Students of Dublin Launched

The first Students of Dublin story went live last week! It’s been so fun collecting stories these past few months. People are so fascinating.  There is so much more depth than we realize in the people we pass by every day. 

You might not think you have a story worth telling, but, believe me...you do. One of the lies we all believe from time to time is that our story doesn’t matter.  One of the most common responses to our requests to hear a student’s story was a little laugh then, “I don’t have a story.”  

We want every student to know that not only do they have a story worth telling, but it is a story that is as significant as they are. God cares about these students being able to express their thoughts and have someone listen.  

So, hit the link above and stay tuned, as we begin this cool new focus for Students for Christ Dublin. 

Update on Visa Saga

This image has been our lives these past couple of weeks. We got news about the progress of our visa. They need a few more documents to complete the process (good news, since that might confirm we haven't been rejected). This visa is based on Eli's possession of an Irish passport, so we need to demonstrate that we are (a) not deadbeat parents and (b) are an actual couple who like each other. 

So far, so good with those two items. The first thing they need is a bunch of photos of me and Blake that prove that we are a real couple (images of us skipping through meadows, knitting matching sweaters, etc.). Check. It was a lot of fun going through nine years of photos together. I was on the edge of making a full-on scrapbook, but I held back. 

Next, they need letters from our family doctor and Eden's school that basically outline how Blake is an amazing dad. Check check. Lastly, we need to get a couple more documents signed by our solicitor (lawyer) and this whole process will be complete. Thank you guys so much for praying for us. It's hard to press on in ministry when the temptation is to sit and anxiously wait. We feel so encouraged by all of you guys. Stay tuned for more updates! 

MOVEMENT

This past week we attended an amazing historic event. As you may know, we serve here in Ireland under the covering of Christian Churches Ireland (formerly Assemblies of God Ireland). This year their annual conference, "Movement", was held in the Helix. The Helix is an amazing venue that has housed spectacular crowds such as The Voice Ireland. Hundreds of Christians from churches all across the nation gathered to worship God, encourage one another, and commit to share the Gospel with the people of Ireland. 

Please be in prayer for CCI and it's affiliated churches/ministries. It is such a blessing to be a part of this movement. Let's pray continued blessing through this next year as more churches are planted, ministries are started, and people are reached for Jesus!