Timing

If you know half as much as I know about FOVC, the organization we volunteer with in Ethiopia, you'll know that they're doing lots of cool things. Providing sponsorship to children with Ingrid's wonderful leadership, giving medical care to children and staff, providing clean and accessible water to communities, and giving hope to widows are just a few of the things. But it doesn't function without the effort and support of volunteers. Or without people like you sharing about FOVC.

Thank you to each of you who has played your part in serving the needy in Southern Ethiopia.

With all the areas of work that FOVC is involved in, and the many hands that participate, in my view, it is critical that we pray for the leadership of FOVC. As Ryan and I plan a return trip to Ethiopia in June, it's not without much thought, communication, and prayer. It's not about us. It's about doing what's best for the people benefitting from FOVC's services. We are considering postponing our June trip. This hasn't been 100% decided but it's looking more likely.

While I greatly anticipated a June trip on many levels, it's not about me. Postponing the trip would allow more time for logistical things to fall into place. We are grateful for the many, many people who've partnered with us financially but we still have a lot to raise. We'd also love to see the bee project happen so more time would allow for that. More time would also allow for Ryan to work with FOVC on hiring a veterinarian and setting up a community outreach.

Whether we go in June or October, we will continue to ask God for His wisdom in moving forward.