tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-60351399291919324632024-03-13T22:55:45.218+03:00Hailes on MissionThe Hailes' are servants of Jesus Christ following Him to Nairobi, Kenya.Hailes Family On Mission With Godhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15718610406788417186noreply@blogger.comBlogger147125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6035139929191932463.post-29602524319830267562023-05-02T02:05:00.002+03:002023-05-02T02:10:46.249+03:00It's Time to Come Home<p>The Lord has prepared us and led us to make a significant change. We're coming back to the USA! Many things have helped us make this decision, but ultimately, the Lord is leading us, and we are just continuing to be faithful to Him.</p><p>We haven't changed. Our hearts remain steadfast. The passion and desire for His Kingdom to come and His will to be done continue to grow within us. However, we will now live this out on the front lines of the USA in Texas.</p><p>We are excited to announce Adam will be the senior Pastor at First Baptist Church Valley Mills, Texas. He will be officially starting at the end of June. Suzie should be teaching at the elementary school in Valley Mills. Baylee and River will finish the school year in Nairobi as we pack up the house and say our goodbyes well. Baylee graduates high school on May 25th. We will return to the USA in the first part of June to take a little time to decompress before beginning ministry in Valley Mills.</p><p>We are forever grateful to the imb and thankful that the Lord has allowed us to serve Him in Madagascar and Kenya over the past 12+ years. We will continue to pray for and support the wonderful families and friends serving worldwide.</p><p>We look forward to entering into and learning more about the wonderful community of Valley Mills. We are thankful for the warm reception we've already received in the process of being called as pastor and family in the community. We look forward to all the Lord plans to do in and through us for His Kingdom purposes during this next chapter of life.</p><p><br /></p><p><b><u>Prayer Request:</u></b></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Pray for us to finish the next couple of months well.</li><li>Pray for Valley Mills as they prepare for our arrival</li><li>Pray for Baylee and River to be at peace for the changes to come.</li><li>Pray for our National Brothers and Sisters in Christ.</li></ul><p></p><p><br /></p><p><b><u>Praise:</u></b></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Praise the Lord for opening all the doors for what we believe is next</li><li>Praise the Lord for all of you and the prayers and support we have received over the years.</li><li>Praise the Lord for His Faithfulness.</li></ul><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGo0D3QS6SyQgBC1CvIie2jU6rqYB_mzlScZWhQOU1j6C9XCU4ALhNxTda4nQhLGHHoytGZoLOtY9foH1ebhQXXibDBHbv8ASkczO-iR6Sqze2tTOrHK16PBUSB6xGlXcud0Tc7LdNNBHhUq3OyXZ-j8pnXyV9mLePI4xQXiSaWN5jTmxAVKT8TnAW/s1024/imagejpeg_0.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="1024" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGo0D3QS6SyQgBC1CvIie2jU6rqYB_mzlScZWhQOU1j6C9XCU4ALhNxTda4nQhLGHHoytGZoLOtY9foH1ebhQXXibDBHbv8ASkczO-iR6Sqze2tTOrHK16PBUSB6xGlXcud0Tc7LdNNBHhUq3OyXZ-j8pnXyV9mLePI4xQXiSaWN5jTmxAVKT8TnAW/s320/imagejpeg_0.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">At FBC Valley Mills, preaching in View of a Call and accepting</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAl5dUx5H_qgq_GzOjKz-yhWVnr1JSYRukInIEfnJVkTecqojxChC3wgHuEdmPejcknCnNqi4eI3JEK1iGKpnPGYDKuAGTfoZv9Yzw08mFlGtrau1jFp2pRvB8Y3-e5dkdH1twQdFsRVQWSZrx1SwU2ClxBtTZB6RKO5M6mBT5RbysRcxwEHCUaSpx/s4032/IMG_1543.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAl5dUx5H_qgq_GzOjKz-yhWVnr1JSYRukInIEfnJVkTecqojxChC3wgHuEdmPejcknCnNqi4eI3JEK1iGKpnPGYDKuAGTfoZv9Yzw08mFlGtrau1jFp2pRvB8Y3-e5dkdH1twQdFsRVQWSZrx1SwU2ClxBtTZB6RKO5M6mBT5RbysRcxwEHCUaSpx/s320/IMG_1543.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Sharing God's Word in Darajani</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBEwwKMbtmE9yqh9KXov1M3UIF7_OEs_-sJq_7pO4Kygp71lWe7lztS2DakUBRiZ2pLjLxf4tOMW6LGzpc8dCLwdSwJJGpSCtTGcoXXJbZwdJEgbNaL0r2SnulylVrJeDogqXRtPbR_6Z2rY4gXnouKp38G45vJoD117504evDl0VzsT2F85SiBKyq/s4032/IMG_1617.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBEwwKMbtmE9yqh9KXov1M3UIF7_OEs_-sJq_7pO4Kygp71lWe7lztS2DakUBRiZ2pLjLxf4tOMW6LGzpc8dCLwdSwJJGpSCtTGcoXXJbZwdJEgbNaL0r2SnulylVrJeDogqXRtPbR_6Z2rY4gXnouKp38G45vJoD117504evDl0VzsT2F85SiBKyq/s320/IMG_1617.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Baylee had her Senior Formal</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxeQszkfmx8HFQY35-r-nUnvqBvNsDi_760-xHc67y3wAu0hBC8F3v0_WJ7SMCLgH1IuWtPaX6xUl5s-cR0wt8GEwKLjxi3meJlACL1VXY9zJoTx2FslpsLBz1wcpgNJk94QVPHx53ObsoKD_Q_M_hj4vdMSF3ODt143SK65TuKCPK_xazlC7LXnJn/s4032/IMG_1669.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxeQszkfmx8HFQY35-r-nUnvqBvNsDi_760-xHc67y3wAu0hBC8F3v0_WJ7SMCLgH1IuWtPaX6xUl5s-cR0wt8GEwKLjxi3meJlACL1VXY9zJoTx2FslpsLBz1wcpgNJk94QVPHx53ObsoKD_Q_M_hj4vdMSF3ODt143SK65TuKCPK_xazlC7LXnJn/s320/IMG_1669.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Suzie is out doing discipleship.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3DWY81fRxdpDDfUH9AJNF0A3EG6ydCQ_mq786pBONUZ_b0NuzU1qnVMoX-X5CF2criQr4IL-6KqLhxHJt8FiQ1l_by4-8P3mZaV6WLN8NenS6Hd4a_XXI0E27T3zUpwTsPA_hKj7X6C-1aUKzu9Fotnnvld_atuVqxUHqLMlEb_2ZaVnCemOC5QtO/s4032/IMG_3519.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3DWY81fRxdpDDfUH9AJNF0A3EG6ydCQ_mq786pBONUZ_b0NuzU1qnVMoX-X5CF2criQr4IL-6KqLhxHJt8FiQ1l_by4-8P3mZaV6WLN8NenS6Hd4a_XXI0E27T3zUpwTsPA_hKj7X6C-1aUKzu9Fotnnvld_atuVqxUHqLMlEb_2ZaVnCemOC5QtO/s320/IMG_3519.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;">Discipleship training</p>Hailes Family On Mission With Godhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15718610406788417186noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6035139929191932463.post-73492639778861192312023-03-03T22:33:00.000+03:002023-03-03T22:33:52.696+03:00Short but Packed<p>February is a short month but we packed it full! (No surprise!!)</p><p>Baylee kicked off the month in Olepolos, a village south of Nairobi, where she served a church and its community alongside some classmates. She was able to share the gospel, serve in the church, work on the church and love on the children and students in the village.</p><p>Adam & Suzie got to tour Istanbul on a long layover headed to Athens where they spent time with others leading the strategy for their cities in other parts of the world. It was incredible to visit places with such rich histories and ancient landmarks, both in Istanbul and Athens. God is on the move around the world. He's the same yesterday, today and forever, which is mind-blowing, especially when your standing in front of an olympic stadium that was built in 330BC, and that's still not as old as creation.</p><p>Friends from Madagascar had a long layover and we were able to reconnect for a short visit. It had been years since we'd seen each other and it was a special treat!</p><p>Adam had the privilege to preach this month and Suzie taught Sunday School. We continue to seek to find ways to serve in the local church and alongside. We've begun going out to evangelize in the area of Juja Farms, where a friend and fellow-pastor is looking to plant a church. "The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few." As we've been praying, workers are raising up.</p><p>Adam's discipleship group continues to study the Word together almost every Monday. These young men are on fire for the Lord and remain faithful to seeking and obeying the Lord's leading to live holy and blameless lives, as they boldly proclaim the gospel. </p><p>Baylee has been playing soccer this season and is having a winning season. She's scored in quite a few of the games. She will finish and end her season this month. What a joy it's been to see her thrive in sports, especially futbol (soccer).</p><p>We continue to serve teams around Sub Sahara Africa with missionaries in their first term, as well as lead the strategy for Nairobi. The Lord is allowing us to lead in a variety of ways on these fronts and we are grateful.</p><p>Praises:</p><p>*Many are coming to know the Lord through the missionaries and nationals proclaiming the good news.</p><p>*Baylee has had a great futbol (soccer) season.</p><p>*Adam & Suzie's travels went smoothly (and the kids were well taken care of in their absence.)</p><p>Prayer Requests:</p><p>*Phoebe & Josh should be having our first grandbaby in March. (Due March 22) Pray Baby Z will come between the 17-22.</p><p>*Pray for Emma to find the right job and get back to work.</p><p>*Pray for chaplaincy trainings, evangelism & discipleship trainings and other ministry activities taking place in March.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgL38TR_Pt8IqixqTnvbhaDNVgILsyk7sAyj-k1-4XKrwuGGxAz7A2GyWZWIAa0UJ615zz7P5HhfnLOLGdvWtP0WjK3BU32dcSXV7H06ZdkU8l75p2NTxAGusXrhigvN3jeuF1N-GgvIVCmTKOw5cpi_UMUjpnECabSZi2WAx_dPz48h28wazKX15tL/s4032/IMG_0687.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgL38TR_Pt8IqixqTnvbhaDNVgILsyk7sAyj-k1-4XKrwuGGxAz7A2GyWZWIAa0UJ615zz7P5HhfnLOLGdvWtP0WjK3BU32dcSXV7H06ZdkU8l75p2NTxAGusXrhigvN3jeuF1N-GgvIVCmTKOw5cpi_UMUjpnECabSZi2WAx_dPz48h28wazKX15tL/s320/IMG_0687.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">A wonderful, quick tour in Istanbul</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW1vMuY0poa9Lw4VCCHWC2RowYV7OC0V3pTXXFengJwlipA93upxgC-bUGtQfblyJtaEsLVHzqZtMtUPnuA6zLdUpGyJwcrnI132OPAmznGJZg24oALMShriE80Tzpj2aRZPnaDJh_H7tmj3M_sDtWBfYzwi7Id9NquH_dsP51rHVXkCC5j7qWcuw7/s320/IMG_3150.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">A new brother in Christ after Adam shared the gospel</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><u>CONTINUE TO PARTNER AND PRAY</u>:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Keep praying for our 55 in 5 initiative- <a href="https://www.imb.org/sub-saharan-africa/55-in-5/">click here</a> to see the people groups that we're seeking reached. Who are you praying for?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We can't do what we do without you!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.imb.org/give/project/nairobi-cityteam/">Click here</a> to give to donate directly to the work in Nairobi.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Hailes Family On Mission With Godhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15718610406788417186noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6035139929191932463.post-13096850433326752322023-02-07T21:00:00.001+03:002023-02-07T21:00:00.153+03:00Broken...But God...<p>The world is broken. This can cause our hearts to become downcast. There are so many issues, moral, political and natural, that cause pain and suffering. But God...</p><p>On the 29th of January, we visited the site of my Triathlon accident. It was the one year anniversary. I wore my "But God..." t-shirt to express his goodness even in times of hardship. It's good for us to look back and remember God's goodness.</p><p>We know the victory is won. Jesus is on the throne. We're in the end times. May we live with urgency that all would have the opportunity to hear and respond.</p><p>We've had the opportunity to go out evangelizing in the town of Juja a number of times over the past year. Last week we were there again. As we began walking the streets and stopping to share with those in the community, we came across a group of young ladies. They had exposure to the gospel and confessed they were seeking to good even in the midst of temptation but they had not yet believed and confessed Jesus as Lord. I was able to lead them in that confession. It was obvious they were filled with joy. Heaven rejoices as each lost soul is brought into the fold.</p><p>Praises:</p><p>*More children are being added to the Kingdom of God.</p><p>*Churches are seeking to go and share. Relationships are deepening.</p><p>*Plans are being put in place for a number of volunteer teams to come and serve in Nairobi this year.</p><p>Prayer requests:</p><p>*Details of the volunteer teams would come together and be executed well.</p><p>*Some upcoming travel.</p><p>*Phoebe in her last months of her pregnancy, She's due March 22nd.</p><p>*Health and strength to press on each day.</p><p><br /></p><p>We have a goal of 100,000 gospel shares. These could be presented by our company people, national partners, church members, anyone connected with the ministries of our team. The ultimate challenge is that every church member in Nairobi would know how to share their testimony and clearly present the gospel, giving the hearer a chance to respond. So that, in December when so many of them travel "up country," to the village they are from, they'll be able to share with at least ONE. Who's <i>your</i> ONE? Would you pray to know who God is calling you to share with AND be prepared to share when the opportunity presents itself.</p><p>Keep praying for your 55 in 5 people group.<a href="https://www.imb.org/sub-saharan-africa/55-in-5/"> Click here for more information.</a></p><p>To give to our Team in Nairobi, <a href="https://www.imb.org/give/project/nairobi-cityteam/">click here</a> or scan this QR code:</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPLg6vFhlf0XqElGB0gykzYnWyps_14rlTOChs12k8-XghhOJbDzhVn5MfySwXxeJQ29I21lwGLbWXVwTq1s2LimT6ZzAm-Tqw4SR8f6xl17R2zsMO27vgg_pa_FCUItg5KS7HZlDYERJ9dkV5897VdD2ayxOv_iz2b5cioUXjgW-wd7nSQD7wjEqu/s944/NCT%20Giving%20Page%20Code.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="934" data-original-width="944" height="138" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPLg6vFhlf0XqElGB0gykzYnWyps_14rlTOChs12k8-XghhOJbDzhVn5MfySwXxeJQ29I21lwGLbWXVwTq1s2LimT6ZzAm-Tqw4SR8f6xl17R2zsMO27vgg_pa_FCUItg5KS7HZlDYERJ9dkV5897VdD2ayxOv_iz2b5cioUXjgW-wd7nSQD7wjEqu/w139-h138/NCT%20Giving%20Page%20Code.png" width="139" /></a></div><br /><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Granted, your love and support have been ongoing for over a decade, and we will forever be grateful and indebted to you all. This past year has been challenging for us physically and emotionally as, for the first time in our lives, we were limited by what we could or couldn't do. Praise the Lord for carrying us through and accomplishing great things for His glory.</p><p>Even in the hardships, we reflect back and see the Lord at work. He has allowed us to be more dependent on others, slow down, and enjoy the moment. Granted, we still keep moving forward at a fast pace. We did many things well, and we did many things sub-par (for our standards), but we have seen His grace in it all. We don't know how everything will work out in 2023, but we will be ready and do our best for God's glory.</p><p>Here are a few numbers from 2022. This isn't a final tally through December, but it shows how our team and the Lord have attempted to do great things for the Lord's Name and glory.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; margin: 0in;">Total # of Gospel Shares by imb and national partners (brothers and sisters in Christ)- 2584<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; margin: 0in;">Total # of People that heard a complete Gospel Presentation from both- 8176<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; margin: 0in;">New Believers- 278 (We have more from our national partners but not directly from our endeavors)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; margin: 0in;">New Baptisms- 121 (Same as the above statement)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; margin: 0in;">New Groups intending to become church 15</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; margin: 0in;"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; margin: 0in;">We praise the Lord for using us and others to do many great things. Some highlights of the past year.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; margin: 0in;"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; margin: 0in;">Ministry Highlights:</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; margin: 0in;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Training churches in Evangelism and Discipleship</li><li>Working in new areas of town and seeing the Lord begin and continue to establish His work</li><li>Chaplaincy training and seeing the chaplains serve the Lord with joy.</li><li>Training up many M's and seeing them do amazing things</li><li>Walking alongside faithful brothers and sisters in Christ and seeing them get excited about what the Lord can do in their lives.</li></ul><div>Family Highlights:</div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Baylee became a Senior in High School and chose UMHB as her future home for university.</li><li>Phoebe and Josh announced that they are expecting. It will be our first grandchild.</li><li>Emma and Collin are married and now living in Fort Worth, Texas.</li><li>We had a great time being on vacation in December.</li><li>River is doing very well in many areas, and we are proud of him.</li></ul><div>Prayer Request:</div></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Pray for us to stay grounded in the Lord as a family in 2023</li><li>Pray for every believer in Nairobi Baptist churches to be equipped to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ by the end of 2023.</li><li>Pray for continued physical health for Adam and Suzie.</li><li>Pray for what the Lord desires to do in our lives.</li><li>Pray for Baylee to finish High School well and to adjust to the USA.</li><li>Pray for baby Z, Phoebe, and Josh to be healthy and at peace as new parents.</li><li>Pray for Emma and Collin to settle into Fort Worth, do well in Seminary, and find good jobs.</li><li>Pray for the Lord to provide finances for team ministries, family needs and aid for those in need around us.</li></ul><div><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2100" data-original-width="1576" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmvMlO0e2FWwwXKfjcfjOBZLl8mtWYE-_-7TZbNz2RtIa4fY_qtuLox2ouwwLeT1OJYqbJckNfJjZi3i2TsLlanwEnr39WHfOBOC0MFfY8GZL5d7cI8g1hLM7CWj12uea-F6BBbFqLqJtancjWG7Bv-69F1DioYjCVLYavjw_m_yCrVdtx0Vew-l3R/s320/IMG_9746.