Finally!

Well, the time has come! God has rewarded our persistence! I know it's short notice, but we want to let everyone know that we leave Thursday, October 2nd. All of our required forms, visas, passports, vaccinations, funds, and assignments have been completed and received! A huge sigh of relief can probably be heard as you read. We are still packing and wrapping up the last minute details this week. Thank you to all who have provided support along the way. It is truly amazing and a testament to God's character of provision. When we needed a vehicle, someone said "this is for you". When we needed funds, others said "this is yours". When we needed discipleship, wise people said "listen to this". It's because so many people said "Yes!" that we are in this position waiting in confidence and full of faith. Thank you God for providing the way for our family.
As we experience new things and grow in the faith and knowledge of God, we want to update as often as possible. We don't know the details of how that will work out, but know that you all will be in our hearts.  Please continue to pray for our family over the next few months specifically for health and safety. Leave a comment if you would like to choose a date for us to share in praying for each other. We are happy to add to the list. 
We are going to be somewhat vague with the details of our trip purposely, but we can explain some of what we anticipate. Because of some changes that have taken place in Mozambique, we will spend more time in South Africa.  Our trip will start and end there, with Mozambique sandwiched in between. Our return is expected to be December, 23. During the school our schedule will be quite busy. Monday through Thursday will be mostly classroom and lecture time, while weekends will be community outreach and church service. We look forward to the many speakers and teachers we have the great privilege to hear. After 2 months, we will travel to South Africa and begin a time of extended outreach. The extended outreach has aspects of both agriculture and school, which Carolynn and I are most interested in and purposely chose to do.
It's with a sad heart that we leave so many family and friends behind for a time, but we carry with us the memories that easily comfort and sooth the heart, as well as the hope of our return. As much as we cherish these relationships, we also carry the hope we have in Christ and the reward of giving up all things for Him. Be blessed!