saying goodbyes and looking forward
This morning was the last time we walked with the boys to school and while they were enjoying their last morning with their friends (their choice! we asked them if they would like to come to our graduation and they preferred going to camp with their friends one last day), we celebrated with our friends and teachers our graduation from Instituto de Lengua Española (ILE) or The Spanish Language Institute! What a good morning. There were lots of tears as we said our goodbyes, as we heard tributes given to us graduates by our teachers, and as we worshipped together for one last time.
the graduation processional
Us with John & Amie Gordon
friends! Rob & Sherry Hagerty heading to Chile and Gary & Kathy Heinrichs heading to Mexico!
Kelly, Ligia, Manuel, Pablo, Angela, Chris, & Michelle
The Graduates!
Our family and Kelly with Pastor Manuel, Ligia, & Pablo
And, now we are looking forward! Our bags are packed. We are ready. We are nervous. And we are excited! We are anticipating our first glimpses of our new country, our first meetings with new friends, and praying that God fills us with His love as we go.
Please continue to pray!
***There are more pictures from our last days of classes and graduation on Facebook – if we are not “friends” already, please add us!
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Awesome pictures guy! We are so excited as you begin the next leg of your adventure. May God grant you peace, joy and excitement as you keep stepping forward! We are excited to hear about your next steps!
much love from Canada!
Congratulations! You did it!
We will be praying for you as you head off to Caracas.
Love & Hugs
Harry & Elaine
I can’t believe it! Boy, does time fly.
with many MANY prayers
Praise the Lord He has prepared your family for this great task of presenting the gospel.
The Lord promised “never to leave you nor forsake you”.
With that promise God equips for the task ahead.
Hebrews 12:2a “Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith…”
Love and prayers
John & Elma
Are we going to have to reteach you English?
I am so excited for you. You look happy and I am continuing to pray. Today Jer 15:16, Isa 40:41 and especially Acts 12.
I love You so much.
Congratulations!! Praying for God’s encouragement and comfort and wisdom as you move on to another season!
Thank you for your congratulations and for your prayers and encouragement! Love you all!