Update...

This has been a busy week for our family. On Tuesday we sold our 1993 Ford Explorer. That was definitely an answer to prayer, but it has also made getting around this week a little trickey.

Wednesday evening was our 6th week for our CODA meetings, (small groups). There were about 30 total meeting together in 2 different homes. We will have a couple weeks break and then start them again, possible in different homes. Pray as we seek wisdom about when and where to add meetings.

On Thursday morning Tony met with a local pastor who is also an architect. They viewed a few different pieces of property, and also looked at some small church buildings he has built. Friday morning, we went with the man from our church who bought the Explorer to get the contract notorized and all taken care of offically. Friday afternoon, Tony went out with Darwin, from our church to look at some more property. Saturday afternoon, was our weekly Ladies Bible Study. We had 8 ladies attend yesterday. Then last night Tony and I met with Luis and Melanie to start their premarital counseling. That is exciting. They are planning their wedding for June 16.

This morning we had 61 in Sunday School and 72 in church. We had 3 first time visitors in the church service. Our new youth class, which is from kids in 7th - 9th grade is growing. They had 5 this morning.

Tomorrow morning Tony and Ashley will be trying to get her visa extended for another 90 days. Then in the afternoon we are all suppose to fly up to Quito. We will be visiting with Glenn and Sherri McGhee, and also shopping for a good used car. Please pray for safety as we travel and that God would lead us to the exact car he has for us. We are hoping to be driving it back to Manta on Thursday or Friday.

Other prayer requests would be for God's leading in finding and purchasing property for our church. Many people in our congregation have been dealing with sickness. I am still trying to get completely over some virus/cold. Teddy has been having problems with another tooth. He has been on antibiotic again, and visiting the dentist a couple times a week. We are praising the Lord for giving us a good dentist and for helping Teddy to handle all of this very well.

Thank you for praying for us!
Joy