Last week we traveled to Nebraska and Kansas. In Nebraska, we visited some dear friends from our time in New Tribes Bible School 2000-2002. They were just dating then, but they are married now with 2 precious kiddos. Kaden is two and a half, and Aliyah is one. Our kids had a blast playing with the little ones.
Isn't she a doll???
One of the highlights of the time for the kids was riding on the 4-wheeler on the farm. First they rode with Steve or Uncle Justin, then they drove with one of them as the passenger, then they eventually rode solo!
This was a dream-come-true for Zach. :)
Nebraska farm country is beautiful!
Go, Ben!
Riding off into the fields.
A morning at the park.
In Kansas, we visited the Hansen family. Janice came to the Philippines to visit us and help out at a conference in 2006, so it was great to see her again and to finally meet her husband, Warren. They have been such an encouragement to us in the work amongst the Agta as they have emailed often and sent packages to brighten our day. While we were there, Steve and Warren spent many hours playing this beanbag game. I think after a fierce competition, Steve came out as the Ultimate Beanbag Champion. :)
Here was what they were shooting for.
Mikayla and her "roommate" Miss Janice (they shared a room when Janice came to visit us).
We so enjoyed their amazing hospitality. While we were there, we also got to visit with a church that partners with us faithfully, Metro East Baptist Church. We had a wonderful time with all the people there and were very encouraged by the level of partnership they have with us in the work with the Agta.
The kids also enjoyed playing with their dog, Millie.
Zach lost another tooth yesterday! Here is his toothless grin. :)
We are home for a whole week right now! It is wonderful to have some time to hang with friends and family here as well as catch up on some work things. But it's not ALL work - our church here bought us season passes to this great little waterpark in our town, and the kids have been having a BALL there! Thank you, Osage Hills!
I also wanted to give you a brief update on how you can continue to pray for the Agta while we are over here. The churches are continuing to meet in our absence but need your prayer to stay consistent in their study of the Word and reaching out to others. Pray that they would remain faithful and continue to grown in their walk while we are gone. You can also be in prayer for these 3 American college students as they are working amongst the Agta this summer. They are attempting to build relationships and start Bible studies in new areas in the mountains. Pray for safety and that God would use them mightily wherever they go.
Next week we head north - to Minnesota! We will be home just one night before heading west for Colorado. Thanks for your continued prayers!
The kids also enjoyed playing with their dog, Millie.
Zach lost another tooth yesterday! Here is his toothless grin. :)
We are home for a whole week right now! It is wonderful to have some time to hang with friends and family here as well as catch up on some work things. But it's not ALL work - our church here bought us season passes to this great little waterpark in our town, and the kids have been having a BALL there! Thank you, Osage Hills!
I also wanted to give you a brief update on how you can continue to pray for the Agta while we are over here. The churches are continuing to meet in our absence but need your prayer to stay consistent in their study of the Word and reaching out to others. Pray that they would remain faithful and continue to grown in their walk while we are gone. You can also be in prayer for these 3 American college students as they are working amongst the Agta this summer. They are attempting to build relationships and start Bible studies in new areas in the mountains. Pray for safety and that God would use them mightily wherever they go.
Next week we head north - to Minnesota! We will be home just one night before heading west for Colorado. Thanks for your continued prayers!
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