It's been a long time since I've posted here because-well we've been so busy. And also because sometimes in the in-between times it's hard to know what to say or how to say it.
Back in 2021 through a series of events (both personal and in ministry) God slowly (or not so slowly at times) nudged us to evaluate what we were doing and what we needed to change. After much prayer and counsel, we stepped out of our roles at CdR. That had been my (and our) life for a while and it was hard to imagine anything else. It was a difficult season but change often is, but we have definitely grown through it. We saw evidence of God at work leading us on and giving us peace.
And here we are now. After a few months of more prayer and counsel we joined ITM. In retrospect it was good timing and a really good fit for Joel and for our family for the season we are in now. I can see how many of Joel's gifts and talents fit for the role that he has within the mission. And is able to help practically and encourage the missionaries who are stationed in rural areas working to plant churches and share the gospel there. So we do what we can here so they can do what they are called to do there. Shortly after joining ITM we welcomed our third child and last year, our fourth child was born. We are thankful for a place to serve and thankful for little ones to raise and pray they will come to know love and serve the Lord and be a blessing to others.
So that's it in a nutshell. Thanks for praying with us. We pray that our lives, ministry, and family will be used by God for His glory and that many more may come to know Him here in the city where we serve and beyond.
Bendiciones.
-Kristen
