I've been back from Ireland now for a couple of weeks and have had time to process my experience. And what a great experience it was! I feel so blessed to have had the opportunity to go on this trip. I gained some valuable insights and experiences from missionaries already serving in Ireland, learned a lot about myself, and hopefully impacted some of the kid's that I got to know while I was there.
I was able to share a little about my trip last Sunday at SRC and I was surprised at the emotions that were triggered while I recounted some of the stories and photos. As I struggled to hold it together, it really hit me that this experience was so satisfying and rewarding. I have no doubt that this is the kind of work that I need to be doing. I feel so fortunate that God has revealed a path for me that allows me to combine so many things I am passionate about and to be able to use those passions for His glory!
Sarah & I are finishing the application process with a mission agency for long-term service in Ireland. We had our phone interviews this week and yesterday we were given the official invitation to attend a training conference at their HQ near Atlanta, GA. We will be flying with the kids on Sept. 14th and returning on Sept. 20th. It should be a great time to get training, loads of information, and network with people. The final part of the process will be a face-to-face interview for Sarah & I together. Then the following week we will be notified if we have been accepted.
We are both so excited and feel like things are moving quickly ahead. Of course we have questions about some things - for example, my lack of a job at the moment - but we are so ready to see God at work in our lives! Please be praying for us that our time would go well at the conference and that God would continue to provide for our needs.
I will continue to add updates as I get more information.
Thursday, August 7, 2008
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