I’m sorry that it’s been so long since we’ve updated our blog. We know that you all want to hear how things are going and how things are with the baby. So, we will do our best to keep you informed, especially as the baby arrives and a new adventure begins.
First, the baby is scheduled to arrive July 8. That’s less than a month away! We have most of the basic furniture and things ready for his birth. We have been blessed with lots of clothes. Two other YUGO missionaries recently gave birth to boys, so we are getting clothes passed down from them as their babies grow quickly. Other things have been loaned or given to us, so we have what is most necessary to welcome our son. However, there are still other things we could use or would like to have. If you would like to support us in this area, please visit our baby registry at www.walmart.com.
As for the birth of the baby, he will be born here in Mexico. We have received a good recommendation from one of the other women that recently gave birth. So, we will be using the same hospital and doctor that attended her. It is a private hospital and Daniel will be present for the birth of his son. The doctor has said that, so far, everything looks good for a natural birth, but we ask your prayers in these last weeks that all continues as such.
After the birth of the baby, we will register him here in Mexico first. Then, we will register his birth in the States as a birth abroad and then be able to apply for a US passport, which will give him dual citizenship. We are already working on the paperwork necessary for both these registrations.
Things at the church are going well. We just finished the “40 Days of Purpose” campaign. Over 100 people attended each week and 102 were present for at least 5 of the 6 sessions. We thank God for the great turnout and the excitement of the people! Now we are starting the next phase – small groups. About 20 people have agreed to open their homes to present the same campaign to their friends, family, and neighbors.
As part of the campaign, we presented the different departments within the church to encourage people to get involved. The response was great. Just in the music department, we had a number of people sign up to be a part of a new chorus that will be starting, learn to play an instrument, or learn the art of running the sound system. Many people were excited to be able to find a place to serve within the church family. Thank you for your prayers for this activity!
First, the baby is scheduled to arrive July 8. That’s less than a month away! We have most of the basic furniture and things ready for his birth. We have been blessed with lots of clothes. Two other YUGO missionaries recently gave birth to boys, so we are getting clothes passed down from them as their babies grow quickly. Other things have been loaned or given to us, so we have what is most necessary to welcome our son. However, there are still other things we could use or would like to have. If you would like to support us in this area, please visit our baby registry at www.walmart.com.
As for the birth of the baby, he will be born here in Mexico. We have received a good recommendation from one of the other women that recently gave birth. So, we will be using the same hospital and doctor that attended her. It is a private hospital and Daniel will be present for the birth of his son. The doctor has said that, so far, everything looks good for a natural birth, but we ask your prayers in these last weeks that all continues as such.
After the birth of the baby, we will register him here in Mexico first. Then, we will register his birth in the States as a birth abroad and then be able to apply for a US passport, which will give him dual citizenship. We are already working on the paperwork necessary for both these registrations.
Things at the church are going well. We just finished the “40 Days of Purpose” campaign. Over 100 people attended each week and 102 were present for at least 5 of the 6 sessions. We thank God for the great turnout and the excitement of the people! Now we are starting the next phase – small groups. About 20 people have agreed to open their homes to present the same campaign to their friends, family, and neighbors.
As part of the campaign, we presented the different departments within the church to encourage people to get involved. The response was great. Just in the music department, we had a number of people sign up to be a part of a new chorus that will be starting, learn to play an instrument, or learn the art of running the sound system. Many people were excited to be able to find a place to serve within the church family. Thank you for your prayers for this activity!
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Congrats to you and your family. I found some great deals when registering for my baby registry at JC Penney's.
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