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div>You can give to support our <a href="https://www.imb.org/give/project/nairobi-cityteam/">Nairobi City Team Here.</a></div><div><a href="https://www.imb.org/sub-saharan-africa/55-in-5/">55 in 5 Prayer and adopting a People Group</a></div><p></p>Hailes Family On Mission With Godhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15718610406788417186noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6035139929191932463.post-47034344946321409582022-12-01T12:00:00.001+03:002022-12-01T12:00:00.150+03:00Reflect and Rejoice<p>This update may be a month early but we are taking some vacation in December and therefore have been reflecting on the past year. WOW! God is good! Lives have been saved. Relationships have been formed. New missionaries have come. African missionaries have been sent. Disciples are being made. We are rejoicing!</p><p>We have seen our fellow brothers and sisters in Christ catching the vision for proclaiming the name of Jesus to all those around them. We have trained up a number of churches with tools and a plan to GO and as they go, they're sharing this good news, the hope of eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.</p><p>We're also continuing to learn from our African brothers and sisters! Over the years, we've been encouraged and challenged by the passion they have for the Lord, his Word and for abiding in him. The Kenyan people, in particular, are very hard-working. They wake early and stay up late seeking to work for their living and to minister as they go. They are so generous and thoughtful.</p><p>The new missionaries that have arrived on the field this year are thriving. We're thankful that the Lord calls and equips people for his purposes and glory. It's not easy but God is faithful. Continue to pray for the 74 families in Sub-Saharan Africa that are serving in their first term.</p><p><b>Please also keep the following requests in your prayers</b>:</p><p>*Chaplaincy program- A request was made in July for Baptist chaplains to serve patients and staff at hospitals. We weren't sure how to train them, but God made a way. We have now trained over 200 men and women to volunteer their time as chaplains. There are many more requesting training and also businesses now requesting chaplains. Pray we will be faithful to fill this need as the Lord leads.</p><p>*Church plant in Juja- wisdom and clarity moving forward</p><p>*Healthy Church Training- 4 associations in the Nairobi area have been trained and 2 will be trained next year</p><p>*Various ministries around Nairobi- EV & Discipleship Trainings, university ministry (called Tangaza), ESL classes, food distributions (throughout Kenya, especially after the drought), and multiple discipleship groups throughout the city</p><p>*Clear direction for the future. With each new year, we reflect and we also look forward. Pray for us as we lead the Nairobi City Team and the First Term Training program, to lead as the Lord directs us.</p><p>*For the 55 Unreached, Unengaged People Groups in Sub-Sahara Africa, that our affinity is seeking to reach by 2025 <a href="https://www.imb.org/sub-saharan-africa/55-in-5/">CLICK HERE for that LIST</a> (and Resources)</p><p>*How you can continue to support us and all IMB missionaries serving around the world. WE ARE TOGETHER in the task. As many of you know, Christmas season is a season for giving and that's when we emphasize giving to the LMCO (Lottie Moon Christmas Offering) <a href="https://www.imb.org/generosity/">CLICK HERE to GIVE to Lottie Moon</a>. <a href="https://www.imb.org/give/project/nairobi-cityteam/">CLICK HERE to GIVE to our TEAM GIVING PAGE</a> (Goes directly to our work in Nairobi) <a href="https://www.imb.org/generosity/resources/lottie-moon-christmas-offering/">CLICK HERE for RESOURCES related to to LMCO</a></p><p>Praises:</p><p>*We will be in Texas for Christmas!!</p><p>*We will facilitate a training for new missionaries coming to Sub-Sahara Africa the first week of December and then be with family.</p><p>*Our second born daughter, Emma, will marry the man of her dreams, Collin Elkins, on December 10th.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAZ-b0ptrQO1PsFW3C2nBQ98Yqi5gGhtpAO5TFIM0QGwdRL041bYjdsdN5E7B8Jui0m0BxwNC0AmzOkR-YA9RC99XiF_K77eApTHlR3y8Sve7mLCmR8EXy_diEnzRgYVqLAMZeBzqviSKoEU8t3CbfeYWUeC9JDBP08pCCNj88KhvbGhZ21swhNR-v/s1024/9e0ee8b1-d89f-4305-82b4-9652540a1bc0.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Adam recent told a congregation that when we choose to follow Christ, life gets even harder. Satan wants to deceive us and try to separate us from the love of God, but it's impossible! Do we believe that? Even amid the challenges we face, we "press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus." (Phil. 3:14)</p><p>September included a quick trip to the States for Adam and Suzie. We were able to surprise our 2nd born and her fiancé as they celebrated their upcoming marriage with a wonderful wedding shower! We also trained the next group of missionaries coming to serve in Sub-Saharan Africa. The month also included multiple trainings in evangelism and discipleship! The Lord is doing great things in Nairobi and throughout the whole Kenya!</p><p>October was a blur but so rich and full of God's goodness and more opportunities to lift high HIS name! We hosted our bi-annual conference for missionaries in their first term. It was a refreshing time for everyone involved. We're so thankful for our leaders, guest speakers and the participants that made it a wonderful week. Some of our former co-laboreres from Madagascar, that now serve in churches in the States, volunteered with the children at the conference and then took us on a safari. It was so sweet to be serving together during the conference and then spend time in fellowship together!</p><p>Baylee and River continue to thrive in school and sports. Baylee's basketball season will be coming to an end next week. Her team is undefeated!! River finished up soccer this week and will begin basketball in a few weeks. Both of them are studying hard and learning a lot this year.</p><p>We will be coming back to the States for the month of December. We'll be giving Emma's hand in marriage, leading another training with the next group missionaries coming to Sub-Saharan Africa, and enjoying the Christmas season with our family! Please pray for a restful time as we have been running hard for some time now!</p><p>NEWS FLASH: We're going to be grandparents!! Phoebe & Josh are expecting a baby girl coming March 2023!!💗</p><p>Praises:</p><p>*Relationships with national partners are growing stronger and deeper.</p><p>*More churches and associations are asking for training and implementing changes from those trainings among their congregations. (Trainings: Evangelism & Discipleship, Healthy Church Formation and Hospital Chaplaincy)</p><p>*Details are coming together for Emma & Collin's wedding.</p><p>*A number of people in Nairobi are coming to know Christ each week through our ministry and the faithfulness of our teammates.</p><p>Prayer Requests:</p><p>*Meetings and trainings this month to go well.</p><p>*We would be found faithful to the task daily!</p><p>*Good health and a strong finish before we come to the States.</p><p>Please continue giving to the <a href="https://www.imb.org/cooperative-program/">Cooperative Program</a>, Lottie Moon and if you'd like, directly to our <a href="https://www.imb.org/give/project/nairobi-cityteam/">Team Ministry Giving Page</a>. We can't do what we do without your prayer and contributions!!</p><p>Here's a guide to pray for unreached people groups in Sub-Sahara Africa: <a href="https://www.imb.org/sub-saharan-africa/55-in-5/">55in5</a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikUmnWD2aK0NNwzW1HUsZGTTTYsy9bBodV3QDqyZpaw6fEdKCFO_VopXwCPiW24YOznSXIUp4NM9n9d0rzTa3GDznx3Uz_D-pCskFCBqxXq2yv-QFf5nCSMHtR_oiLqkJYr-nrXf7-N7IFYHhetZdJPGAOzCOvSjcNO19-M5DiLUE5hwRp6EDwowhc/s4032/IMG_1766.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikUmnWD2aK0NNwzW1HUsZGTTTYsy9bBodV3QDqyZpaw6fEdKCFO_VopXwCPiW24YOznSXIUp4NM9n9d0rzTa3GDznx3Uz_D-pCskFCBqxXq2yv-QFf5nCSMHtR_oiLqkJYr-nrXf7-N7IFYHhetZdJPGAOzCOvSjcNO19-M5DiLUE5hwRp6EDwowhc/s320/IMG_1766.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Adam leading at a training</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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We encouraged our units studying French, identified language and culture activities that can be accomplished while they're there and of course, saw some sights!</p><p>We continue to visit churches in Nairobi. This month, Adam preached at a local church plant and another associational church in the city. Suzie was able to teach Sunday school again after a few weeks off. The Sunday school team is growing in size, and the children are growing in their faith.</p><p>Things have been a bit slower around the city as elections took place and results were announced. It seems everyone was holding their breath and are still a bit apprehensive about results being finalized. Thank you for praying for peace. In general, it has been very peaceful, especially compared to past elections. Keep praying!</p><p>Praises:</p><p>*So far, the election has been peaceful.</p><p>*We had a productive trip to Paris.</p><p>*Baylee and River have started back to school.</p><p>*Partnerships continue to deepen among local brothers and sisters.</p><p>*Plans are continuing to come together for Emma's upcoming wedding.</p><p>Prayer requests:</p><p>*Pray for Healthy Church Training taking place in Nairobi (East and Central Association)</p><p>*Pray for the team in Nairobi to continue to unite and be strategic in ministry</p><p>*Pray for local leaders to continue to put their hand to the plow</p><p>*Pray for new missionaries headed to their field of service soon</p><p>*Pray for preparations for an upcoming conference</p><p>Check out these sites for more information on how to pray and give:</p><p><a href="https://www.imb.org/sub-saharan-africa/55-in-5/">55in5</a> - for our target unreached people groups in Sub Saharan Africa</p><p><a href="https://www.imb.org/give/project/nairobi-cityteam/">GIVE to Nairobi</a> - to give directly to the needs of our ministries in Nairobi</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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The journey continues. Even as the storm seems never-ending but we appreciate your prayers and praise God who fills us and sustains us.</p><p>The month of July was jam packed. We had a number of volunteers and visitors passing through. One team that threw us a 4th of July party! We had almost 100 in attendance from our company that were blessed with burgers, hot dogs, plus sweet and savory treats from America! We trained three churches in evangelism and discipleship. We had a teaching for leaders and their wives on hermeneutics and ethics. We taught youth about missions at one church and participate in a revival that Adam preached. We had the opportunity to go door to door sharing the gospel a number of times, putting to practice what the church members were learning and saw many desiring to give their lives to Christ. Continue to pray for revival and for peace as elections will take place on August 9th.</p><p>We were also able to spend time at a team leaders meeting with our company people. We were very encouraged as we worshipped, studied the word, played, and fellowshipped. We also had a few work-related sessions.</p><p>We finished the month with a short getaway to the Masai Mara. It's been on our bucket list for years and it did not disappoint. We saw so many animals, many we hadn't seen in the wild before. It was also a treat because we were the only ones at our camp. It was a quiet, relaxing time. Just what we needed. </p><p>Then, lastly we celebrated Baylee's 18th birthday. Can you believe she's already 18? We can't! But she is a very mature, kind-hearted young lady that desires most to make much of Christ. We couldn't ask for more than that!</p><p>Praises:</p><p>*Many committed their lives to Christ this month.</p><p>*Baylee had a good birthday. We praise God for another year of life.</p><p>*We had many meetings and got a lot of work done...or are headed in the right direction with work-related things.</p><p>Prayer requests:</p><p>*Kenya elections- August 9th. (Results tentatively expected on the 13th.)</p><p>*Upcoming travels over the next semester and maintaining balance in our schedule.</p><p>*Baylee and River starting back to school. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlSilCdzIDfewZM5kQ9DpLuDNTP0QK_VwAZ3jZ8Y7NrmUhQ6pwlAAPNi2xZwWxgEi5NqVMvXkeQ8kqqMDSDsn-t-5uTyliWfVTh-_VHjCTkIP1Gsyd2fya5hoGXxzTKXt_9tdlDeyZvCIURjVzGZOcY6LxUUtMXo4JkWn6ZcS9HdbNm_BZ2-EEsjl7/s4032/IMG_1258.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlSilCdzIDfewZM5kQ9DpLuDNTP0QK_VwAZ3jZ8Y7NrmUhQ6pwlAAPNi2xZwWxgEi5NqVMvXkeQ8kqqMDSDsn-t-5uTyliWfVTh-_VHjCTkIP1Gsyd2fya5hoGXxzTKXt_9tdlDeyZvCIURjVzGZOcY6LxUUtMXo4JkWn6ZcS9HdbNm_BZ2-EEsjl7/s320/IMG_1258.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Leaders being trained in hospital chaplaincy</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjr_5MqiKS5f0aOb7pGxkGBSRlQ-d10EU7Px_y-naYuDPJn8KFooF9g5dt4c7iAVeEq2CAYphUCNmcU4kEc5bD2PJlPbxB17E9NjxD6d3KoD7qj3WpGY0KJRPpSyFTe-s8dYcZXY7J7vTOxDbJhEfrj-x4Uq86mGyrpVF0WwwpwBOiXos4M0rslUI6a/s4032/IMG_1306.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjr_5MqiKS5f0aOb7pGxkGBSRlQ-d10EU7Px_y-naYuDPJn8KFooF9g5dt4c7iAVeEq2CAYphUCNmcU4kEc5bD2PJlPbxB17E9NjxD6d3KoD7qj3WpGY0KJRPpSyFTe-s8dYcZXY7J7vTOxDbJhEfrj-x4Uq86mGyrpVF0WwwpwBOiXos4M0rslUI6a/s320/IMG_1306.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Leaders studying hermeneutics and ethics</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCYgYYcHEsCn82UlBrsDwl0bIKCFCSkzyJhrfK9R6ULumeYpdNUxvDYYeA8jD4dQSEYgamd0rxisXMAxLQib9AQ4wSEBqKLRm-UYKsbAVJYJkwiGyRjUHqc_xP86TlAy0RXCrvexAcELOype6TPGUNPRTD5r86lHIpN0iZid6QzcjBjhRF-zhp68EI/s4032/IMG_8309.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCYgYYcHEsCn82UlBrsDwl0bIKCFCSkzyJhrfK9R6ULumeYpdNUxvDYYeA8jD4dQSEYgamd0rxisXMAxLQib9AQ4wSEBqKLRm-UYKsbAVJYJkwiGyRjUHqc_xP86TlAy0RXCrvexAcELOype6TPGUNPRTD5r86lHIpN0iZid6QzcjBjhRF-zhp68EI/s320/IMG_8309.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Team learning 2 Kingdoms evangelism tool to go into neighborhood of Babadogo and share Christ</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiwzdz4YTJzlF6oL8AyP6O3kuj9iJO8g_zZfAeApQnKskj2y5Uln1JlFGqVNLOSTiC-BwYujAaxzEJtrI-JilCaXJ27V2j235O4RyXD6BuixLjL3FouEoKPTz1nbGKr8zPzvtuPO5lakCvBcxQKGXpfIDgX-fYquASCbPKw8sxQ5nm8BMa2tYsW-zG/s4032/IMG_8351.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiwzdz4YTJzlF6oL8AyP6O3kuj9iJO8g_zZfAeApQnKskj2y5Uln1JlFGqVNLOSTiC-BwYujAaxzEJtrI-JilCaXJ27V2j235O4RyXD6BuixLjL3FouEoKPTz1nbGKr8zPzvtuPO5lakCvBcxQKGXpfIDgX-fYquASCbPKw8sxQ5nm8BMa2tYsW-zG/s320/IMG_8351.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Embulbul Baptist Church learning 2 Kingdoms to do evangelism during their revival</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp3Xl-7iEBi7yaof61KdaFraPEq3Rmu5D1QaBnVTnRM2H1zNHuMfnBlEp3IPsSVyp9KNCY_Y0FynLdsIAmL0ENNWlAJrHIz8syOB2XiH0vqNcDt2YnzXsPJo6fIhhwuuQxIQIsVULqTN63K_5DqfyHAkb1SDmdIdvCFxJnINbVUwisqTQ4CKH36zYy/s4032/IMG_8358.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp3Xl-7iEBi7yaof61KdaFraPEq3Rmu5D1QaBnVTnRM2H1zNHuMfnBlEp3IPsSVyp9KNCY_Y0FynLdsIAmL0ENNWlAJrHIz8syOB2XiH0vqNcDt2YnzXsPJo6fIhhwuuQxIQIsVULqTN63K_5DqfyHAkb1SDmdIdvCFxJnINbVUwisqTQ4CKH36zYy/s320/IMG_8358.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Suzie helping the pastor's wife and daughter to prepare lunch. They fed us 2 days in a row.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7Ye66M_NgFNzoO_aPVy8jyZrB90Vp_JaA24zL0a-3owqQicVytVc6e9hQJOYc-UpwVmE8LIZNLNV5xC4ZOqXozUYJzleVvkyukx7xlRdw0_7Kqf2b8FHpsZdw3fwVwy_eBPLUx8x6RMu6MKDcg7eJRH9alQwNaUnjR87y8Sun5i_T3-3aMOnS1aNo/s4032/IMG_8551.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7Ye66M_NgFNzoO_aPVy8jyZrB90Vp_JaA24zL0a-3owqQicVytVc6e9hQJOYc-UpwVmE8LIZNLNV5xC4ZOqXozUYJzleVvkyukx7xlRdw0_7Kqf2b8FHpsZdw3fwVwy_eBPLUx8x6RMu6MKDcg7eJRH9alQwNaUnjR87y8Sun5i_T3-3aMOnS1aNo/s320/IMG_8551.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Baylee is 18! Happy birthday!</div><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Hailes Family On Mission With Godhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15718610406788417186noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6035139929191932463.post-18462860686010284262022-07-03T21:29:00.000+03:002022-07-03T21:29:57.555+03:00Walking By Faith...through a Never-ending Storm<div dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri; text-size-adjust: auto;">This past month has been difficult for us as a family. Actually, this whole year has been tough. We have a need to heal physically but emotionally we just don't feel strong due to not being able to do all the required/wanted activities physically. We are responsible for so much and we feel as if we are giving our all but it just isn't enough. However, in our physical and emotional weakness the Lord is faithful.</div><div dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri; text-size-adjust: auto;">All this to say, what keeps us going is serving the King of Kings and the Lord of Lord's. Being actively involved in God's Kingdom work is where we find ourselves being strengthened and reminded that He is strong and Mighty no matter how we feel.</div><div dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri; text-size-adjust: auto;">Thus, when things break down, when we find ourselves weak physically, when we feel all alone and abandoned, He is there! The Lord is shining His grace and mercy on so many here in Nairobi and around all of Africa. He has allowed us by His grace to be a part of it. He is good and so today be encouraged that He can do more than you could ever imagine. Praise His Name!</div><div dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri; text-size-adjust: auto;">Praises:</div><div dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri; text-size-adjust: auto;">*Adam got to see our big kids and made it back from his trip.