Passport Update

We have a small-ish update on Eli's Irish passport status. We got a letter back saying that they needed a bit more information before they finished processing his application. It sounds promising, actually. We have to re-do a form (because we forgot to add something) and send them additional information on when exactly we got each visa in our passport. 

The forms are a bit confusing, so we need to speak to our solicitor (lawyer) first thing today. We know God is aware of the complete story with this situation. He is present in the details and guides the hands of all involved. We need to keep reminding ourselves of this every day. 

In full disclosure, what we need from all you guys is prayer for us to trust God. Our anxiety is pretty high at the moment. This is a big deal and it's hanging in the balance. Please pray that our daily choices will result from a firm grasp onto God's truth instead of our fears. Thanks for walking through this with us. You all are the best!

...and now for a sweet baby picture. 

Prayer Requests

With a new semester approaching, we have a few big issues on our hearts. Here are three things we would like to ask for you to pray.

1. Visa - We have applied for Eli's Irish passport. Please pray for favour with whomever receives our application paperwork.
2. Influence - We are partnering with Alpha Ireland and Agape to host our first university student leadership conference. Please pray for a fruitful time of equipping students from all over Ireland.
3. Health - Katy has an MRI this week to see if there's anything new with her MS. Please pray for a clear scan and perfect health.

Thank you so much for all your prayers and support. We couldn't do it without you!

Mom Was Here

It was an amazing three weeks having my (Blake's) mom here. We had a great time with Mom here visiting a few new historical sites, walks around our house, and morning chats over coffee. The kids were SO happy to be with their Nana.  

I often am reminded how lucky we are to have such supportive and loving parents, brothers, and sisters. This past year or two has been especially difficult not being able to visit them in the U.S. for various reasons. Not once have they expressed frustration or made us feel guilty. They do everything they can to visit us as often as possible. 

We are so fortunate to have them in our lives. And we thank God for blessing us with the opportunities we've had to be together. It's never as often as we want, but God is faithful to sustain us all during times of separation. We are also so very thankful for things like FaceTime, keeping us connecting on some level at all times.

This team is a huge help in keeping our heads up when we begin to miss family. Thank you for all your love, prayers, and support. We are so blessed to be on this team with you.