At the end of the day, do I trust God to take care of these people? Especially after we leave. In 5 days we'll board yet another plane to head to our fourth country. And while there's … Read more about is Love enough? (day 79)
bring on the Wonder (day 75)
My teammate Christine has a childlike wonder that I wish I possessed. Every time we get in the car to leave our community, she wants to hear everyone's stories. We have all been amazed by the … Read more about bring on the Wonder (day 75)
invitation to change (day 73)
This is the World Race. I told my team today during a meeting that I have enjoyed watching them work this month. Most of them come alive when we step into our small community called … Read more about invitation to change (day 73)
held (day 60)
There is something special about being held. And something more special about holding a child in your arms. "And he took the children in his arms, put his hands on them and blessed them" … Read more about held (day 60)
My name is Emily and I am Free (day 53)
In the fall of 2006, I traveled home for a weekend from college and heard a song about freedom. In the fall of 2006, Emily was finishing her student teaching, planning her upcoming wedding and … Read more about My name is Emily and I am Free (day 53)
Joy in the Midst (day 50)
Tuesday, February 23. Our first full day in the Philippines. We had traveled for 48 hours, slept in an airport and eaten dinner in Malaysia. I woke up rested and ready for debrief. And I was sitting … Read more about Joy in the Midst (day 50)
a Light for you in dark places (day 47)
Upon first glance, everyone wants to live in Byron Bay. It looked fun, maybe somewhat similar to a Florida beach town where everyone walks around with surfboards and no shoes. But there was a … Read more about a Light for you in dark places (day 47)
Bathroom Blessings in Church (day 41)
Church in Byron Bay. There is a huge part of me that wishes I could fly everyone over to Byron Bay just to experience a worship service at The New Earth Tribe. The first week we went there, I had no … Read more about Bathroom Blessings in Church (day 41)
Big Box of Notes (day 37)
Quick recap of the past week for all of us here in Byron Bay: Saturday: We had worship time with both the M and N Squad leaders. It was awesome to have them here for a week for encouragement and … Read more about Big Box of Notes (day 37)
