Chris' classes started last week (Aug 19th) and though he's taking a *very* full load, he's really enjoying his classes. This semester he's taking Greek, Preaching, Old Testament, Hermeneutics, and Religions of Africa. *phew* it's even a lot to type! It's only been one week, but he's already memorized the Greek alphabet and can write the entire alphabet in both upper and lower case. It will be a very busy semester with work and school, but Chris loves the challenge and thrives on high-intensity (Crazy, I know!). It is a blessing that he only has classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays!
[EDIT: Chris now has classes on Tuesday - Friday --- he moved one to a Wed/Fri]
The Women's Bible Study is going extremely well! I have been so blessed by leading it and each of us have grown closer to each other and to the Lord as we have learned what it truly means to seek Him as we've uncovered amazing truths in the book of Proverbs. We have also had a couple of powerful prayer sessions and have been witness to God's mighty workings through our lives. Thank You for praying for this small group of women and for our continued unity!
Like Chris, Hailey is very excited about starting school! Even though she's only 4 ½, we decided to go ahead and start homeschooling her in Kindergarten. She can't wait for the first day of school (September 2nd) and I'm just as thrilled to be able to teach her at home! What a huge blessing! Her curriculum arrived a few weeks ago and I've been busy preparing lesson plans and mapping out her schedule. Noah will also be able to take part in school and he's just as excited as Hailey for the first day!
There will be many activities and projects that Noah will be able to participate in right alongside Hailey. In addition to the normal everyday schooling, we have enrolled in a homeschool group which meets every Thursday. From 11-3:30, the kids will get to different classes with other homeschooled children their age. Classes include Reading, Civics, Music, and History. We are truly blessed to have this opportunity!
As the summer afternoons have started to cool down, Hailey and Noah have spent less time swimming and more time riding their bikes. Hailey is riding her bike without training wheels now and Noah is asking for his to come off too! It's hard to believe that we've made it to this stage of childhood already!
Hannah is nearly 10 months already and is so busy learning new things. It seems that every day brings a new lesson learned! She's cruising everywhere and it was just two days ago that she took her first unassisted step! More are sure to follow quickly and it won't be long before we will say goodbye to that little baby crawling stage as our sweet littlest one cruises into the toddler moments. Hannah is eating mostly table food now as she prefers it to baby food any day. J She has six teeth; four of which came in at the same time!
Chris had an amazing time in Africa. He has many incredible stories to tell and lots of pictures! The Lord used him mightily and brought 7 people to the Christ through Chris! Overall, God's grace was received by over 25 people as they accepted Christ into their hearts! Praise God! Thank You for your prayers for Chris and the mission team as they were in Zambia!
Keep in touch, we would love to hear from you!
Abundantly Blessed,
Rebecca