</div><div dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri; text-size-adjust: auto;">*The Brittain family arrived to serve alongside us as Culture and Language Specialists for Sub-Sahara Africa. (We're thankful to be able to off-load some of the extra work we've been doing soon.)</div><div dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri; text-size-adjust: auto;">*Baylee and River have been keeping busy with reading, exercising, and playing while out of school.</div><div dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri; text-size-adjust: auto;">*The Lord is so faithful to continue moving. </div><div dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri; text-size-adjust: auto;">Prayer Requests:</div><div dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri; text-size-adjust: auto;">*We would continue to be found faithful even on the hard days.</div><div dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri; text-size-adjust: auto;">*For various trainings and meetings taking place this month.</div><div dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri; text-size-adjust: auto;">*We would make the most of the time we have while Baylee & River are out of school.</div><div dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri; text-size-adjust: auto;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAdaPA07viHgxOUTvosfwvpBY-KhKWFT4VQFa7FMaERJJqY903mDkrDlvbFdGJdUlcAPAtjKnMLIUC6weyLhKbhsxAJ1TLF9Add4NYYsNHWTF9jH2oHHfnpEXpca0r27UWfpPIvVxifXYJk4FkjnKgbE-nRihORCtfO2d18dFWKiG9ty-3hn9gSG2c/s4032/IMG_1182.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAdaPA07viHgxOUTvosfwvpBY-KhKWFT4VQFa7FMaERJJqY903mDkrDlvbFdGJdUlcAPAtjKnMLIUC6weyLhKbhsxAJ1TLF9Add4NYYsNHWTF9jH2oHHfnpEXpca0r27UWfpPIvVxifXYJk4FkjnKgbE-nRihORCtfO2d18dFWKiG9ty-3hn9gSG2c/s320/IMG_1182.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri; text-align: center; text-size-adjust: auto;">Hospital Chaplaincy Training</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYeHXzsshDJa0B7dhGEk41bJkyFAVowxj6a00WBL5q1tW8MzrSuXCpO3BwdbW5Iuh_yNmz3xyXXSbuDihkhvsfkpB8_QMzlIomGasvayCGzOQrn9HaL6q_7fc197FgiNg6H-9jLbz3uZP22uMLdNBSHvd_1GU9dyg5F1eXonW-WMBO_I-V32ItcCS3/s4032/IMG_1228.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYeHXzsshDJa0B7dhGEk41bJkyFAVowxj6a00WBL5q1tW8MzrSuXCpO3BwdbW5Iuh_yNmz3xyXXSbuDihkhvsfkpB8_QMzlIomGasvayCGzOQrn9HaL6q_7fc197FgiNg6H-9jLbz3uZP22uMLdNBSHvd_1GU9dyg5F1eXonW-WMBO_I-V32ItcCS3/s320/IMG_1228.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div dir="ltr" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri; text-align: center; text-size-adjust: auto;">Adam getting to preach at Gachui Baptist, Nairobi, Kenya</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqttFRNRMweyYKZ952-W8lbbMJEMKUWJyokRB043HRRllZ0y6kC6VL94UmEgqEfh7uU20PWmGfT80UAv78KbG4y7Za_CE1Zr6zPfy4hw88foiSg771WHnUkMMFCvkI2Bju04P7Ot6O3nwxIKex0as9o0xqvbNUX8dASk0vAB-phpvQXTCaXrkTE5Iz/w200-h150/IMG_8241.jpeg" width="200" /></a></div><br /> </div>Hailes Family On Mission With Godhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15718610406788417186noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6035139929191932463.post-48024888596060827402022-05-31T21:38:00.003+03:002022-05-31T21:38:51.486+03:00Keeping Up...He is Faithful<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We have not been as consistent in sending our monthly updates as you may have noticed. Please forgive us. We desire to keep you updated and prepared to pray for us monthly.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Over the past couple of months....</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We have prepared for and led our first in-person conference as First Term trainers. After COVID, we had to take the training of first termers to a virtual platform. It worked but was not as effective as in-person training. Although an in-person training seems to have taken more time to prepare and execute, we're happy to say it went well. Everybody, both participators and leaders, got so much out of it. We had about 115 people total, including 32 children/youth and two churches that send 13 volunteers to work with those children/youth. We focused on the SSA M-task Framework, a missionary framework that guided our people and expressed the seamless transition of the six components. These six components include entry, evangelism, discipleship, healthy church formation, leadership development and exit to partnership. We also had other sessions to discuss language and culture learning, time management, security, support available to our people, and more!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We've continued to pour into our new personnel that just wrapped up 7 weeks of training in Virginia. We made virtual calls during Affinity-specific sessions and had a more in-depth time last week. They were commissioned to their various fields of service around SSA.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In local ministry, Suzie led worship during VBS at our local church, Ruaraka Baptist, and continues serving in Sunday school as much as possible. Adam had the opportunity to preach in a few churches as we continue to visit and build relationships with leaders around Nairobi. We hosted two short term teams. Summit, from N. Carolina, engaged many people through broad gospel seed sowing in a few neighborhoods. Then they roasted a hog and had a men's fellowship where three men surrendered their lives to Christ. We kept them busy! The second team came to serve after the conference and sought to saturate the town of Juja with the gospel. This is the location of a new church that is being planted. Our brother in Christ was commissioned by Ruaraka Baptist to begin this church plant. Pray that this plant will continue to gain traction.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Many trainings are still taking place around Nairobi. A highlight of one, held for the youth at Community Baptist, resulted in 155 people in the Kayole area hearing the gospel and over 30 responding with a desire to surrender their lives to Christ. This all happened in 30 minutes of sharing, after 3 hours of training. Praise God!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Thank you for committing us to prayer. We've been busy and there have been some tough days, but your prayers and support encourage us along as we seek to be found faithful.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Praises:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">- Many heard the gospel and responded over the past 2 months.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">- The in-person Grow conference was a success and everyone enjoyed much needed fellowship!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">- God is continuing to call workers to service in the harvest. (Luke 10:2 - pray with us everyday at 10:02 for the Lord to send more workers.)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">- Plans for the church plant in Juja are continuing to develop and gain traction.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">- Baylee and River finished another year of school. Onto Senior year and 3rd grade in August!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Prayer Requests:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">- More teams scheduled to come and trainings that will take place in the upcoming months.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">- New units coming to the field to arrive and transition smoothly.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">- Our family to find a good rhythm while the kids are out of school.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">- Wisdom over our leadership in SSA as a new Affinity Trainer is named. (This person will be our direct supervisor.)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As I scrolled through pictures of the last two months, I found a ton I want to share. Some of these you may have seen on FB, but I'm including some extras this month because so much has happened!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsG7A9vIxrmXGy02BCi8xcaYTr1Po4iY1GEEQzigdB0kOlXavpFFqhEPjyz0IhoH_f2ubf6alFX4cKOqT7uPKb2KtZgS1n2fw9GPp1iJwstBS5vK2rnShseVyhgghhCN1UaWwzq49hOnPPwjZ0GaPTIGtKH0DZf6D0OmxVOIF_duFUAlJxWspGKFuV/s4032/IMG_0580.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsG7A9vIxrmXGy02BCi8xcaYTr1Po4iY1GEEQzigdB0kOlXavpFFqhEPjyz0IhoH_f2ubf6alFX4cKOqT7uPKb2KtZgS1n2fw9GPp1iJwstBS5vK2rnShseVyhgghhCN1UaWwzq49hOnPPwjZ0GaPTIGtKH0DZf6D0OmxVOIF_duFUAlJxWspGKFuV/s320/IMG_0580.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Suzie leading worship for VBS at Ruaraka Baptist Church</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9UDJ0RSBJz2tqXPbV8uQI6ybxf1tKny5j9-KHvEaSVoKj8c1xUcHyF5XnUzfWFEpqp5EVW1Q9U5njf5FDtn6ijOs6JpiuseTz5WL9MSy6yM0FmjD7RhpBhNaPsn6W9AGKsYniw9h2rM67pNEbuPF4tFWwsrtpdGOz9ak41BiunlJ66TtqD7rfrYfg/s4032/IMG_0604.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9UDJ0RSBJz2tqXPbV8uQI6ybxf1tKny5j9-KHvEaSVoKj8c1xUcHyF5XnUzfWFEpqp5EVW1Q9U5njf5FDtn6ijOs6JpiuseTz5WL9MSy6yM0FmjD7RhpBhNaPsn6W9AGKsYniw9h2rM67pNEbuPF4tFWwsrtpdGOz9ak41BiunlJ66TtqD7rfrYfg/s320/IMG_0604.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Summit preparing to go to the harvest</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzcr9uO4G8cdyK9JZbS4Se6ho2QVdwHCYjSzneUHe6bU6QYK208zZ0b1K6pF3UgP3NhmIhyCSthxMCKRbvsLGVase6nPG_gKDxonL7MZ3jOY9NQjWqMMyHu2oDfquSW90AmDdwhaKeZLivHg4acMO5Yw_dS_utSPytvYUqpzdvhA31Gn_QMNrTr6Fe/s4032/IMG_0739.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzcr9uO4G8cdyK9JZbS4Se6ho2QVdwHCYjSzneUHe6bU6QYK208zZ0b1K6pF3UgP3NhmIhyCSthxMCKRbvsLGVase6nPG_gKDxonL7MZ3jOY9NQjWqMMyHu2oDfquSW90AmDdwhaKeZLivHg4acMO5Yw_dS_utSPytvYUqpzdvhA31Gn_QMNrTr6Fe/s320/IMG_0739.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Happy Easter from the four of us!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhI8Way_aXKR6UeejcTuJ9mo5EaUAmsXSMFHRZD_yPaQRvD1wsdcOLyT5HtVUx5ZJtDhp2ytThNDD7AOVYI9Y0_rSzPwZt5anNI3Q6UfpyAIF5i3f96cVZwj7P1aGIdnwqtUbZt9zoxylda1SW5U34TkJmkYHCl5zYXIMrXoAqCxIP8tvbmwYRn7rX0/s4032/IMG_0759.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhI8Way_aXKR6UeejcTuJ9mo5EaUAmsXSMFHRZD_yPaQRvD1wsdcOLyT5HtVUx5ZJtDhp2ytThNDD7AOVYI9Y0_rSzPwZt5anNI3Q6UfpyAIF5i3f96cVZwj7P1aGIdnwqtUbZt9zoxylda1SW5U34TkJmkYHCl5zYXIMrXoAqCxIP8tvbmwYRn7rX0/s320/IMG_0759.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Baylee excelled in volleyball. Look at that serve!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiA968ssOqsrawgkzfPIG1hsAV5jA9C_RCsDsTb94P9wodtDugolrfvEhohNOsaYtAaznJTd7sWkIRr78HKqkdG66TrUnSYqTBqeV1mIuoCVdiUNbs_dSbvPnG91dPSaX4RWF6dsIE5pQxz-4hzopySNmEK7dyWQTYgQpj8MYvkE1P-h9aerqJdHXl2/s4032/IMG_0772.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiA968ssOqsrawgkzfPIG1hsAV5jA9C_RCsDsTb94P9wodtDugolrfvEhohNOsaYtAaznJTd7sWkIRr78HKqkdG66TrUnSYqTBqeV1mIuoCVdiUNbs_dSbvPnG91dPSaX4RWF6dsIE5pQxz-4hzopySNmEK7dyWQTYgQpj8MYvkE1P-h9aerqJdHXl2/s320/IMG_0772.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The youth training at Community Baptist Church</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP7WYp7PZQeiuouMu6HVpnrRyYPJHAwfIyS75Vl0KrVgmqUuNCqh1wTjRgvtjZDX1siXYeB0Mljc1GMFSri-Yma4SE2cKnKDRNMN0WF8WY51Kv3GXXd2tP4a937oamN8I45tic1WrvzjmVyqBVZzPzQWNAQlP70_4AYzW3ZSDLmFzgSsvFNJCAL8ZR/s1600/IMG_0808.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP7WYp7PZQeiuouMu6HVpnrRyYPJHAwfIyS75Vl0KrVgmqUuNCqh1wTjRgvtjZDX1siXYeB0Mljc1GMFSri-Yma4SE2cKnKDRNMN0WF8WY51Kv3GXXd2tP4a937oamN8I45tic1WrvzjmVyqBVZzPzQWNAQlP70_4AYzW3ZSDLmFzgSsvFNJCAL8ZR/s320/IMG_0808.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Ruaraka Baptist commissioning our brother to plant a church in Juja</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixDxpJp-LXlWTj_eXWU0jmu7paNIkFEnLDilkp-UEldm8zpouJetbKQo5Rgk4KDRjwi3PnVx0i4ljgSnjMtZ2BneJbZM5CVb2B2bfCwjqMlxC5ZLY_r5DllfU-nPWmiV4E1f_1EfnURi13Xe4rju_xSgS74iLL3lwhYipzHvI9ITA9f_PJBb7g8Nn9/s4032/IMG_0859.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixDxpJp-LXlWTj_eXWU0jmu7paNIkFEnLDilkp-UEldm8zpouJetbKQo5Rgk4KDRjwi3PnVx0i4ljgSnjMtZ2BneJbZM5CVb2B2bfCwjqMlxC5ZLY_r5DllfU-nPWmiV4E1f_1EfnURi13Xe4rju_xSgS74iLL3lwhYipzHvI9ITA9f_PJBb7g8Nn9/s320/IMG_0859.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Game night at the Grow Conference</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Adam's gift of entertaining and making people laugh! </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirljZA6XGYEKznFJgY6lwV_ECUgMCddPOV_HBxxGOX9SNsEWQuJd09aUAPTa1DQgACRy19y_VPEmZIympBXjoXQHrdhdF68QgG1EXyg2pyAD98i84aQjZ5ueFn-GXJCouDQZS-4UGaBsW2bzwgUqtuL-tnFi99WaPwa6oGpgUzElbqnZZ9g14ch-Gk/s4032/IMG_0951.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirljZA6XGYEKznFJgY6lwV_ECUgMCddPOV_HBxxGOX9SNsEWQuJd09aUAPTa1DQgACRy19y_VPEmZIympBXjoXQHrdhdF68QgG1EXyg2pyAD98i84aQjZ5ueFn-GXJCouDQZS-4UGaBsW2bzwgUqtuL-tnFi99WaPwa6oGpgUzElbqnZZ9g14ch-Gk/s320/IMG_0951.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Worshipping in Laundry with the HBCU team from Alabama</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjl4KSaYsiOtMDRjGv8szdd4_HqMcx_qrccRz6796YUdT3Q-6cbuhn6SgGqRc6eLcVKq_OOJKOjpTnHznRinBxHHk5t3OwaRHS2ylTmDTEx4fMdjs_Up60CFyD2CI4mmrhyJWnuZo_1EHDb07aXcGxmzd1h78uFT_1ANxt_9zN4JAT6okRtGa-6eP6z/s4032/IMG_0976.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjl4KSaYsiOtMDRjGv8szdd4_HqMcx_qrccRz6796YUdT3Q-6cbuhn6SgGqRc6eLcVKq_OOJKOjpTnHznRinBxHHk5t3OwaRHS2ylTmDTEx4fMdjs_Up60CFyD2CI4mmrhyJWnuZo_1EHDb07aXcGxmzd1h78uFT_1ANxt_9zN4JAT6okRtGa-6eP6z/s320/IMG_0976.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Baylee's recognition for Athletic Excellence- </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">competing at Varsity level in basketball, soccer and volleyball 2021-2022</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEGpplzEDbgV-HbuBjoyC3pmrZbQKEvl7JjwyHr-AKQ9H5q8XxreIrO05dKajgFJ4zYmNDkK1mFLz-vbelVwgqs2PNZXaGZSBnkhzlDib3SmEfvseCa9AxC9JXijlh3NfezQgT7OlImeYw2HA5n2zZsSbDgT8gd57ADVGX4w67Dp0ixG1UF2ABKXi4/s4032/IMG_5805.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEGpplzEDbgV-HbuBjoyC3pmrZbQKEvl7JjwyHr-AKQ9H5q8XxreIrO05dKajgFJ4zYmNDkK1mFLz-vbelVwgqs2PNZXaGZSBnkhzlDib3SmEfvseCa9AxC9JXijlh3NfezQgT7OlImeYw2HA5n2zZsSbDgT8gd57ADVGX4w67Dp0ixG1UF2ABKXi4/s320/IMG_5805.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Adam's "bath" for his birthday</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1X5WU7t09ZCiAyzhDzJrAKOgxTPClnOZi7aocqZGI7oyS-CdPElHNmVjTFQ9dT9rQbDbh3Qc6Y4EfSUwybBOxAZloHw1X2IdOhAbFMq8GknPIvGarPARTrjF67_8irZzTKAHyJWFVXozF5B-yQ0bR49XligVyquEAJXwlJmUxtYYhT8wezlyUjLkZ/s320/IMG_7988.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Adam's annual Juicy Chocolate Cake for his 44th birthday!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisPm0pOq6UHE6coY-dumPkSMZfVskOnaYPYP0nCYD7k2ijh9H7i7MiRwF8yiqKw9UYwFHf1ii746gpFpLtIxahDxqrkK5b4a7BXlO8ndkcnFHOH8srlI6x8gl8Y5oJH1zqOST-oWx6cpQLqEiWmzRzJzFBKOtTozrvNIOpIOEtBUkVp4t9FioP7OfR/s4032/IMG_8107.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisPm0pOq6UHE6coY-dumPkSMZfVskOnaYPYP0nCYD7k2ijh9H7i7MiRwF8yiqKw9UYwFHf1ii746gpFpLtIxahDxqrkK5b4a7BXlO8ndkcnFHOH8srlI6x8gl8Y5oJH1zqOST-oWx6cpQLqEiWmzRzJzFBKOtTozrvNIOpIOEtBUkVp4t9FioP7OfR/s320/IMG_8107.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">River's end-of-the-year piano recital</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><br /></div><br /><p></p>Hailes Family On Mission With Godhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15718610406788417186noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6035139929191932463.post-37020527404124944112022-04-01T20:32:00.000+03:002022-04-01T20:32:11.881+03:00Been A While<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">It's hard to write an update when your "to-do" list keeps getting in the way, but we missed sending one in February and March, so APRIL it is!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">As most of you know, we spent the month of February trying to mend from our surgeries! Adam had arthroscopy on his knee to repair the meniscus and take out some pieces of bone and cartilage that were no longer connected. Then the doctor also drilled holes in his knee to create a soft pad from the blood clotted and add cushion to what has become a bone-on-bone situation. Those repairs required the use of crutches for 6 weeks as to not bear all his weight and burst that blood clot. Two weeks after his surgery I had a bicycle accident while competing in a sprint triathlon. A compound fracture of my right arm, breaking both my radius and ulna, resulted in two surgeries and 8 days in the hospital. Praise God for good medical care that can be found in Nairobi and more praises to God for the body of Christ coming together in prayer, support and care provided by so many taking wonderful care of us! Although the team was stepping up to help out, we needed help in the home, especially once I was discharged from the hospital. What a blessing when Adam's parents agreed to drop everything and come to the rescue. Within 5 days, every step necessary for his parents to come was met. They arrived that day I was released from the hospital. It's an understatement to say it's been a tough season! The emotional trauma of the accident compounded with Adam's recovery from surgery and trying to keep up with an already full calendar has had us stretched thin. But we can attest to the goodness of God! In the midst of the struggle, we are encouraged as we count our blessing and reflect on the miracles God performs around us every day.</span></div><p></p><p>Enough about our personal life. Ministry and the advancement of the gospel is what motivates and drives us. Adam has continued to pour into his disciples and help to lead multiple trainings in the past few months. He also had the opportunity to travel to the coast where a mission partner is settling into their new field of service. He participated in a mission sending meeting and has preached at a few churches as we continue to get to know more Baptist leaders in Nairobi. I missed doing much of my local ministry while I've been gaining strength and mobility in my arm, but in the past few weeks have been getting back into it. Please continue to pray that we would be found faithful as we make disciple-making disciples and learn more about how we can come alongside and mobilize the local, established churches here in Nairobi.