Been A While

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It's been a while since we posted anything here.  OK, it's been a LONG while!

Between an adoption, a move, and lots of other things in between, we have definitely missed the mark with communication.  Thank God for His grace and mercy, right?  We intend to do better from now on to keep our family, friends, and supporters up-to-date with news from the ministry!

Thank you for your patience!

Love, Mary

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