Happy to be in Pretoria

We made it! We're all exhausted and about to hit the sack, but so glad to finally be in Pretoria. We've had quite the travel experience, but already been moved by God's faithfulness and provision.

After two long flights, a layover, and a lengthy customs line, we were all ready to get on a train toward Pretoria but were stopped by customs and held up for quite a while because of an issue with the eyeglasses we brought to use as a ministry outreach later this week. It wasn't looking good that we would get through with the glasses, but we each began to pray and it seemed as though the customs agents suddenly decided to change their minds and allow us in with the glasses. Thanks to those of you who were praying around 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. SA time (11:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. AZ time) - know that your prayers helped during that stressful time.

Waiting in the customs line...

Our pile of 25 pieces of luggage...

We were so glad to finally meet up with Julius at the Union Building (capitol building with government offices). He told us a little about Pretoria as we overlooked the city. We then took some time to pray with him for Pretoria, for the conference this week, and for him and Cintia.

Then we all headed to Hope Baptist Church for those of us who hadn't seen it yet. We met Cintia there who was preparing for Sunday worship the next day. So good to be with Julius and Cintia, what hospitable and warm people. They took us to the outside of the church to see a large poster they've hung with our names and pictures promoting the conference. Below is our group with Julius, Cintia and a few kids from the church in front of the poster. 

Thank you for praying. Please continue! We're grateful for God's faithfulness and so excited to see what He has in store for this week.