</p><p>Praises:</p><p>*We are both gaining strength and mobility after our surgeries.</p><p>*Baylee and River are doing well in school and staying active in sports. Volleyball for Baylee and Rugby for River.</p><p>*Emma got a dog</p><p>*Our disciples are making disciples.</p><p>*We're meeting more leaders of churches here in Nairobi.</p><p>Prayer Requests:</p><p>*Preparations for an upcoming meeting that we will lead.</p><p>*Our friend, Knight, who is visiting her family back home this month and plans to share the gospel and train her family, friends and hopefully in a school.</p><p>*Peace in knowing we're doing the best we can do in every area we serve.</p><p>*Strong finish to the school year for Baylee & River.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm-XVHLYYFGLoF9n1P2Nik6iI8iIcLKpwMAwS4ddy_wgi-s0CK7OhaZogf-upMEpHRk-WULPcFmCy3YjWlslF3GhkNMxIdTT_XrLfwsds-xPxNoRA79U3buzToQ0e592IYKhdk54mJ1XQbodGD9ak2EJNSdUiOG11ToOYuYgzdBXw4lP10lFycWfEl/s4032/IMG_0243.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm-XVHLYYFGLoF9n1P2Nik6iI8iIcLKpwMAwS4ddy_wgi-s0CK7OhaZogf-upMEpHRk-WULPcFmCy3YjWlslF3GhkNMxIdTT_XrLfwsds-xPxNoRA79U3buzToQ0e592IYKhdk54mJ1XQbodGD9ak2EJNSdUiOG11ToOYuYgzdBXw4lP10lFycWfEl/s320/IMG_0243.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">On the mend.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4gG6OOx9eE8GBYYMlPtHuyq8a0kfN55UhQkUCiCr5uViaGn2QfbKbqNLHq49xqzYKhku-JP6jtfaSaa-L8L3XhK7Lfq6-B8zqyWR5CLmMFsSn1mbH1YhIdEjeN-4Y4e6QnQ5pyE2z2DzPAlG_GWKhOV1pA90luPdoEmpyoVbCF2gQiUS1l1LhnOJP/s4032/IMG_0482.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4gG6OOx9eE8GBYYMlPtHuyq8a0kfN55UhQkUCiCr5uViaGn2QfbKbqNLHq49xqzYKhku-JP6jtfaSaa-L8L3XhK7Lfq6-B8zqyWR5CLmMFsSn1mbH1YhIdEjeN-4Y4e6QnQ5pyE2z2DzPAlG_GWKhOV1pA90luPdoEmpyoVbCF2gQiUS1l1LhnOJP/s320/IMG_0482.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">A quick family get-away (2 minutes from our house!)</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRcYs-FCnTnD_ux8zSoAafvi_4TK1rjfj5o0Lxh0MBb0iod1vlSABJWNIg_cpsvOziPztfxH_Fsm0CMVbPd-eoXxyiPCXg5FLmEmDmrA2HeECQ4okVQFkFZcMhx_ym3pU4ERv3MhTFRmAO31Vqafx0q8KbmRgmumIfmzIdvi3c3wpZ_nkZNIMt4M1a/s320/IMG_7767.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Adam teaching leaders.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_ixd16dcVNomY5PA55KnL1c_Rwrj89P9sqxPZ9UpfE0JXSyf2-KURuA7Thux_4vmJLydVTeb5PWyo-UMcy5V-LVQd4TjZS6ePIxycUG1z5bB6tO09ZOjmVCMgaGTsKLnrChikxG7plo8V2xzF1TTP7nm4ZPccyDz73qAQIdK2dmkSDk_kihHd2Z8T/s3088/IMG_7776.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2320" data-original-width="3088" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_ixd16dcVNomY5PA55KnL1c_Rwrj89P9sqxPZ9UpfE0JXSyf2-KURuA7Thux_4vmJLydVTeb5PWyo-UMcy5V-LVQd4TjZS6ePIxycUG1z5bB6tO09ZOjmVCMgaGTsKLnrChikxG7plo8V2xzF1TTP7nm4ZPccyDz73qAQIdK2dmkSDk_kihHd2Z8T/s320/IMG_7776.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Suzie with Joy, the pastor's wife and the Nairobi Baptist Women Convention.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">The Lord is so faithful! In the good times and bad, </span><strong style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">he is good!</strong></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><u style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Looking Back at 2021</span></u><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">:</span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Number of Times the Gospel was shared by our NCT (Nairobi City Team): 2052</span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Number of people that heard the Good News of Jesus Christ by our NCT team: 5821</span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Disciples made/trained: 782</span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">The number of times our Disciples shared: 2092</span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">People that heard and were called to Salvation: 1122</span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Total of those Baptized: 204</span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">New Groups started that could become church: 56</span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">As we look back, we praise God for </span><em style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">his</em><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> goodness and faithfulness, remembering that apart from him, we can do NOTHING!</span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><br /></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">We took time over the holidays to relax. We were able to get away to the coast of Kenya and spend some time in a national park. We spent Christmas at home, worshipped our Savior on Christmas morning with our local church family and continued to try and keep our workload minimal. At the same time, we rested and enjoyed time together as a family. </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">As with many of you, we had many in our </span><em style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">mission</em><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> family that caught COVID, which kept us from getting together but allowed us to lay low and get some good rest.</span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><u style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></u></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><u style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Looking forward to 2022</span></u><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">:</span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">We've been corresponding with many short-term teams that will be coming to work alongside us in 2022, as well as new units coming to serve long-term with us. We have a great task before us of connecting with more Kenyan church and convention leaders and many trainings that we hope will be taking place in person. But first, our desire is to hear from those local leaders and see how we can most effectively partner together and make much of Christ. Please pray for all of us to have wisdom and discernment.</span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Praises:</span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">*Emma graduated with a Social Work degree from the University of Mary Harden Baylor</span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">*Baylee got her braces off, finally, after over 3 years!</span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">*River turned 8!</span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">*Suzie made it to the states to lead a training and see family- AND MADE IT BACK HOME!</span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">*The Lord has granted us another year to serve him.</span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">*Baylee & River's school is scheduled to have in-person learning.</span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">*There's an excitement for how the Lord will move in Nairobi and throughout our missions family.</span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Prayer Requests:</span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">*</span><strong style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Unity</strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> within the NCT and with Kenyan leaders.</span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">*</span><strong style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Health</strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> for all</span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">*Ability for short term teams to </span><strong style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">travel</strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> and serve</span></p><p style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-size-adjust: auto;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">*Scheduled meetings this year- to be in person and go smoothly</span></p><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgG3Mj2z1S_vPRmhW76dpBL3YEE-_Kj235HnBb9uAMvPdgAVR0jsMEa6K54dVJeAE1ChWjuIQDhjCLkJTlL-8rWX4RP2GU65xntkTqWMoWnNhr3jEisBWej-xIX_fXHsGgWczJmXqtmp45EQRcoUDz8PpLz6BxXcP-F12FbdNOzcWn93tZyAVjxxAY3=s4032" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgG3Mj2z1S_vPRmhW76dpBL3YEE-_Kj235HnBb9uAMvPdgAVR0jsMEa6K54dVJeAE1ChWjuIQDhjCLkJTlL-8rWX4RP2GU65xntkTqWMoWnNhr3jEisBWej-xIX_fXHsGgWczJmXqtmp45EQRcoUDz8PpLz6BxXcP-F12FbdNOzcWn93tZyAVjxxAY3=s320" width="240" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Suzie was able to attend Emma's graduation</div><div style="text-align: center;">Adam was able to watch online (*notice he's in the picture too)</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgPehCp-ynS5ns1J8E8s8IGwFcaTpx_wHLLkY1tUIDU-sH8abm1bXBWvkP7lKkr2x5qT64Rj1aY8ZwkM8ClTUxt0PyFM3ouKj-YXdcNM49VVezP4XbR8wOabWV9dLIoQbUXz7lC67mqECyVOFcU4uDRt-uuftaVUBhAqo5kb3wVXZknZc0_Td2S7NCS=s4032" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgPehCp-ynS5ns1J8E8s8IGwFcaTpx_wHLLkY1tUIDU-sH8abm1bXBWvkP7lKkr2x5qT64Rj1aY8ZwkM8ClTUxt0PyFM3ouKj-YXdcNM49VVezP4XbR8wOabWV9dLIoQbUXz7lC67mqECyVOFcU4uDRt-uuftaVUBhAqo5kb3wVXZknZc0_Td2S7NCS=s320" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Baylee is so happy to be out of her braces</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjEF6H8bjw61-D5bnEEhUo2p_ZfK4aSsHi8HHv5oVUHOEZ14V4ZpukTKzTIA4b484REGKI4Tu7Da370OIi_YhV6tey5FhsTx4mrYyF9gX1edGwbhZuuR3ThkbHsh5wfdgRca4IzIC-HxbMlc5wS1spwgAlvSZb6hVNKFVjJTSyMwlTri7W5cTqIArpf=s320" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Suzie enjoyed time with family while in the States</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgFYcbzyAeY06I3kV8KAy4GpCNgvFLQlNr0RSmtFaa853858xvioW6uI3mxLbpFjB99XiOL4HEfIDBQG-zFLBPmRplTcEsJlD4gfIdRf04MzD9fnZ9zK-VoCq1pb2h1VSv9yO66sNzSNa_w_kErE7V4J_AHunzHpsiM7gEqfujJaXBfjlGCSsQuLdw3=s4032" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgFYcbzyAeY06I3kV8KAy4GpCNgvFLQlNr0RSmtFaa853858xvioW6uI3mxLbpFjB99XiOL4HEfIDBQG-zFLBPmRplTcEsJlD4gfIdRf04MzD9fnZ9zK-VoCq1pb2h1VSv9yO66sNzSNa_w_kErE7V4J_AHunzHpsiM7gEqfujJaXBfjlGCSsQuLdw3=s320" width="240" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Tsavo Vacation touring the Railroad where Lion's attacked when it was being built</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjlc8UM9Ms4eJgOP_R_Sg-sGS4e5B6W31m99kM91QXIQudQhDTZTkDAAnFx7zrCeaiLlYlWAs3O-NK3Po8kaRYJUecOq91gNloE4NwnbLIYrWEusWvYytpOs70SJmsJms-n1y9sJAZuV-XH9D-dTSBqh5PlYxawH_aAFkHPrPYafjgubYksZmxJuvjF=s320" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Christmas- Emmanuel</div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div>Hailes Family On Mission With Godhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15718610406788417186noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6035139929191932463.post-76837387741212554762021-11-27T15:37:00.007+03:002021-11-27T15:37:55.838+03:00Never Off Duty<p>Sometimes our schedules get super busy and other times we wonder if we're doing enough (the latter not as often), but one truth remains, <b>"We're never <i>off duty</i>."</b> This is a truth that we learned early on in our lives, our marriage and our ministry. There is always someone watching and as long as we call ourselves <i>his</i>, <b>we have a duty to exemplify him</b>. Another truth we must remember is that <b>we're called to serve <i>with</i> God and not <i>for </i>God.</b> <u>"Apart from me you can do nothing."</u> (John 15:5c)</p><p>We've experienced an extremely busy season, but as we stop and reflect we are so thankful and excited about all that the Lord is doing. He is faithful. He is using us despite our weaknesses. He is expanding and strengthening his Kingdom. To God be the glory.</p><p>In October, we were able to host a short term team that shared the gospel with over 1,000 people in 5 days with many decisions to follow Christ. We led a cohort of colleagues in their first term as we participated in a training better preparing us to engage in the M-task (Missionary task: Entry, Evangelism, Discipleship, Healthy Church Formation, Leadership Development, Exit to Partnership). Adam was able to lead one of the main sessions and Suzie led one of the breakout sessions. We sat in on 8 language evaluations of colleagues studying Kiswahili. We spent a weekend at a Lodge retreating, fellowshipping and collaborating with our Inbound Training Team. We carried on with our times of weekly discipleship that the Lord has blessed us to lead. We ended the month at a meeting of the Affinity Leadership to report on work being implemented by the Inbound Training Team and to hear from the other teams in leadership. It was also a sweet time of fellowship. Sometimes you don't realize how much you miss in-person meetings until you get to one and are so refreshed and encouraged once again.</p><p>In November, we hosted a small group of IMB Trustees. We were blessed to put them to work as they visited various units serving in Nairobi. There were a number of people that professed Christ in those days. Praise Him! We're thankful for the blessing of trustees and the way they serve us. Adam was able to make a trip "up country." He went with a colleague and 3 national partners and they were able to train up the church and share the gospel with a number of people there. We've been training personnel preparing to come and serve in SSA (Sub-Saharan Africa) with a video call on Fridays. We have a great group of 13 adults there. There are a number of other activities taking place like baptisms, joining our church here in Nairobi (we were presented before the church on Nov 28), video calls with mentors as they continue onboarding and mentoring first term personnel, we've both been volunteering to substitute teach at Rosslyn Academy as our schedule allows it and implementing our monthly/bi-monthly Nairobi City Team meetings that have proved to unite our hearts and give us vision and motivation to carry on in the task.</p><p>One specific story we want to share with you is about *Gina. A letter was written to our church here in Kenya. A lady was struggling and wanted help. Somehow the letter was misplaced and could not be found for a number of weeks. Finally, the week before the team came in October, the letter was found and read. A few members from the team were able to visit this lady and present the gospel. She was moved by a testimony she heard, that she would not have heard if that short term volunteer hadn't been here. She put her trust in Jesus and her life was radically changed. Our journeyman, Mackenzie, has been discipling her and through reports from her and from *Gina herself, she is a new creation. She has plugged into the church, has turned her life around and was recently baptized. She's no longer being taken advantage of and is no longer longing to turn to alcohol to numb her body and mind from the suffering she was facing. Continue to pray for her to stand firm and lean in on Jesus every day.</p><p>Praises:</p><p>*Many have come to know Jesus as their personal Lord & Savior.</p><p>*The Lord is using his army to reach the nations.</p><p>*Emma and Collin got engaged on October 8th.</p><p>*Emma also finished her final semester of University and is graduating on December 3rd.</p><p>*In the midst of busy, God is providing times of rest.</p><p>Prayer requests:</p><p>*Suzie will be traveling some in December.</p><p>*Pray that as we share and disciple, we will be able to share the reason for the Christmas season.</p><p>*Pray for safety as many take some time for vacation during this holiday season.</p><p>*Pray for Baylee and River to finish the semester strong.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-qseyLxVT06Q/YaIlnqJEX6I/AAAAAAAACM4/euVqWSqRjiY3EfTI6c68T2P8uJqeDxokACLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/9b4c2e6e-0341-4505-9273-1480ea4f984d.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-qseyLxVT06Q/YaIlnqJEX6I/AAAAAAAACM4/euVqWSqRjiY3EfTI6c68T2P8uJqeDxokACLcBGAsYHQ/s320/9b4c2e6e-0341-4505-9273-1480ea4f984d.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Emma and Collin</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jQeLbVnmJL8/YaIlaypkIAI/AAAAAAAACM0/9Zus5dCYhMglJOaHm3_0_BJxALu1jlK0gCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_9413.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="240" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jQeLbVnmJL8/YaIlaypkIAI/AAAAAAAACM0/9Zus5dCYhMglJOaHm3_0_BJxALu1jlK0gCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_9413.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Adam visiting up-country</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-viEWS_Wa90c/YaIlYuBEJnI/AAAAAAAACMc/CJ7WeMX9gRMHn-lF5yhVfjNdxwJe8Wx_QCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/IMG_6698.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-viEWS_Wa90c/YaIlYuBEJnI/AAAAAAAACMc/CJ7WeMX9gRMHn-lF5yhVfjNdxwJe8Wx_QCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_6698.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Surprise bouquet for the win!!</div><div style="text-align: center;">(What a man!!)</div><p></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-l0q3a69O_oY/YaIlZCC48HI/AAAAAAAACMk/9CUdu3b7jNQhac1TasZApqDaFNYIRaqLgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_6659.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="240" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-l0q3a69O_oY/YaIlZCC48HI/AAAAAAAACMk/9CUdu3b7jNQhac1TasZApqDaFNYIRaqLgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_6659.