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I’m packing up and moving out… to LATVIA!!

Last fall, I learned about the global missions internship with Buckner, a global Christian ministry that works with orphans and at-risk children around the world. Interns help lead Bible studies, games, crafts, scripture memory, and more in several of Buckner’s orphanages overseas. In the photo above, I’m packing up the craft and VBS materials I’m taking for the kids. My mom and I had a great time getting supplies, as you can see! I can gladly say that the bag I packed for my clothing and toiletries is considerably smaller than the bag for the kids!

It was a special blessing to received toothbrushes and toothpaste for all of the ninety children I’ll be working with from my dentist, Dr. Alan Owen, and his staff. I called yesterday and they gathered everything on short notice (you can see the big box of toothbrushes in the lower right of the picture). I was really touched by their generosity and I know the kids will be as well! “Pure and undefiled religion before our God and Father is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress…” (James 1:27).

Tomorrow, I head to Dallas for an orientation with my intern team, then to Latvia! I’m so excited to share Jesus’ love with “the least of these.” I’m taking my laptop with me, so I look forward to your comments and emails! I’ll try to post updates as frequently as possible, as well as prayer requests.

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