It’s been almost six weeks since we left Ukarumpa and in a few days we’ll finally be able to start living in the missionary house that we’ll have for a year. We are very ready to get settled and unpack our suitcases.
These past six weeks have been really full but it has been great catching up with so many friends and family members and sharing about our work in Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands. We are grateful to all those who have either housed us, hosted our Open Houses, or made time to see us.
Luke spent a few days in Southern California with us, but then flew here to Charleston, South Carolina and has begun window washing with Joey. He’ll be doing that for the year before he starts college. We’re thankful he already has a job.
We could use prayer!
- For safety for the boys as they work and for all of us as we learn to drive on these crowded and crazy Charleston roads!
- For patience and strength as we continue to transition back to life in America.
- For all the medical appointments we need to set up and that an answer will be found for the numbness in my (Brena) legs and that I would get better sleep.
- For grace for each other as we four (John and I, Joey and Luke) live together this year (in a relatively small house).
- For joy in the midst of transition stress. I have especially struggled.
- For wisdom to know what church to attend this year.
- And wisdom for Luke in deciding his future.
Thanks for supporting us in prayer,
Brena & John
The boys are together again
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John and Brena,
We are thrilled to hear that you are able to “settle in” for a year … to be renewed and refreshed, I pray. May the transition stress melt away as you unwind and know you’ll be in one place for a while.
Brena … I continue to pray for you and your leg numbness as you sleep. Loss of sleep sure robs my “joy.” I’ll bet you’ll feel much better once you are diagnosed and treated.
How wonderful that you have a house to use for a year. What a huge blessing … though a tiny house. Hopefully, four “adults” in the house will be able to manage the tight quarters.
If Anita and/or I are ever down Charleston way, we’ll give you a holler and see if we can treat you to lunch.
May you find yourself surrounded by people who make you feel at home.
Blessings,
Doug H
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Hi, Brena,
Transitions are hard. I’ll be praying for you and your family during this stressful time. You’re not that far from us, so maybe we’ll take a road trip sometime to come see you! -Rachel
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