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Baylee & River at a lookout in the Safari Game Park in Nairobi</div><p></p>Hailes Family On Mission With Godhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15718610406788417186noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6035139929191932463.post-48503526211210137172021-11-17T09:26:00.005+03:002021-11-17T09:26:43.035+03:00Run Out<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lasips5t3F0/YZP0lKaOY1I/AAAAAAAACMM/JPG3wlShjYclsSPuAjSYU6ob7JBse1m5ACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/B7C6848E-56C7-453F-BD7D-29E07CBFDC2F.heic" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lasips5t3F0/YZP0lKaOY1I/AAAAAAAACMM/JPG3wlShjYclsSPuAjSYU6ob7JBse1m5ACLcBGAsYHQ/s320/B7C6848E-56C7-453F-BD7D-29E07CBFDC2F.heic" width="240" /></a></div>The month of October was jam packed full of ministry opportunities. This photo of River asleep on the floor at church expresses how we all felt! RUN OUT! --><p></p><p>This is part of the reason we have yet to send an update for November. The full schedule ran over into the first part of this month and we're just now trying to catch our breaths!</p><p>We will send a more thorough update for December, but for now we want to give thanks and focus on the Lottie Moon Christmas offering.</p><p>Praises:</p><p>*Over 100 people gave their lives to Christ thanks to a team from SWBTS.</p><p>*We were able to meet in person with other leadership personnel for meetings and fellowship.</p><p>*We were blessed to meet some of our trustees and involve them into the ministry here in Nairobi.</p><p>Prayer requests:</p><p>*Rest</p><p>*Continued wisdom and guidance leading the Nairobi City Team</p><p>*We have a group of 13 adults in training, all set to come serve in SSAP as mid-term and long-term missionaries. They will all arrive on the field in the next 2 months.</p><p>LOTTIE MOON CHRISTMAS OFFERING<br /></p><p>Please check out these sites and resources as we promote giving to the Lottie Moon Christmas offering. This offering is used 100% towards missionaries serving with IMB. THANK YOU for doing your part!</p><p><a href="https://www.imb.org/lottie-moon-christmas-offering-resources" target="_blank">Lottie Moon Resources</a></p><p>And of course, don't forget to continue praying for the 55 in 5. We're seeing many of these engaged with the gospel. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vTDDVCUYsMk/YZSgc_cwzSI/AAAAAAAACMU/SlwF7gU5bBgTWTEqpal6YuXPo1qfknHIwCLcBGAsYHQ/s792/55in5%2BPhoto.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="612" data-original-width="792" height="474" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vTDDVCUYsMk/YZSgc_cwzSI/AAAAAAAACMU/SlwF7gU5bBgTWTEqpal6YuXPo1qfknHIwCLcBGAsYHQ/w613-h474/55in5%2BPhoto.png" width="613" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Hailes Family On Mission With Godhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15718610406788417186noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6035139929191932463.post-77972173754649074342021-10-01T13:02:00.000+03:002021-10-01T13:02:37.972+03:00Press On<p>I recently listened to a podcast. The realization of the woman who had been following hard after Christ for many years was vastly true of the place I feel we've been for a while now. She said, "I know I can do it, but I don't know if I want to." </p><p>Who would know if we just put life on "cruise control" or "drift" for a while? Who would <i>care</i>? What if we kept up with work and going through the motions of ministry, but didn't "run with endurance" as hard as we usually do?</p><p>JESUS! Jesus would know! Hebrews 2:1 warns us to pay attention to what we've heard, lest we "drift" away from it. That coupled with the many verses about "pressing on toward the goal" (Phil 3:14), "needing endurance that when we've done the will of God we may receive what's promised" (Heb 10:36) and "since we're surrounded by that great cloud of witnesses, laying aside every weight and sin which clings so closely and running with endurance the race set before us" (Heb 12:1). We can't pause! We can't press "cruise control!" We can't let ourselves "drift!" </p><p>But WE CAN cast our cares on him (1 Pet 5:7). We can depend upon him (1 Thes 5:24). We can CHOOSE to do what's right (James 4:17).</p><p>This month we've had a number of opportunities to share the gospel, with many coming to faith! We've been able to disciple and train up followers. Adam preached at our church earlier this month; challenging us from 1 John 2, to live for Christ, obey and be aware! I was able to keep teaching the children in Sunday School. Adam came back to the States for 4 days to meet our new units coming out to Sub-Sahara Africa. It was a quick trip, but so worth it for him to be in person with our new colleagues. And praise God he made it there and back according to schedule! We had a small gathering of our people in mid-September and were so encouraged as we shared about the work the Father is doing in each of our areas and prayed over each other. We also laughed and played. I can now say we've played "Ultimate Octopus!" (That's ultimate frisbee with a real octopus as the frisbee!). AND we played that game in the rain! What a memory.</p><p>So even when temptation comes to settle to just "get by" or "take our foot off the gas for a while," may we continue to press on toward the goal and ultimately BE FOUND FAITHFUL.</p><p>Praises:</p><p>*We are seeing progress in the advancement of the gospel and in the missionary-task.</p><p>*Adam made it to Affinity Days in Virginia and then back to us in Kenya!</p><p>*The kids are doing well in school and life. Baylee's been enjoying basketball and River plays soccer once a week after school.</p><p>*We had a group of our people sign up to substitute as volunteers at Rosslyn Academy and Suzie was able to sub this month. </p><p>*We had some encouraging times of fellowship with our colleagues.</p><p>Prayer Requests:</p><p>*A team from SWBTS will be here Oct 2-9. Pray for the team and the areas where they will be serving (Babadogo, Londry, Ngumba and the University segment)</p><p>*Pray for health and wellness.</p><p>*Pray for the new group of colleagues beginning training Oct. 25. We have 13 adults coming to SSA after they finish this 7 week training.</p><p>*Pray for continued unity and camaraderie among our Nairobi City Team. (We've enjoyed monthly gatherings for Ladies' Time and Men's Time- a new regularly occurring activity.)</p><p>*Pray for our Inbound Team Retreat later this month. Pray as we all meet together for the first time since everyone has taken their roles that we would have fun getting to know each other and be united in moving forward.</p><p>*Pray for other meetings and gathering taking place. PRAY FOR WISDOM AND GOD'S WILL!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BWiGSwaU2Ik/YVbbvIi1gZI/AAAAAAAACLU/ffvd58UYraIEp00ldrgjWF0TnuCe80cewCLcBGAsYHQ/s2784/IMG_8880.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2784" data-original-width="1799" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BWiGSwaU2Ik/YVbbvIi1gZI/AAAAAAAACLU/ffvd58UYraIEp00ldrgjWF0TnuCe80cewCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_8880.jpeg" width="207" /></a><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SJpn8QPTa1Q/YVbbuJhmvGI/AAAAAAAACLM/Qny0UEKkxdgHdUWvKHPBENtD3bcOzUs4ACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_6559.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SJpn8QPTa1Q/YVbbuJhmvGI/AAAAAAAACLM/Qny0UEKkxdgHdUWvKHPBENtD3bcOzUs4ACLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_6559.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Baylee inbounds the ball. River enjoys painting while at a meeting.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-C90EEee_LGk/YVbbuG2ts6I/AAAAAAAACLI/Lx03QEjxvwoeL4tXp5yUu5_VSUNXCDNeACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_6591.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="240" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-C90EEee_LGk/YVbbuG2ts6I/AAAAAAAACLI/Lx03QEjxvwoeL4tXp5yUu5_VSUNXCDNeACLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_6591.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Training in Mathare.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HES_QkGSHYY/YVbbt3zQiXI/AAAAAAAACLE/B-lN__zxA70GYMzR9DA7XOBOk1o2pgiPQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_8803.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="240" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HES_QkGSHYY/YVbbt3zQiXI/AAAAAAAACLE/B-lN__zxA70GYMzR9DA7XOBOk1o2pgiPQCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_8803.JPG" width="320" /></a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HES_QkGSHYY/YVbbt3zQiXI/AAAAAAAACLE/B-lN__zxA70GYMzR9DA7XOBOk1o2pgiPQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_8803.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;">Ultimate octopus.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-51gfLD9Qw-A/YVbbuwQ4SdI/AAAAAAAACLQ/ugswY48R-HQjzDJc6FTqLTK2Jg96WQHRACLcBGAsYHQ/s4032/IMG_8817.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-51gfLD9Qw-A/YVbbuwQ4SdI/AAAAAAAACLQ/ugswY48R-HQjzDJc6FTqLTK2Jg96WQHRACLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_8817.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Training in Ngumba.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BDBBUCMjdw4/YVbbvN7H8DI/AAAAAAAACLY/5IasDGs2vu8cF1Md2xnoMHiVfjySQTw2wCLcBGAsYHQ/s4032/IMG_8851.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BDBBUCMjdw4/YVbbvN7H8DI/AAAAAAAACLY/5IasDGs2vu8cF1Md2xnoMHiVfjySQTw2wCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_8851.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Discipleship group enjoying hamburgers at our house.</div><p><br /><br /><br /><br /></p>Hailes Family On Mission With Godhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15718610406788417186noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6035139929191932463.post-49783195143622427092021-09-03T12:06:00.000+03:002021-09-03T12:06:33.820+03:00RUNNING<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;"><p style="text-align: justify;">Hebrews 12:1–2 (ESV), says, "Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God."</p></blockquote><p><i>Run with endurance the race that is set before us...</i></p><p>Some days are harder than others when it comes to running with endurance; or simply just running at all. We've officially been back in Nairobi for five weeks and we're sprinting. Each day is a surrender, trusting God is in control and seeing us through, as we run from one meeting to another. We're seeking to find moments of retreat, moments focused on the family, and obviously, we would not make it another stride if we weren't finding time in the Word day-by-day! He who has called us is faithful and he will see us through. Please pray for us to be completely surrendered to him every step of the way!</p><p>In the book of James, he says, "If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him." How true this has been for us over these past weeks. Each day there has been another unexpected situation that we are faced with handling. In each of these situations I have asked God earnestly for wisdom. Each time he has given it to us. HE IS FAITHFUL!</p><p>In the midst of the "fires", God continues to move in mighty ways all around us. We've been getting out into our neighborhood a couple times a week. We've been able to share the Gospel, pray with people, train small groups and we've seen a number of people commit their life to Christ. Please continue to pray for more opportunities to share, for the hearts of those we're sharing with to be open to the Lord and for discipleship and training to take place in a timely manner. Pray also for the local brothers and sisters sharing more often in the neighborhood to be diligent and sensitive to the Spirit as they go.</p><p>Praises:</p><p>*Baylee & River have had a great start to a new school year at Rosslyn.</p><p>*Places are more open since COVID restrictions have lessoned. Most people are following protocols to stay safe and healthy and we're able to move about town easily.</p><p>*We've had a number of meetings that are leading to better unity in strategy and implementing best practices to the God's Kingdom advance in Nairobi, throughout Africa and to the ends of the earth.</p><p>Prayer Requests:</p><p>*COVID is still very real. A number of our colleagues and friends/friends of friends have been suffering. Let's continue to pray together for a decrease and ultimately complete removal of the pandemic.</p><p>*Pray for us as we continue to lead out among our Nairobi City Team, our "new to Sub-Saharan Africa" teammates and their mentors as well as carrying the baton for the Culture and Language Specialist role. We want to work with excellence and being stretched thin causes that level of work to decrease sometimes.</p><p>*As mentioned in the text of our update, pray for our local brothers and sisters in Christ who are hard at work in the fields.</p><p><u><a href="https://www.imb.org/sub-saharan-africa/55-in-5/" target="_blank">Click here for a reminder about our<b> 55 in 5</b> initiative and how you can continue to be a part in praying for these 55 target groups.</a></u></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-d4I6dw-pnhE/YTHeZ_I8rUI/AAAAAAAACKM/WeZQHJODQT0AYDkAjOCpSbufmM5Tl4O_QCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_6425.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-d4I6dw-pnhE/YTHeZ_I8rUI/AAAAAAAACKM/WeZQHJODQT0AYDkAjOCpSbufmM5Tl4O_QCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_6425.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Family worship times are hands-on illustrations each week. MAKING SLIME</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-k0n_Hfstiyc/YTHeaADEeRI/AAAAAAAACKU/DIjyPUDVvgUoydvThtbuMHP63JfefmYGgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_6446.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-k0n_Hfstiyc/YTHeaADEeRI/AAAAAAAACKU/DIjyPUDVvgUoydvThtbuMHP63JfefmYGgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_6446.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">First day of school 2021-2022- both kids are going to Rosslyn Academy here in Nairobi.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yje1y9dFdgE/YTHebSY4TVI/AAAAAAAACKY/jnrtpAWnWC06Tq49lxgiCOXtJhOvHgmEwCLcBGAsYHQ/s4032/IMG_8550.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yje1y9dFdgE/YTHebSY4TVI/AAAAAAAACKY/jnrtpAWnWC06Tq49lxgiCOXtJhOvHgmEwCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_8550.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Praise God for opportunity to be a part of baptism. These guys are here setting up.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-C4MujwIjRKw/YTHebsXVmqI/AAAAAAAACKc/3smVHrX3dygbrUhSgouoV99nkl1HfAobACLcBGAsYHQ/s4032/IMG_8569.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-C4MujwIjRKw/YTHebsXVmqI/AAAAAAAACKc/3smVHrX3dygbrUhSgouoV99nkl1HfAobACLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_8569.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">We celebrated 23 years of marriage by getting away for a night! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-k9-F-t0s5Z8/YTHeb2sltFI/AAAAAAAACKg/5eMC4_Uy0W8D3bKQx1TPVl2ilxGKHa9SACLcBGAsYHQ/s4032/IMG_8636.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-k9-F-t0s5Z8/YTHeb2sltFI/AAAAAAAACKg/5eMC4_Uy0W8D3bKQx1TPVl2ilxGKHa9SACLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_8636.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">We love connecting and getting to know local pastors and leaders better. We were especially thankful for this opportunity to be at Community Baptist Church this month.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /><p></p>Hailes Family On Mission With Godhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15718610406788417186noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6035139929191932463.post-37865921759617548982021-08-02T20:01:00.000+03:002021-08-02T20:01:07.652+03:00Putting Words into Action<span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">As many of you all know, we have arrived safely at our home in Nairobi.</span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Our time in the USA was lovely, and we are so thankful for the times we had with so many of you.</span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">We truly enjoyed getting to share what the Lord is doing and how He is at work.</span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">The Lord is good, and we are thankful to be considered worthy to be His servants here.</span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">As we shared and updated you all, we were constantly reminded of our need to be true to our words and stay connected to the Lord.</span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"> </span><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">We are now finished with week one in Nairobi, and we are healthy and ready to get to work. We don’t just want to tell what God has done, but we want to live in unison with Him as He desires to accomplish new things in and through our lives. Thus, we are here on the ground, ready to get to work. Now we are ready, but we also need prayers answered so that we know that we are stepping where the Lord desires us to step. <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">Walking in step with the Lord is our desire. We want Him to be glorified and honored. We pray for the Lord to unite hearts from our team and local Brothers and Sisters in Christ. We pray for a united vision and for us all to work under the Lord’s guidance. Most of all that we see the reality of African churches sending African missionaries throughout Africa and the world. Join us in praying and serving the Lord as He does Mighty things for His Namesake.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><b><u>Praises:</u></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>We made it back safely and are all healthy</li><li>We have met up with friends, and everyone seems to be doing well</li><li>We loved our time in the USA, and we are thankful for the time with family</li><li>Josh, Phoebe, and Emma are doing well.</li><li>Baylee had a good birthday!