Praise & Prayer Update:

I had determined I was going to only update on here one time per month, but since I need some prayer covering I figured I would make an exception. :)

PRAISE:

I have 2 donors who have signed up to commit to supporting me monthly, with 2 more verbal commitments from folks who WILL sign up soon!

I have been so blessed by the support I have recieved monetarily & prayer. I've been surprised by folks I did not expect, but it really showed me how creative God is and who He will speak to! So encouraging. =) A huge thank you to those of you who committed. I am humbled & blessed.

PRAYER needs:

Please pray specifically for the health and well-being of my children and myself. We have been sharing a vicious cold for a couple of weeks now and are weary.

Please pray for my vehicle, which my mechanic tells me is on death's door, I need it to last a little longer while I save up to purchase a new-to-me car.

Please pray for wisdom for me. I am still working my other jobs, until the monthly support I need is raised, I am working 6, sometimes 7, days a week, putting in long hours and doing ministry at church. "Something's gotta give..." but I am unsure what exactly. Also wisdom as to how to "parent" long-distance. Working in Seattle and commuting by train has proven to be a challenge when the kids need things after school. It has been working out, but it's been tricky to get through these "growing pains."

Please pray for strength. I am exhausted as you can imagine due to the above situations. Until that is resolved-hopefully in the next month or so- I need strength to continue with all obligations and responsbilities I have. I especially need true, restorative sleep.

MARCH MADNESS 2015

I thought a "Sports" reference was appropriate...

Well I have been in the office now for several weeks and am finally adjusted to the work hours. I have become aquainted with much of the staff and am sincerely enjoying my time here. Every day the Lord confirms to me again that I am right where I belong. I have been tasked with various things using my giftedness (i.e...Mentoring, Writing, Encouraging others in Ministry) that continue to assure me I made the right choice.

I have hit the ground running so-to-speak, aside from training, I have already begun proofing curriculum, fundraising and last weekend had the honor of hosting a table at our Annual Donor Banquet. This was held at Salty's restaurant in Seattle, overlooking the Seattle Skyline. It was a lovely day and by God's grace we were able to reach our financial & donor goal. Considering I only had a week of preparation, I was glad that 4 of my invited friends were able to attend! It was lots of fun. I learned that as an organization we were able to TRAIN over 1500 students this past year and REACH over 4,000 children for Jesus. That is what it is all about!

I think I'm most enthusiastic about some upcoming travel. I will be headed to Co. Springs in June for some training; which I am very excited about. (I also will be able to stay with my best friend Randi! That just feels like a little extra blessing from Jesus to me. Of all the cities, in all the states I could be training at, it happens to be Co. Springs! So excited!)

Prayer/needs:

**This past week I called in sick 2 days! Me and the kids have been fighting a nasty cold virus. So please pray for healing and continued wellness.

** Now that I know how much money I need each month, would you please consider becoming a supporter? I need 30-40 people to commit to sponsoring me for $35-50 every month. If you're not able, please pray that others would be! (The information on how/where to give is under the February FAQ page link to the left.)

** I am praising God that He brought me here where I can use my giftedness and feel like I am part of something bigger than myself. It is a joy to serve Him.

Thanks for reading and God bless you!
Mia