Thanks a "latte" for your prayers!

This summer, I had the opportunity to share with many of you some highlights of the past year.  I am so blessed by your encouraging words, uplifting emails, and genuine interest in what God is doing at BFA.

As promised, here are some prayer requests for my students and me.  I'd so appreciate your prayers in the coming weeks as we begin the new school year on September 3!

Students ask you to pray that...
- They have safe travels back to Germany in two weeks
- Their transition from middle school to high school goes smoothly
- New students feel welcome
- Dorm students would communicate well with parents
- Departing students transition well into new schools/colleges
- They would have wisdom in the college application process
- Seniors lead well and set a good example for underclassmen
- They would all continue walking closely with Jesus

And I'd appreciate your prayers for...
- Safe travels back to Germany tonight
- A smooth move into my new apartment this week and making it "home"
- Unity for our new middle school staff team
- Creativity and energy as I prepare for the coming school year

It's hard to believe that I'll be in Germany only 24 hours from now!  I give thanks to God for a wonderful summer in the States.

Thinking about giving?

Now's the time!  I head back to Germany in just over a week, and I'm still looking for people to partner with me financially.

Would you consider joining the team by making a monthly pledge or a special donation in the next few days?

Every bit counts!  You can give using this form.  Your contribution means so much to me and will greatly impact the lives of the missionary kids I serve.

Question & Answer Time

When are you going back?
Two weeks from today!  I leave late in the evening on Saturday, August 17, on an overnight flight.

Are you ready?
Yes and no... It's been a great summer of spending time with family and friends, and I'm very excited to see what the Lord does this year at BFA!  However, I'm still looking for people to join me as financial partners.  I'm short about $900 in monthly pledges.  I'd love it if YOU would prayerfully consider joining my support team.  You can fill out this form if you'd like to make a monthly pledge or a special gift.

What are you most looking forward to ?
This is a fun question to answer... so much!  Here are ten things in no particular order. :)

1.  Moving and settling into my new apartment with my roommate, Brittany
2.  Reconnecting with my middle schoolers and meeting new students
3.  Welcoming new BFA staff and connecting with the middle school team
4.  Growing professionally, as I teach many of the same classes this year
5.  Continuing with the same high school small group during their senior year
6.  Having a student teacher in my classroom from October-December
7.  Seeing German friends and visiting my favorite German cafe
8.  Reconnecting with my mentor and her wonderful family
9.  Opening my home to others more easily now that I live in town
10. Hearing many, many stories of God's faithfulness and provision!

Thanks for being a part of my story of how God provides!  He uses people like you to make it possible for me to continue serving overseas.  If you'd like to know more about what I'm doing in Germany, let's get together in the next two weeks!