</li></ul><o:p></o:p><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><b><u>Prayer Request:</u></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>School starts here soon for River and Baylee</li><li>For ourselves and partners to set our pride and personal agendas aside and allow the Lord to rule</li><li>That we engage faithfully and whole-heartedly the harvest fields here in Nairobi</li><li>For the Lord to comfort our hearts and help us see His hand at work</li><li>For us to serve in all of our roles with excellence as to give the Lord glory and honor in all we do</li></ul><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uWg9n4Jam1I/YQgkFjHHwLI/AAAAAAAACJA/2eoCBfebHfUshjcrMEGB92CIJI1VNOMOwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1024/14c02e2e-22fc-44d6-b836-af96f27dc1a4.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="1024" height="240" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uWg9n4Jam1I/YQgkFjHHwLI/AAAAAAAACJA/2eoCBfebHfUshjcrMEGB92CIJI1VNOMOwCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/14c02e2e-22fc-44d6-b836-af96f27dc1a4.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><br /></p><span> <span> <span> <span> <span> <span> <span> <span> <span> <span> <span> </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span>Thankful for help to load up our bags<p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-KBahC2sjgXk/YQgkFxYnK8I/AAAAAAAACJE/DAURLXTv4VkMl-OzKLnFW_A2-kN_i5LrgCLcBGAsYHQ/s1024/601fff4a-854f-40c6-a842-9c74103b4f19.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1024" data-original-width="768" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-KBahC2sjgXk/YQgkFxYnK8I/AAAAAAAACJE/DAURLXTv4VkMl-OzKLnFW_A2-kN_i5LrgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/601fff4a-854f-40c6-a842-9c74103b4f19.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p>Hailes Family On Mission With Godhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15718610406788417186noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6035139929191932463.post-20315154610733738492021-07-21T22:34:00.000+03:002021-07-21T22:34:39.476+03:00God is Good<p>We serve a mighty God! Isn't he good?</p><p>During our time in the states we have been able to do so much!!! We celebrated Phoebe's graduation from Texas A&M, Emma's Social Work penning ceremony, & Phoebe's and Josh's union in marriage. We were able to see many of you and visit multiple churches to see all that God is doing through the Church here in the States and share how he's moving overseas. If we didn't get to connect with you this time, we hope to be back in another 2 years. Maybe we'll catch you then. </p><p>As we shared with churches we also tried to train and deepen our partnerships. We can't thank you enough for your support- both in prayer and in giving- but we hope to see many of you in Kenya working alongside us in the near future. As countries begin to open up, we are hopeful that our bi-annual trainings will return to in-person meetings, and we'll need your help to come and work alongside us. If you have any desire to serve short term and/or long term, let us know. There's a place for you!</p><p>Our time in the states has drawn to an end. It has been a full, fun time. As usual, our feelings about returning to the field are mixed. We're ready to be back and involved again in the local ministry as well as the more normal routine of our day-to-day, but the good-byes NEVER GET EASIER!</p><p>Thank you for continuing to pray for us.</p><p>Praises:</p><p>*Baylee finished her 5-online courses to complete her Sophomore year of high school.</p><p>*River followed in believer's baptism.</p><p>*We were able to make all 15 of our church visits during our 12 weeks in the States. What a blessing to meet with each of you!</p><p>*We have tickets to return to Nairobi.</p><p>Prayer Requests:</p><p>*Pray for negative COVID tests- which are required by Kenyan Government for return.</p><p>*Pray for sweet good-byes. We've already said a few and have a few more left.</p><p>*Pray for smooth travels and an easy re-entry into Nairobi.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vXGIqkd9cDs/YPcdu14YN_I/AAAAAAAACHQ/qaMbhXcwougbcxZDwqy0R7odQdWZ5ppSACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_4009.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vXGIqkd9cDs/YPcdu14YN_I/AAAAAAAACHQ/qaMbhXcwougbcxZDwqy0R7odQdWZ5ppSACLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_4009.jpeg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Suzie finally got to paint with her mom & sisters! Something she's been wanting to do for a long time.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HKax8liik3A/YPcdvKSrY4I/AAAAAAAACHU/c9Tykr5r2qQNb8V-w0nj0Rko1lSEDTfegCLcBGAsYHQ/s4032/IMG_6186.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HKax8liik3A/YPcdvKSrY4I/AAAAAAAACHU/c9Tykr5r2qQNb8V-w0nj0Rko1lSEDTfegCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_6186.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">River followed the Lord in believer's baptism, professing his faith in Christ.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rwe_ewRmOH4/YPcdupHLO-I/AAAAAAAACHM/_sfsQIrbQO8BaiFxQTxp5LHOuFgnvyUjwCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_6238.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rwe_ewRmOH4/YPcdupHLO-I/AAAAAAAACHM/_sfsQIrbQO8BaiFxQTxp5LHOuFgnvyUjwCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_6238.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">It was our first time back for 4th of July celebrations in the States in 10 years; River's first 4th here ever.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: right;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-gVoyNz3bIno/YPcdway2BJI/AAAAAAAACHY/c0Qa46y6u1sx8VwlbpL2HMqP2Sf8DH3zQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_6328.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1539" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-gVoyNz3bIno/YPcdway2BJI/AAAAAAAACHY/c0Qa46y6u1sx8VwlbpL2HMqP2Sf8DH3zQCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_6328.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-R7xdJgZwHdQ/YPcdxAwkyVI/AAAAAAAACHc/7kNjymBEw6s6cQLleFDSQqfTvfpUe8cIgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_6314.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-R7xdJgZwHdQ/YPcdxAwkyVI/AAAAAAAACHc/7kNjymBEw6s6cQLleFDSQqfTvfpUe8cIgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_6314.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">We enjoyed time with family.</span></div></div><div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">We are enjoying every minute of our time here in the States. We’re at about the halfway mark of our time here. We had a trip to Virginia, where we were able to train new personnel headed to SSA (Sub-Saharan Africa) in person! From there we took a road trip as a family of 6 to Florida where we made lasting. We continue to find encouragement from churches who are seeking to be the hands and feet of Jesus in their respective communities. We’ve been able to give a report of all God is doing in Africa, but are, in turn, truly blessed to hear all he is doing here in the States as well.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div>The day finally arrived. June 5th. We gave our daughter’s hand in marriage to Joshua Valdez. It was a beautiful ceremony. Adam did a knock-out job, as usual, officiating. Everything was just as it should’ve been and we believe God has been glorified. Pray for Phoebe & Josh as they begin this chapter in their lives. They’ve claimed Colossians 3:12-17 as the verses to guide their marriage.</div><div><br /></div><div>12 Put on then, as God's chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience, 13 bearing with one another and, if one has a complaint against another, forgiving each other; as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive. 14 And above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony. 15 And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful. 16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God. 17 And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. (Col. 3:12-17 ESV)</div><div><br /></div><div>May these verses guide each of us in obedient, fruitful service to our Lord!</div><div><br /></div><div>Praises:</div><div>*Phoebe & Josh are married.</div><div>*Baylee is making more progress in her online classes every day.</div><div>*Emma is spending her summer with us.</div><div>*We’ve had safe travels and sweet times as a family.</div><div><br /></div><div>Prayer Requests:</div><div>*Pray for continued sweet times with extended family.</div><div>*Pray for hearts to be stirred as we share about God’s call on each of our lives.</div><div>*Pray for churches to see how they can partner with us.</div><div>*Pray for continued safe travels as we speak at more churches.</div><div><br /></div><div>Here’s our speaking schedule for the time we have remaining here in the States:</div><div>June:</div><div>13- Fredericksburg Methodist, Fredericksburg, TX</div><div>20- Aberdeen Baptist Church- Pueblo, CO</div><div>27- FBC-Universal City, TX</div><div><br /></div><div>July:</div><div>7- (Wednesday)- Everday Chistian, New Braunfels, TX</div><div>11- Central Round Rock, TX</div><div>18- Dixon Baptist Church, Greenville, TX</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5kgJIxeC91I/YMUwk3baLDI/AAAAAAAACF4/7z971TxMYQsP1ZP2L_Q9pxXa2rEGgieWgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_0629.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5kgJIxeC91I/YMUwk3baLDI/AAAAAAAACF4/7z971TxMYQsP1ZP2L_Q9pxXa2rEGgieWgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_0629.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Our four kiddos at the wedding rehearsal.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oWJ7xYMJNSM/YMUwkoztpvI/AAAAAAAACF0/hnuHm8KbhjoFSk40Vs0HVzJQsnMTji1mwCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_5915.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oWJ7xYMJNSM/YMUwkoztpvI/AAAAAAAACF0/hnuHm8KbhjoFSk40Vs0HVzJQsnMTji1mwCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_5915.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">After rehearsal treat.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AHE0rJkrZrU/YMUwkYVr84I/AAAAAAAACFw/w3FV1hH-IY8rPdliU4V-q5omLZ_uWDddgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_5952.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AHE0rJkrZrU/YMUwkYVr84I/AAAAAAAACFw/w3FV1hH-IY8rPdliU4V-q5omLZ_uWDddgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_5952.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">The little ones of the bridal party.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-etf0faKaSEQ/YMUwn3MQjOI/AAAAAAAACGE/TwGJpi0eXFcTafpII26dGjXI68cPwwgEACLcBGAsYHQ/s4032/IMG_8124.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-etf0faKaSEQ/YMUwn3MQjOI/AAAAAAAACGE/TwGJpi0eXFcTafpII26dGjXI68cPwwgEACLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_8124.jpeg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">We met a little friend in Florida.</div></div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hehkRmQe358/YMUwn6v_tiI/AAAAAAAACGA/SlO7gRqUwDIE-3WNrEaWlD8poGf_38tDgCLcBGAsYHQ/s4032/IMG_8131.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hehkRmQe358/YMUwn6v_tiI/AAAAAAAACGA/SlO7gRqUwDIE-3WNrEaWlD8poGf_38tDgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_8131.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Our fun family adventure!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WjMMo5H7x8s/YMUwljzr2gI/AAAAAAAACF8/P8vX8SMKUGYx1QV34cvYgl-9W4SPxyyTwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1500/IMG_8198.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1125" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WjMMo5H7x8s/YMUwljzr2gI/AAAAAAAACF8/P8vX8SMKUGYx1QV34cvYgl-9W4SPxyyTwCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_8198.JPG" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">"Here comes the bride!"</div><div><br /></div><p></p></div>Hailes Family On Mission With Godhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15718610406788417186noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6035139929191932463.post-12742533764276638132021-05-14T17:10:00.000+03:002021-05-14T17:10:57.623+03:00Life is Good<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">We’ve been in the States for a month now. What a sweet time we’ve been having! We are enjoying time with our families, friends and sharing with churches about all God is doing in Africa and beyond.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Phoebe & Emma completed their classes for Spring 2021. River finished 1st grade. Phoebe graduated from Texas A&M with a Bachelor’s in Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and we are full-swing in wedding preparations. Since Baylee must take a semester worth of online courses to complete her sophomore year, she is continuing to press on in her 5 classes. Pray for her to be motivated and press on. It’s so hard when everyone else is done.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div>We continue to receive updates and messages on baptisms and trainings taking place in Madagascar. There are also many coming to Christ in Nairobi. The Lord is moving. Here in the States we have also been encouraged by churches and how the Lord is using them to reach out to and love on those around them.</div><div><br /></div><div>Here is our speaking schedule for the rest of our time:</div><div>May:</div><div>23- FBC Alto, TX</div><div>30- FBC Aurantia- Mims, FL</div><div><br /></div><div>June:</div><div>13- Fredericksburg Methodist, Fredericksburg, TX</div><div>20- Aberdeen BC- Pueblo, CO</div><div>21-25- Royal Ambassadors, Alto Frio Baptist Encampment, Leakey, TX</div><div>27- FBC-Universal City, TX</div><div><br /></div><div>July:</div><div>7- (Wednesday)- Everday Chistian, New Braunfels, TX</div><div>11- Central RR, TX</div><div><br /></div><div>Praises:</div><div>*Phoebe graduated from Texas A&M University</div><div>*We’ve been able to see friends and spend time with family</div><div>*Work continues in Africa</div><div>*God provided through some churches to help us cover car repair expenses</div><div><br /></div><div>Prayer Requests:</div><div>*Wedding preparations</div><div>*Baylee continuing school online</div><div>*New personnel in Nairobi is growing in language and culture acquisition</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-L_C3GRElmz0/YJ6Cf-oj9jI/AAAAAAAACE4/PT9UhKn-pTkwWBmrYAU7QeLvR2R7koylgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/3B358282-45F8-4359-A306-EE474930CA5F.heic" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-L_C3GRElmz0/YJ6Cf-oj9jI/AAAAAAAACE4/PT9UhKn-pTkwWBmrYAU7QeLvR2R7koylgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/3B358282-45F8-4359-A306-EE474930CA5F.heic" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Hailes' ladies at Phoebe's Bridal shower</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LufWoaYag5E/YJ6ChYsYwGI/AAAAAAAACFI/O29ElWGo1tYaOcSOfv8YWt70ecw73VozgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/9A451BBE-2212-4162-9F1A-2547F3CE5243.heic" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LufWoaYag5E/YJ6ChYsYwGI/AAAAAAAACFI/O29ElWGo1tYaOcSOfv8YWt70ecw73VozgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/9A451BBE-2212-4162-9F1A-2547F3CE5243.heic" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Visiting Grandma Hailes</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-L7fwDfGnPPE/YJ6CfR0HqUI/AAAAAAAACE0/ZUm4KI87jBEzp5OY3psDTRZMOaOOBPb4wCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/2740B667-B51D-4F63-B817-BBB5E2C66F72.heic" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-L7fwDfGnPPE/YJ6CfR0HqUI/AAAAAAAACE0/ZUm4KI87jBEzp5OY3psDTRZMOaOOBPb4wCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/2740B667-B51D-4F63-B817-BBB5E2C66F72.heic" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Koym family after Phoebe's Bridal Shower</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bDVlnr38LCU/YJ6Cgt88l_I/AAAAAAAACFA/eVI5FezlopkTM7aNZf1LNVuwddMdVaD4QCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/8484B4A6-2410-423D-9DEF-05D80AC6E7E8.heic" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bDVlnr38LCU/YJ6Cgt88l_I/AAAAAAAACFA/eVI5FezlopkTM7aNZf1LNVuwddMdVaD4QCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/8484B4A6-2410-423D-9DEF-05D80AC6E7E8.heic" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Fun times with family</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><p></p>Hailes Family On Mission With Godhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15718610406788417186noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6035139929191932463.post-14529341654413187772021-04-01T21:51:00.001+03:002021-04-01T21:51:50.966+03:00Full of Month of Trainings<p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">FULL MONTH OF TRAINING<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">The month of March was FULL of trainings. We trained new missionaries coming to serve in Sub-Saharan Africa. We trained current missionaries serving in Sub-Saharan Africa in their first term. We trained believers in our local church to evangelize and disciple people as they live out their day-to-day lives. We trained nurturers in the Growing Redemptive Participator Approach (GrPA). We also started corresponding with missionaries who will be starting their stateside training to come and serve in Sub-Saharan Africa later this year.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">Reflecting and writing up that list of trainings makes me tired, but it has been such a sweet time of pouring into others! <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">Along the way, we have also spent time in local ministry, sharing the gospel and studying together with our disciples. <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">The hardest part of this month was our vacation that was abruptly cut short. After our week of training nurturers to teach language, we planned a day to spend at the beach, the pool and just relax. We arrived at the resort on Friday afternoon, ate lunch, took a dip in the pool, and went to the air-conditioned room for a lovely afternoon nap. We were awakened to chatter about the president’s upcoming announcement. We switched the TV on just in time to listen to his announcement and then rush into action. He announced 5 counties in Kenya were going into lockdown at midnight, including Nairobi. It was 4:00pm, and we were a 10-hour drive from Nairobi. If we were going to have any chance of getting home, we had to leave immediately! We were packed up and in a rental car with a driver by 5pm. After 2-3 hours in the car, a follow-up announcement was made. We had until Monday to get home. (SIGH) We were able to slow down and sleep a few hours in a hotel along the way, returning home around 9:30am the following morning. In hindsight, we were glad we made the decision to return immediately. And by God’s grace, we were given a voucher by the resort to return again since our visit was cut short.