Well, since the kids went home, I haven't been blogging. We had a great trip to Nepal. It was wonderful to see the kids from previous tours and get to know them. We also had the privilege of visiting 3 children's homes that World Help partners with. The kids are adjusting back into school and Nepali life well.
Steven and I have enjoyed being home in Alabama for a few weeks. July is flying by and we leave Sunday to head to Uganda to pick up the new children. We can't wait to be there (although we wish there was a faster way than 15 hour plane rides)!
We will be directing the West Coast tour this year, and we are excited about all God has in store. One huge answer to prayer is that all the children and chaperones for this tour have gotten their visas! We just found out last week that the Ugandans were approved!
You can be in prayer for everyone as this tour begins...here are some specifics:
- TRAVEL: for safety and health as all the kids fly to the US. Also, that everything will go smoothly bringing the kids through customs.
- TRAINING CAMP: this is one of the hardest parts of the year. Pray that the kids will adjust well to America (English, food, bonding with the kids from other countries, using silverware, different toilets, etc). There are so many changes for them all at once, and on top of that, they have to learn the program. I will be training the kids, so please pray for endurance and energy as well as for my voice to stay strong. Pray that our new staff as well as the East team staff will bond and work well together.
- SCHEDULING: that the Lord will show very clearly what churches we need to be in for this coming tour, and that He will begin preparing the hearts of the people who will see us this year.
- HEARTS: that these children will grow spiritually this year and understand what it means to worship and follow Jesus with their whole heart. Pray for us as leaders as we disciple these kids that we will be filled up with Jesus so he will spill out on the children and people we meet.
We look forward to getting to know our 15 new children...you can be sure that cute pictures are to come!
4 comments:
Hey! I didn't realize you were in town! I know your schedule may be hectic right before leaving town, but if you get a free night, we should get together!
I can't wait to hear about this year's tour! I know it will be great. I'll be praying!
P.s. - Rhoda told me that she met you and is great friends with your parents - small world!!
Hi, Tiffany,
This is Mike's mom, Elizabeth :-) He mentioned your blog, so I stopped by. Wanted to let you know that I (and many others from my church and the Christian community here in Tampa) are praying for team COTW West. I'm looking forward to getting to know all of you better in this virtual world and hope to meet you in person before your tour is over. I would love to do something for the team, and asked Mike about sending Florida shirts or cookies, but.....! If you need anything at all, in addition to prayers & love, please just let me know. Have a wonderful week!
Elizabeth Brandes
epbrandes@yahoo.com
Tiffany, just found your blog. What is the COTW tour all about?? It's purpose and vision etc. Inspired by your love and dedication for the Lord.
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