Since my return from Ukraine I have had time to rest, to reflect and to be refreshed. It has taken me until now to feel totally back to my new normal. For those of you who have been on a missions journey, you know that you are changed forever, so once you return home you have to adjust. Each trip teaches you something new. During this trip I learned what it means to fully rely on God. I thought I knew before but He taught me a new level of dependency. I learned how to persevere through sickness. For 2 ½ of the 5 weeks we were in Ukraine I was ill. I could barely keep any food down. I am grateful to God that He kept me and each day He gave me with strength to complete my assignment. I am thankful to say that I am healed. One of my first tasks to do once I returned home was to go to the doctors and the second task was to rest. Over the past few weeks I also visited my brother and sister in VA and NC.
Talking with campers during camp games.
Group picture from our Interpreters’ Camp.
Tania, Pastor Covington and Natasha relaxing one evening by the river.
Me giving a teaching on “Who Do Men Say that I Am?” The word on the PowerPoint is Jesus in Ukrainian.
Edik sending the message of HIV/AIDS awareness through our fashion show with a message.
Natasha during our final session of our Youth Ministry.
Tania conducting a brief teaching on discovering spiritual gifts with Inna interpreting.
Young women discussing how they will take a stand for Christ and other issues they are passionate about.
Two guys from the all boys orphanage where we ministered.
One of the classrooms during the Adventure Camp.
Evangelism in Vitosks.
Pastor Covington preaching during a Sunday Service.
Natasha, one of our interpreters from years past, and her little girl Tanya.
A great family who adopted three orphans in addition to raising their natural born children.
9 responses so far ↓
1 Corrine Davis // Aug 26, 2008 at 1:57 pm
I am proud of you. Continue to do the work God has called you to do. Spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ throughout the nations. Reaching out. Glad you are feeling better and rested. I love you.
2 Minister Tilla // Aug 26, 2008 at 3:01 pm
Hey there… I saw you on Sunday, but didn’t get the opportunity to give you love… I had heard you were not well, and have been keeping you in prayer. I really do enjoy hearing the stories. Thanks for the pics… they really help us to connect with your experience. Continue to rest in His arms… I love you!
3 Michele Davis // Aug 26, 2008 at 9:06 pm
Hey Sis, Love the pictures. I am so proud of you being so obedient to the Lord. You go girl! Still can’t believe how fast 7 weeks have gone by already. Guess time flies when you’re having fun, right?!!!. What’s the plans this week?
4 Kay Abelman // Aug 26, 2008 at 10:43 pm
Thanks for the update. So glad you are well again. PTL
5 Carolyn R. O'Bryant // Aug 27, 2008 at 6:30 am
It’s always a pleasure to hear from you and see the hands of God upon you and the ministry to which He has called you to do. I am glad you are feeling better. Know God is able!
Love YA
Carolyn
6 Latitia Greene // Aug 27, 2008 at 5:54 pm
Hey, Tania! Thx for staying committed to what you were called to do — you continue to serve as an example to me (and I know others, too). A missionary on a mission from God — how awesome is that! Love you, Latitia
7 Keisha // Aug 30, 2008 at 6:38 pm
Tania,
You are truly awesome! Continue to be used for His glory. Glory to God. You are destined for greatness.
Love, Keisha
8 Catrina // Sep 5, 2008 at 6:37 pm
Tania,
Look at God!! I am proud of you and pray God’s blessings and protection are with you. Thank you for the pictures of the trip they really blessed me.
9 Bernette Richardson // Nov 14, 2008 at 3:20 pm
Tania:
I am sooo proud that you are listening to God and doing His will. You are an example to many.
You know I will always make sure you have a good dinner whenever you return.
Prayerfully,
Bernie
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