Quarterly Newsletter

It’s March, but summer is just around the corner. June will be here before we know it! And, that means—Mexico!! The process that God set in motion over a year ago will finally be coming to fruition. Ilona Hadinger, my missionary mentor in Mexico, reminded me that man may make many plans, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails. (Proverbs 19:21) That is so true!

This has been quite a journey. God had proved His faithfulness at every turn and I wait in expectation to see His purpose prevail. In just a few months, I will finally be able to set my feet on the ground of Oaxaca, Mexico and meet the Hadingers for whom I have been praying and getting to know via email. I will have the privilege to see Oaxaca Christian School where I will be working with amazing students who are serving the people of Mexico along with their parents. I will begin to use and stumble over the Spanish I have been attempting to learn as I interact with the local people. It’s finally going to happen!

As always, thank you for continuing to pray and give. You are the reason this is even a possibility. Thank you for your sensitivity to His leading and your obedience. May God bless you abundantly!

Prayer Needs:
1. That the last of the finances will be raised.
2. God’s peace and guidance through all of the transitions—leaving family and friends, final preparations like packing and moving; adjusting in a new country, culture, ministry, etc.


Financial Report:Monthly Pledges Needed-$500.00 (for the 12 months)
OR
Cash-$6,000.00 (one time-to cover the lack of pledges)
If 20 people gave $25.00 a month, this would be fulfilled.

Why Does It Cost So Much?

I was told recently that missions have gotten expensive and I have to agree. However, please allow me to assure you that the money you give is all accounted for through the Assemblies of God. The AG has a very strong missions program. They have been sending missionaries for many years and they know the actual costs required to make this possible.

This is the basic breakdown of my budget:
Monthly Budget Expenses: (multiplied by the 12 months I will be in Mexico)
-Covers personal monthly allowance, housing allowance, insurance and several other smaller items.
Base Cash Budget:
-Covers fares to and from the field, deposits, visas, immunizations, promotion, excess baggage fees, pre-field orientation, etc.

This really isn’t all about money, but it does require a lot to live in another country for a year. I praise God for faithful givers like you.
Thank you!