the bridegroom's return!!!

And for a funny moment in our life:  We have been drinking coffee a little more often as Dominican coffee is really good.  This morning I kept thinking mine tasted a little different but maybe just had a bad flavor in my mouth.  Come to find out, J had added a little chili powder to it rather than cinnamon.  We are keeping things spicy here.  :) 

And now for some pictures, I know you all have been waiting.

Aubrey in an outfit from Lisa Lee!

 A morning shot of Aubrey.  I thought she looked adorable.  :)

 Mommy and Aubrey at a birthday party for one of Pastor Rivas' daughters.

 Some neighborhood friends and Aubrey playing with chalk on the driveway.

 

Aubrey and Loralee relaxing outside.  And, yes, that is a tiny ponytail on top of Aubrey's head.  :)

 

 

“So you, too, must keep watch! For you do not know the day or hour of my return..." 

Matthew 25:13