Mission Trip Update

Let's be honest - the most daunting task for our upcoming mission trip to India is raising the financial support. Asking people for money is never easy, but we knew it was something we needed to put our trust in the Lord as part of our journey. And wow, did he answer (as he always does)! The outpouring of support for our trip from our friends and family has been truly amazing!

“Commit to the LORD whatever you do and your plans will succeed.” –Proverbs 16:3

We need to raise $5800 for our trip and had set a goal of having 50% raised by the end of August. Instead of half, we had almost 80% raised thanks to generous supporters. Now at the end of September, we are working on fundraising our last amount - only $600 left to go! 

Will you join us in making our trip to India happen? It would only take 12 people to donate $50 each and we'd be there! Of course, any size donation helps, so please consider donating whatever you are able! 

If you would like to support us, you can donate online at: http://goo.gl/cA50wZ

Our passports have returned, complete with India visas!

We are also working on collecting supplies and care packages to take with us. Most of the items we are seeking donations from local businesses - hygiene products such as toothbrushes and soap. But there are a few things we could use your help with! 

Maybe you have some of these, are willing to purchase, or know someone else who would want to donate? We're looking for:

• 3 large suitcases to take supplies/clothing over and leave in India. We are talking the largest bags to check possible - the more supplies we can fit, the better! Do you have one in your closet you never use?
• Small Toys - think Happy Meal size. Maybe you have a bunch in your child's toy bin you would like to get out of your house? We will meeting some children who would love to own toys like this!
• Stickers - All kids love stickers! Easy and quick to hand out, great to leave behind.
• Bubbles - What kid doesn't want to play with bubbles? I'm wondering if someone has a bunch left over from a wedding?

Would you like to donate but don't know how you'd get the stuff to us? Both our parents will be making trips to North Carolina in November and are willing to transport items to us (thanks Mom and Dad)! Just let us know and we'll arrange it.

Finally, please keep us in your prayers! Specifically right now, we could use prayers for continued trust and confidence in the Lord as we work to raise the last of our funds and reach out to businesses for the donations of supplies. We appreciate your continued support - thank you, thank you! We cannot wait to meet the community in Pune - only 3 months until then!