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">As we look back and reflect on the last month, we can’t help but look forward as we gear up for our stateside assignment. We are excited to be with family, report to church partners about what God is doing in and around Africa, as well as hear from church partners about how God is moving in the states.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">STATESIDE SPEAKING SCHEDULE:<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><b><i><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 13.5pt;">April:</span></i></b><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9pt;">18- Emory BC<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9pt;">25- Park Street BC<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9pt;">26 (Monday)- Johnston- Marshall WMU @Bullard Chapel, Tishomingo, OK<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9pt;"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><b><i><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 13.5pt;">May:</span></i></b><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9pt;">2- OPEN<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9pt;">9- Ridgecrest BC, Commerce, TX <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9pt;">23- FBC Alto, TX<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9pt;">30- FBC Aurantia- Mims, Florida<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9pt;"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><b><i><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 13.5pt;">June:</span></i></b><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9pt;">13- Fredericksburg Methodist, Fredericksburg, TX</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9pt;">20- Aberdeen BC- Pueblo, CO<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9pt;">27- FBC-Universal City, TX<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9pt;"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><b><i><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 13.5pt;">July:</span></i></b><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9pt;">7- (Wednesday)- Everday Christian, New Braunfels, TX<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9pt;">11- OPEN<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; 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margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p>Hailes Family On Mission With Godhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15718610406788417186noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6035139929191932463.post-30521095217408864562021-03-04T13:59:00.005+03:002021-03-04T14:10:26.938+03:00Sprint to the Finish<p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">Our stateside assignment is on the horizon, and we are ready to be there with our family and friends! We’re looking forward to college graduation, a wedding, and speaking at several churches to share how the Lord is moving in Sub-Saharan Africa. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">Here’s our speaking schedule as of now:<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><b><u>April:<o:p></o:p></u></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">18- Emory BC, Emory, TX<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">25- Park Street BC, Greenville, TX<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">26 (Monday)- Bullard Chapel BC, Tishomingo, OK (Marshall-Johnson Association -WMU)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">27-(Tuesday)- helping FBC Bryan, TX WMU<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><b><u>May:<o:p></o:p></u></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">2- OPEN<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">9- Ridgecrest BC, Commerce, TX <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">23- FBC Alto, TX<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">25-(Tuesday)- helping FBC Bryan, TX WMU<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">30- FBC Aurantia- Mims, Florida<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><b><u>June:<o:p></o:p></u></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">13- Fredericksburg Methodist Church, Fredericksburg, TX<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">20- Aberdeen BC, Pueblo, CO<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">27- FBC-Universal City, TX<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><b><u>July:<o:p></o:p></u></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">11- OPEN<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">We would love to see each one of you, if possible. Please join us in one of the above locations or set a date to share a meal or visit over coffee.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">For now, we’re in a sprint to the finish. <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">As we’ve taken on the role of First Term Training Catalyst, Nairobi City Leaders, and interim as Language and Culture Specialists, there’s still a lot of work to do before our stateside!<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">One of the most exciting tasks we’ve been a part of is training local believers. We’ve gained entry into a Kenyan neighborhood nearby where we live. We worshipped with the small group of believers one Sunday, and Adam and a team went back to do a training of about 30 members. We look forward to seeing how the Lord uses those believers in the neighborhoods of Landri and Babadogo. <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">The Lord has also paved the way for us to be a part of a beautiful local church family. Ruaraka Baptist Church has welcomed us with open arms and has many outstanding programs and strategies in place. We’ve been asked to provide training and are currently doing just that. Please pray for hearts to be ignited and believers to be mobilized to engage the lostness.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">Other tasks we’re involved in include training our colleagues already on the field and preparing those coming soon. Due to COVID, we have not held a conference in-person with the units in their first term. Therefore, we’ve created a virtual conference that spans the month of March. Although it’s been a lot of work, we’re excited to offer this training and look forward to how the Lord will use each person.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">For those units preparing to come to Sub-Saharan Africa, we’ve been meeting about once a week, imparting nuggets of truth that will help them acclimate well upon field arrival. We’re thankful to guests from within our Affinity that have graciously given their time and knowledge to speak into these missionaries’ hearts. We will spend 2 ½ days with them virtually next week before commissioning and finalizing their bags.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">Lastly, we have been doing our best to track language learners, language coaches, and language budgets. We’re so proud of the progress language learners have made and are so thankful for the hard work language coaches, and teachers put into these learners. We’re excited to be doing language training at the end of the month so more M’s can study with trained teachers.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">On the family side of things, River continues to thrive at Rosslyn Academy. Baylee has done so well back in person at RVA. This is her last term there as she will complete her courses for the year online while we’re stateside and then begin her Junior year at Rosslyn. Phoebe is in her final semester at Texas A&M. She’s worked so hard and will finish her Biomedical Science degree. Emma has also been working hard while at the University of Mary-Hardin Baylor. She will graduate in December with a degree in Social Work. She has really enjoyed her internship at Family Promise over this past year. We’re proud of the difference she’s making in so many lives.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">Praises:<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">*God is on the move. All around the world.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">*New missionaries are still being trained and sent to the field<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">*Our kids are thriving in their respective schools<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">*Wedding plans are coming together for Phoebe and Josh<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">Prayer Requests:<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">*Team strategy and unity, especially in Nairobi<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">*Individuals like Cyril, Frances, Elizabeth, Rose, Momanyi, Knight, and others that desire training and are going out to share<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">*Our kids- to finish this semester strong<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">*For us- to finish our tasks this month with excellence<o:p></o:p></p><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in; text-align: center;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in; text-align: center;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in; text-align: center;"><o:p> </o:p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Zs8OWlUSwrw/YEC_lD0AqzI/AAAAAAAACCw/ZMvHaHx_cYQ1o0ipkzO6LiQ9iwzj4W8BACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_5017.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1539" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Zs8OWlUSwrw/YEC_lD0AqzI/AAAAAAAACCw/ZMvHaHx_cYQ1o0ipkzO6LiQ9iwzj4W8BACLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_5017.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Valentine's Church Date!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HbRdPD_lh0Q/YEC_iuUSp5I/AAAAAAAACCs/oYnUK-Sk4iY5geIra7-KD87REj_CIDh4QCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_5022.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1539" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HbRdPD_lh0Q/YEC_iuUSp5I/AAAAAAAACCs/oYnUK-Sk4iY5geIra7-KD87REj_CIDh4QCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_5022.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">A small window of time with Baylee for an Orthodontist appointment</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-x1jPwTd9jmg/YEC_gMX5vwI/AAAAAAAACCo/1DD_AxXFvT8L2eF9uuELyxucXmwFapbrQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1024/IMG_7184.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="1024" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-x1jPwTd9jmg/YEC_gMX5vwI/AAAAAAAACCo/1DD_AxXFvT8L2eF9uuELyxucXmwFapbrQCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_7184.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Encouraging someone about to take a language evaluation</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Gy8pQTkP3Ow/YEC_luOtKpI/AAAAAAAACC0/0oANlFeNNoUOKd5QigcLZQQxor-xlyKuQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_7196.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Gy8pQTkP3Ow/YEC_luOtKpI/AAAAAAAACC0/0oANlFeNNoUOKd5QigcLZQQxor-xlyKuQCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_7196.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Training </div>Hailes Family On Mission With Godhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15718610406788417186noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6035139929191932463.post-61740055546833294232021-02-01T21:42:00.001+03:002021-02-01T21:43:27.905+03:00Running with Purpose<p>So many times, we find ourselves so busy that we can't truly remember what we did yesterday and much less what is coming in the future. Life just seems to be eating away at our passions and dreams. We would even say we are just going through the motions. Here on the mission field, we have learned that knowing a major event is coming up is always a motivating factor for keeping our focus in the busy seasons of life. However, thanks to Covid many of us just find ourselves running forward but confused as to why or what the end-goal may be. Even knowing how things will turn out. Everything is uncertain.</p><p>January has been one of those months. There were many times we found ourselves wondering what we were doing. We hit this new year and took off in a sprint. With our new role as the Nairobi City team leaders as well as our affinity training role we pushed forward and sought to learn many new things. God was really good and allowed us to learn much and see unity among so many of us. We not only saw unity in thought as it pertains to imb teammates but also in the hearts of our Kenyan brothers and sisters in Christ. The Lord is truly at work. This has allowed us to feel so excited for what the Lord desires to do in the future. </p><p>As we push forward towards what God desires to do in the future we find ourselves standing firm in Him and who He is. We see that we are able to run and run with purpose to find those areas where God is at work and working and fulfill His purposes. We have freedom to dream and believe that we can attempt great things for His glory. Thus, we desire to run with purpose and make much of His name and fame.</p><p><b><u>Praises:</u></b></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Baylee and River are both doing well in school</li><li>We were able to get away for a quick vacation</li><li>Phoebe and Emma are doing well </li><li>God is calling people unto salvation </li><li>Suzie had another Birthday #???</li></ul><p></p><p><b><u>Prayer Request:</u></b></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Pray for preaching opportunities and trainings taking place this next month</li><li>Pray for so many suffering and hurting due to Covid. Friends and family being impacted</li><li>Pray for endurance as we pursue the Lord</li><li>Pray for South Mada and for it to rain. Also, pray for food supplies to come to them.</li></ul><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FWyj0upv6wQ/YBhGvjhUTJI/AAAAAAAACBc/wkNE32ACmz4o99kHHx9_jCIm1RYWZK57gCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_4718.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FWyj0upv6wQ/YBhGvjhUTJI/AAAAAAAACBc/wkNE32ACmz4o99kHHx9_jCIm1RYWZK57gCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_4718.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZEazLGqS9I8/YBhGvvgQLBI/AAAAAAAACBg/FgcHSg_wE_Uc3AJQBoQ5HIO_mJ_oNhPfACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_4814.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZEazLGqS9I8/YBhGvvgQLBI/AAAAAAAACBg/FgcHSg_wE_Uc3AJQBoQ5HIO_mJ_oNhPfACLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_4814.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;">Adam Sharing a Lesson</p><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fTLMj6pAews/YBhGvPueu5I/AAAAAAAACBY/0MlazaJieXIC8dRXNMCC9MfHaXdLd0e7wCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_4821.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1539" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fTLMj6pAews/YBhGvPueu5I/AAAAAAAACBY/0MlazaJieXIC8dRXNMCC9MfHaXdLd0e7wCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_4821.jpeg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">River had Rose come and pick him up from school with us</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-s_MsLtqBvGs/YBhGwNcd1tI/AAAAAAAACBk/pOwod7cdAaIeJud9-UingH4OyGX4Rxv5QCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_4849.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1539" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-s_MsLtqBvGs/YBhGwNcd1tI/AAAAAAAACBk/pOwod7cdAaIeJud9-UingH4OyGX4Rxv5QCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_4849.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Beach birthday present for Suzie</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nqKZVh_aU0o/YBhGw19oKzI/AAAAAAAACBs/DuOb5HAr12Yp-mKJ9FKEjz0lbXTPDXn8gCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_7030.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nqKZVh_aU0o/YBhGw19oKzI/AAAAAAAACBs/DuOb5HAr12Yp-mKJ9FKEjz0lbXTPDXn8gCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_7030.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-l-4JJSKCX6Q/YBhHERgXQXI/AAAAAAAACCA/JeTEa6RyGxcls0el6undiCaGcDIU7Z84wCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_7035.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-l-4JJSKCX6Q/YBhHERgXQXI/AAAAAAAACCA/JeTEa6RyGxcls0el6undiCaGcDIU7Z84wCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_7035.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Baylee at Boarding School again</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-EOHQEzH5Hpw/YBhHGVGESVI/AAAAAAAACCE/ut7dYgqVC2ETZcWHMfZam6en2YEcm491QCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_7098.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-EOHQEzH5Hpw/YBhHGVGESVI/AAAAAAAACCE/ut7dYgqVC2ETZcWHMfZam6en2YEcm491QCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_7098.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Suzie's Birthday cake made by friends!</div><p></p>Hailes Family On Mission With Godhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15718610406788417186noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6035139929191932463.post-23436318295647594942021-01-03T20:17:00.002+03:002021-01-03T20:27:06.281+03:00Hearts Ablaze for God in 2021<p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0in; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">As we close out 2020 and jump straight ahead into 2021 it doesn’t seem like much has changed yet.