Live from Orlando...

Well, it's not Saturday night, but I just wanted to send out a quick little update. 

For those of you we haven't gotten the chance to tell yet, unfortunately, the tourist visa we had applied for for Rene was denied, so Ginny is making this trip solo.

I (Ginny) arrived safely in Orlando a week and a half ago and have been enjoying the training so far--lots of info--although it is sad to be away from Rene for so long.  I also want to share a praise for my hostess, Kathy, Missionary Ventures' bookkeeper here in the Orlando office.  She is so hospitable and kind, and I have totally enjoyed my stay with her!  Thank God for that provision!

We also just have a couple of immediate (events that happen today) prayer requests:

--At about 5:30 EST today Rene (via conference call) and I will go before the Board of Directors for official approval, and possibly any counsel they decide to offer as well.  Please pray for Rene and me, for unity in spirit, despite the physical distance, peace (no anxiety, but resting in the Lord,) and clear minds to be able to communicate clearly our vision and plan for ministry in Guatemala, as well as to answer with discernment, integrity, diplomacy, and sharpness of mind any questions they might send our way.  Pray for the Board, for wisdom, discernment, words from the Lord, and godly leadership towards us in any decision making that has to be made regarding us and our future with Missionary Ventures.

--On a slightly lighter note, tonight it "20-foot Banana Split" night for the Uth group!  Please pray for a sweet time of fellowship, especially for new kids to feel included, and for Rene and Micah (our co-leader) as they teach the kids (Micah will be leading the message tonight), as well as for the Uth band, who will be leading the group in worship.  Thank God with us for the youth standing up to serve the Lord and their peers with the gifts He has entrusted to them!

Thank you all for standing and partnering with us!  We couldn't do it without you!

Many blessings,