Thanks for your prayers as John and I flew to the States for Seed Company meetings. It was a whirlwind of a trip (a little too busy for our liking) but special and fun in a lot of ways. Here are some of the highlights:
- We were encouraged and inspired through the Seed Co. meetings. We saw a number of old friends and met many new colleagues.
- We got to see Grant 7 days out of the 13 we were in the States! His Ultimate team had a tournament in the city where the meetings were held, and then he was able to spend a few days over the Thanksgiving break with us. It was a special gift from God.
- We were able to spend time with John’s parents, two of John’s brothers and some of their kids, and my sister and family.
- We ate lots of good food and I had a break from cooking. :)
- The boys did great while we were away.
So thank you for praying. Pray for us now as we settle back in and get back to our jobs.
enjoying time together in Brisbane on the way to the States
a room full of Seed Co. folks hearing what God is doing in Bible translation around the world
Grant (on right) with his grandparents and some of his cousins
we so enjoyed watching Grant (far right) and his team play Ultimate
saying good-bye to my lovely big sister, Beth
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looks like a good trip…fast and full but good. Paul Sailhamer
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Yes!! Merry Christmas to you guys!
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So happy to hear that your trip went well! That WAS a whirlwind trip considering the distance you had to travel.
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Yep, it was, but thankful for it! Hope you’re doing well, Louise. Merry Christmas!
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All great news! Kim
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Thanks, Kim. Hope you guys are doing well.
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Very happy for you at this gift from God. Dan
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Thanks, Dan!
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I can understand it being a “too busy” trip, but it sounds like the two of you had some time together and then I know it is such a blessing to have time with your family. Glad to hear the boys were fine while you were gone. Praying as you readjust to home. :)
Sheryl
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Thanks, Sheryl. Hope you guys have a wonderful Christmas.
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Prayed for you the entire time! Such a blessing to hear this report! Loved the photos and so good to see a photo with Fred and Dorothy! We pray for them, as well. Have a blessed Christmas season!
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Thanks, Gensels!
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Hi Brena and John, There is some good news on the progress of the Bughotu recordings. The technicians are working on the recordings. It is still going a bit slowly due to the holidays but we have greater commitment from both technicians and readers. Have a very blessed Christmas and New Year! Blessed to serve with you, cynthia
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Thanks for all you’re doing for the Bughotu people, Cynthia. Love to you and hope your Christmas is special.
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Wonderful how God arranged some quality visits with loved ones during your Seed Company trip. A refreshment for all involved. Hutch
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Thanks, Hutch!
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Thanks for the update. Glad to see you enjoyed your time. Have a wonderful Christmas. Love from Kevin & Machi
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Thanks! Hope you have a great Christmas too.
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