<span> </span>However, if we are able to learn from the past, we will recognize that this time last year we never could imagine all that was going to transpire.<span> </span>The same principle is at work for 2021.<span> </span>We don’t know all that the Lord has in store for us all.<span> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0in; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0in; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Stepping out in faith we desire to see the Lord continue to fan the flames of His presence within us.<span> </span>The Lord has orchestrated so many things and He has been a God of all the little details in the past.<span> </span>I think of Isaiah 55 and knowing that “our ways are not His ways” and His thoughts and ways are way better than ours.<span> </span>We recognize His sovereignty and trust that he that began this good work will finish it.<span> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0in; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0in; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">So, as we look ahead to 2021, we find ourselves in places and situations we never intended to be in.<span> </span>One thing we can say, is that God is at work and He is fanning our hearts blaze for Him.<span> </span>Our resolve to make much of His name and fame is still strong.<span> </span>Our setting and responsibilities have changed but the task hasn’t.<span> </span>Thus, this year we will be seeing how the Lord can guide us to new ministry sites where we will be able to evangelize, disciple, see new healthy churches formed, leaders developed and partnering more effectively with our brothers and sisters in <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0in; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Christ from around the world.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0in; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-variant-caps: normal; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0in; text-align: start; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"><b><i>Some Items to <u>Praise God</u> for Accomplishing in 2020:</i></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0in; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0in; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"><b><u>Ministry:<o:p></o:p></u></b></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman"; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->We were able to see entry from ourselves and faithful believers enter 15 new areas of ministry.<span> </span>We are now in a new ministry field in Nairobi Kenya.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman"; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->We ourselves were part of seeing over 4000 people hear the good news of Jesus Christ.<span> </span>Many of them heard for the first time.<span> </span>We have witnessed over 100 people be baptized.<span> </span>Our faithful brothers and sisters in Christ have baptized another 250.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman"; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->We saw discipleship groups grow and reproduce.<span> </span>We personally discipled almost 70 people ourselves and saw our disciples work with thousands of others.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman"; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Although the meetings didn’t come to fruition we helped 75 leaders gain growth in leadership development.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman"; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->We exited our work with the Antandroy and Antanosy in Madagascar but continue to try and partner from afar.<span> </span>We are excited for the leaders the Lord has placed there to continue on His work.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0in; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"><b><u>Personal:<o:p></o:p></u></b></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman"; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->All of us have remained relatively healthy this past year.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman"; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Our family was able to visit us in Madagascar and they made it back to the USA safely in the middle of the Covid outbreak.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman"; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Phoebe is engaged to Josh and they are doing well.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman"; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Emma has continued to flourish at UMHB and will be working with her church’s college ministry next year as an intern.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman"; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Baylee has been a champ and done so well in school despite not meeting in person since March.<span> </span>She has transitioned to Kenya well.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman"; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->River has continued to grow in stature with man and God.<span> </span>We are seeing him develop.<span> </span>He also has done well to a new setting and online school<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0in; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-variant-caps: normal; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0in; text-align: start; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"><b><i>Prayer Request</i><u style="font-style: normal;">:</u></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0in; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"></p><ul style="text-align: left; text-decoration: none;"><li>Pray that Matthew 5:14 would be evident in our lives that we would shine God’s light brightly and that He will get all the glory.</li><li>Pray for all the needs we will have spiritual, financial, emotional, physical.</li></ul><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><b><i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">Announcement:</span></i></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"> We will be in the USA from mid-April to early July 2021 for our next Stateside. We would love to connect and share with you all that God is doing.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; text-align: left;">If you are looking for opportunities to serve, please check in with us.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NHQ9S5uHOB8/X_H6s5oRuiI/AAAAAAAACAI/519I1lf_J-wIgKGNu2vKlgpbHetdmAgTQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_4586.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1539" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NHQ9S5uHOB8/X_H6s5oRuiI/AAAAAAAACAI/519I1lf_J-wIgKGNu2vKlgpbHetdmAgTQCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_4586.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0in; text-align: center; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;">It was so nice to have all of us together for Christmas</p><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3GYPNmsg5W0/X_H6s0-n33I/AAAAAAAACAE/YW4Ioo7aRTIuzijBC_pxtDYWzXAh1WwxQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_4611.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1539" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3GYPNmsg5W0/X_H6s0-n33I/AAAAAAAACAE/YW4Ioo7aRTIuzijBC_pxtDYWzXAh1WwxQCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_4611.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0in; text-align: center; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;">We were able to visit the Safari park here in town</p><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9F4Mw5KcRL0/X_H6tNX3QFI/AAAAAAAACAM/9YURdgGqIKkcxhgxceQdPBWrORdvsZGkACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_4718.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9F4Mw5KcRL0/X_H6tNX3QFI/AAAAAAAACAM/9YURdgGqIKkcxhgxceQdPBWrORdvsZGkACLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_4718.jpeg" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0in; text-align: center; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;">River turned 7!!!</p><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6SuP8FmUA6E/X_H6xMcu-FI/AAAAAAAACAQ/eQypLNXZt-sIrcuLk08QQLP_gRV8_Mv9wCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_5952.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6SuP8FmUA6E/X_H6xMcu-FI/AAAAAAAACAQ/eQypLNXZt-sIrcuLk08QQLP_gRV8_Mv9wCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_5952.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0in; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"><br /></p><div style="text-align: center;">We saw Lions!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NknEy4HSHzY/X_H6y6WwDPI/AAAAAAAACAY/MsrGHGdDnzMUufM1dvZLBiWJIJhBCbNqgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_6149.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NknEy4HSHzY/X_H6y6WwDPI/AAAAAAAACAY/MsrGHGdDnzMUufM1dvZLBiWJIJhBCbNqgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_6149.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0in; text-align: center; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;">Our new Home!</p><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sSIa3IdZ2l8/X_H6xuEeV5I/AAAAAAAACAU/p_hmCt77flE1OVL7-LEm6EW9hPHZyf_PwCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_6763.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sSIa3IdZ2l8/X_H6xuEeV5I/AAAAAAAACAU/p_hmCt77flE1OVL7-LEm6EW9hPHZyf_PwCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_6763.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0in; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We were able to help families over the Christmas Season</div><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; margin: 0in; 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</style></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: medium;"><o:p> </o:p></p>Hailes Family On Mission With Godhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15718610406788417186noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6035139929191932463.post-47924859428076312592020-12-02T10:26:00.000+03:002020-12-02T10:26:26.969+03:00An Attitude of Gratitude<p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">November was not an easy month for most of us. We learned much about ourselves, we mourned with friends as a dear went on to be with Jesus, we hurt with friends that are ill, we lived through some hard personal moments as well. One thing that became very evident to us throughout November is that we have a God that cares. He gives comfort and peace in the midst of trials. For that very reason we find our solves so thankful to the Lord for everything that is happening around us. It is hard to always see the good in the situation, but we have seen the Lord’s hand at work.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">The Lord has heard our prayers and answered them through you guys. All the prayers, support and kind words have been so helpful. We remember daily that we have the greatest support system in the world. Thank you for allowing the Lord to use you all to impact our lives. Our hearts are grateful, and we know that our words can never adequately express how thankful we truly are. We could fill pages upon pages for every little thing we are grateful for.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">We learned this month to even be ready for the unexpected things that may come your way. As many of you are aware, we moved to Nairobi in August to take on a trainer role and we have attempted to settle in and love our new home. Nairobi is a nice place to live but very different from how we have lived these past nine years. Thus, we have invested time and energy to get to know the city and the people better. Somehow the Lord saw fit to move pieces around that has allowed us the privilege of leading out for ministry in the city of Nairobi. The learning curve is steep, and we are shocked that the Lord asked us to take on this added responsibility. We do know that the Lord guided us to this, and we are ready to move forward in this new role.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;">So, pray that we can walk in humility, wisdom and obedience in the Lord to all that is ahead of us. Pray that we can effectively do two roles at the level of excellence that the Lord requires out of us. Pray that our hearts will remain thankful in all circumstances. <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><b>Praises:</b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>We are seeing disciples made and excitement for the Lord and His Word.</li><li>We had several successful training sessions in November</li><li>The Lord has been a protector for us.</li><li>Baylee finished off her first term of her Sophomore year</li><li>Phoebe and Emma finished off another semester of university work</li></ul><o:p></o:p><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><b>Prayer Request:</b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Pray for the South of Madagascar and the severe famine that is taking place. Specifically, for ran, crops and help to be beneficial and long-lasting.</li><li>Pray for the Christmas season and for Phoebe and Emma to remain safe as they come visit us for Christmas</li><li>Pray for Adam’s parents as they begin retirement from full time ministry.</li></ul><o:p></o:p><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"> </span></o:p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-RWGP1_W1MjQ/X8dAFD5M0rI/AAAAAAAAB_I/mHFDCVsfqDs5p5rL9zhpBDKMSBmT7BBbgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_4276.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-RWGP1_W1MjQ/X8dAFD5M0rI/AAAAAAAAB_I/mHFDCVsfqDs5p5rL9zhpBDKMSBmT7BBbgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_4276.jpeg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">River learning how to work a generator when the power cuts out</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-aQj5Y59GTEg/X8dAHOWla0I/AAAAAAAAB_Y/YIl2el_hAfIv1k4gb6V_lxMeojR_-KASgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_6687.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1539" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-aQj5Y59GTEg/X8dAHOWla0I/AAAAAAAAB_Y/YIl2el_hAfIv1k4gb6V_lxMeojR_-KASgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_6687.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><span> </span><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"></p><div style="text-align: center;">Thanksgiving fun</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><o:p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-q-JRRqQwPig/X8dAGce55jI/AAAAAAAAB_U/qSWlr4dreCYCWqev6BcG5CT8Et6VM3g6gCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_6607.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-q-JRRqQwPig/X8dAGce55jI/AAAAAAAAB_U/qSWlr4dreCYCWqev6BcG5CT8Et6VM3g6gCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_6607.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">River got a new haircut</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NdJ_di4rNoc/X8dAFOn14ZI/AAAAAAAAB_E/2Iq2h17OasMaZfTkUezG1E24xVaF5wIMQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_4202.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NdJ_di4rNoc/X8dAFOn14ZI/AAAAAAAAB_E/2Iq2h17OasMaZfTkUezG1E24xVaF5wIMQCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_4202.jpeg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Typical Kenyan Food</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8sWUSCyC8yw/X8dAGLv78bI/AAAAAAAAB_Q/T2iWl1reXgc6wNw2w0zJHDlR3ZzY48N0ACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_4314.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8sWUSCyC8yw/X8dAGLv78bI/AAAAAAAAB_Q/T2iWl1reXgc6wNw2w0zJHDlR3ZzY48N0ACLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_4314.jpeg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Baylee working hard at school</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-C64YT5dcm5U/X8dAE1fBU5I/AAAAAAAAB_A/lyrVrB8SrcUjjpISYFfURe5fas-KrWV2gCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_4282.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-C64YT5dcm5U/X8dAE1fBU5I/AAAAAAAAB_A/lyrVrB8SrcUjjpISYFfURe5fas-KrWV2gCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_4282.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Bonfire time during a training</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-XoErvq3G46E/X8dAHilC8rI/AAAAAAAAB_c/RBJNpEljynE96MXpuKCgc1pMPROwE3SFQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_6694.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-XoErvq3G46E/X8dAHilC8rI/AAAAAAAAB_c/RBJNpEljynE96MXpuKCgc1pMPROwE3SFQCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_6694.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Putting up our Christmas Tree</div></o:p><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><o:p><br /></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><o:p></o:p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-EMMa24lLhOc/X8dAGERo_eI/AAAAAAAAB_M/Np7XJVU0OOkS3Kw_3AWfO3Uo5LYvyFoCQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1920/IMG_4318.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-EMMa24lLhOc/X8dAGERo_eI/AAAAAAAAB_M/Np7XJVU0OOkS3Kw_3AWfO3Uo5LYvyFoCQCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_4318.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">In our loaner car after ours broke-down</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Links to Information:</b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.imb.org/lottie-moon-christmas-offering/" target="_blank">Lottie Moon Christmas Offering Page</a><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><p></p>Hailes Family On Mission With Godhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15718610406788417186noreply@blogger.com1