January 2014 Praise and Prayer

As we landed in Davao, I was able to
see Faith Academy Mindanao,
with its white roofed buildings,
out the window of the airplane!

Give PRAISE:

• I have arrived in Davao and I traveled in STYLE! I was able to get on every flight that I wanted to and I was seated in a business class seat for 2 out of 3 flights. The extra legroom, scrumptious food, and privacy all helped me to arrive well rested. I have never been so relaxed on a trip across the Pacific!
• My house, my motorcycle, and my classroom were waiting for me in good order. During my first few days back I was easily able to get the essentials prepared to start classes on January 8.
• Many graduates and former students are in town visiting family over the holidays. What a blessing to hear how God is showing himself to be faithful in their lives as they mature into young adults.

Please PRAY:

• For elementary teachers to fill the critical need in four classrooms next school year at Faith Academy Mindanao. (see more in this video)
• I'm back to teaching 4 classes at the high school - AP Calculus, PreCalculus, Geometry, and Biology. Planning, teaching, and managing these classes is a somewhat mundane set of tasks for me, but it brings lots of opportunities to interact with students, fellow teachers, and parents. Please pray with me that God would clearly show me where I should step out in ministry.

December Praise and Prayer

The lovely, REAL Christmas tree we
decorated this year.

Give PRAISE:

• God has provided new monthly financial partners so that my ministry budget goal is reached! I will be able to return to support Bible translation through educating missionary kids living in Davao in time to start second semester!
• I am looking forward to taking time to enjoy Christmas with friends and family. It's been many years since I've enjoyed a cold, and possibly white Christmas.
• Many of my former students have just finished their first semester of college and survived their first college finals. Thank God for his faithfulness in their lives!

Please PRAY:

• For elementary teachers to fill the critical need in four classrooms next school year at Faith Academy Mindanao. (see more in this video)
• My return ticket is a standby ticket - so pray there will be openings on the flights I want to travel, even during the busy holiday season.
• I will arrive in Davao just a few days before second semester starts. Pray for health - physical, mental, and spiritual - as I hit the ground running!

November Praise and Prayer

Give PRAISE:

• For a clear internet connection which has allowed meaningful and effective communication during my AP Calculus classes.
• For an Interim Head of School, who arrived in October, to provide leadership for Faith Academy Mindanao.
• For the beauty of creation and the chance to enjoy the crisp fall colors, cooler weather, and enjoyable traditions.

Please PRAY:

• That God would lead additional prayer and financial partners to join my partnership team in the next month so I will be permitted to return to the Philippines for the start of the 2nd semester on Jan. 8, 2014. 
• For God to provide great opportunities to share of my role in supporting missionary families’ educational goals for their children with people here in the US. 
• For elementary teachers to fill the critical need in four classrooms next school year at Faith Academy Mindanao. (see more in this video)

If you are interested in partnering with me in ministry, visit wycliffe.org. 

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Praise and Prayer September 2013

Give PRAISE ...

• for times of rest and relaxation.
• that my remote class is going well! So far the tech side of things has gone well and having the connection with my students is rewarding.
• for the opportunity to go to Orlando in September to visit the Wycliffe Center and attend the Wycliffe Connection, a retreat and connection time for furloughing missionaries. 

Please PRAY ...

• that God will bring financial and prayer partners to join with me in ministering to MK's and that God will provide great opportunities to interact with people here in the US. 
• for provision of a Head of School for Faith Academy Mindanao and grace for those who are filling the gap in the meantime.

Praise and Prayer July 2013

Grandpa and I at the lake

Give Praise for:

• a great place to stay (I'm living with my sister and brother in Kearney) while I'm in the US on furlough. Rachel has also lent me a car to use while here as well. I'm enjoying the opportunity to spend time with family.
• safety, even with a flat, on the trip to visit my uncles and grandparents in MO.
• a more relaxed schedule, a blessing after a busy year.
• a great church family to welcome me home.

Please Pray for:

• partners to support me with prayer and finances. I will need to raise additional funds to help with increasing prices in Davao and additional costs while living in the US. 
• traveling mercies as I travel to visit friends and family during the next 6 months.
• the teachers and administrators of Faith Academy Mindanao as they prepare for a new school year which starts Aug. 6th.