The Risners are back, and we are hitting the ground running! But I wanted to take some time to update you all on how my holidays were here, as well as share some important prayer requests for upcoming ministry opportunities!
This year was my first Thanksgiving without the Risners, and I’ll admit, I was a little nervous. I should have known better, however, for the Lord provided in abundance! I had over 30 people in my small house for a huge feast. It was beautiful and loud and absolutely perfect! Thank you for your prayers for me during this time!
Before the holidays started, I was able to sneak away to Brasov to visit our dear friends at Return church plant. I can’t describe to you the joy of seeing how Return has grown over the years. They have been faithful through ups and downs, and God is blessing this work! Please continue to pray for this church plant as they continue to make God’s name famous in Brasov!
Every year, Pam and I bake hundreds of Chocolate Chip cookies to pack in boxes and deliver around the city! This year, I was on my own and decided to employ some elves in my delivery system. Instead of focusing on various businesses across town, I asked each of our teenagers to give a box to someone — a lost friend, someone on the street, a cashier at a local grocery store. It could be anyone who didn’t live in their home. The teens were excited (especially as I also gave them a box to keep!), and I was so proud of them for embracing this small act of kindness.
Prayers
• Continued prayers for Lindsey’s health
• Upcoming retreat- We will host several of our BMA Ukrainian Changemakers in February for a time of rest and recharging away from the challenges of war. Pray we are a blessing to these sweet friends.
• English Club and Youth Bible Study- may God use these ministries!
• For God to open doors here in Tarian.
Praises
• Lindsey’s results came back negative for epilepsy!
• Pam and Bryan have been able to return to Romania.
• The teenagers have been serious about their faith and about sharing with others and were excited to help with the Christmas cookie outreach.
• We’ve had several new kids at English Club the past few weeks.
• Generous individuals and churches who make what we do possible!
Thank you for reading and praying. If you want to learn more, you can do so at my blog — candrainromania.wordpress.com. If the Lord leads you to give to this ministry, you can do so at candrainromania.wordpress.com/become-a-partner. God Bless!
