We had about half a day in Prague before our flight to CaliforniaWe’re basically pro’s at flying now, though I still can’t sleep on those seats that don’t recline more than 2 degrees!The CGN International conference was very encouragingI (David) got to lead worship at the morning prayer meetings a cappella while Wayne Taylor led prayerA mall in Ukraine where our friends buy groceries was bombed… That was really hard to hear while we were at the CGN conferenceSharing with folks about our mission and ministry at the conference – I’m so proud of how articulate Katya is!We had a great time at our friend’s church in SacramentoOur friends from SacramentoThey organized two missions dinners for us – one with friends, and the other with the missions committee of their churchThe missions committee was very welcoming and encouragingHanging out with Ukrainian refugees in SacramentoSharing at at church in IowaHanging out with our friends from IowaSharing at a church in KansasWe got to go to Calvary Chapel Wichita’s baptism that Sunday – we love to see new people committing their lives to Christ!Sharing with the youth group at CC WichitaHanging out with my mom and stepdad in TexasKatya and my mom praying with the other women before service at my mom’s churchHiking with Katya in TennesseeHiking with my dad (and Katya, not pictured) in TennesseePlaying a version of “Sorry” with my dad and stepmom in TennesseeThe Ukrainian Festival in ClevelandWe briefly visited CC Cleveland and met Mike Bucher, “the fastest CC pastor in the world” (look him up on YouTube if you want to know what that means!)We LOVED sitting under Jordan McGhaughey’s teaching in Indianapolis – he’s the new pastor at HCF, my sending church. Jordan and I went to Bible college together, and I’m very excited to see how God will continue to use him there. We love you, Jordan!Prayer meeting at HCFHanging out with friends at a missions open house in IndianapolisHanging out with friends in IndyEarly morning in Prague on the way back
Though our trip to America was short, it was a big blessing to see so many friends and family. I know that we weren’t able to see everyone – if we didn’t see you, let’s try to hang out next time if possible!
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David & Katya 