Home?

Hello everyone! Another week has flown by and of course lots has happened here. Today we had to say goodbye to the 2007 team-- it was so bitter sweet. I truly loved spending time with them and seeing how much heart they have put into the ministry in the last year. But now it also feels like we get to begin the adventures of seeing God continue to grow and change the ministry as a whole new team.

Friday night we had a going away party for the 2007 team and it may have been my favorite night here so far! We had at least 20 Kiwi students all packed into our living room till 1 in the morning. It was so fun to see NZers, Americans, South Africans, and Figians all laughing and playing games together. It felt so genuine, and I, for the first time, felt like we had made friends with the New Zealand students. It was the perfect way for the 2007 team to say good bye, and for the 4 of us to get connected here. The 3 of us girls also got invited to lunch on Friday by 2 Kiwis--this is a huge blessing as we are trying to make friends! I can't even explain to you how exciting this whole day was for me! I can't wait to hang out with these students more. `

This weekend has been relaxing so far. But we have a big week ahead. Nigel, one of our new team members will be joining us so that the 3 guys can look for a new flat. And on Friday we have a 12 hour train ride to Auckland for a week of training. Please, please, please pray with us that all the details of moving and cleaning will go smoothly. It can be pretty stressful in a new place to find a flat, move... again, and find all new furniture. I know the guys are super excited to clean and shop all week!

Loving and missing all of you more as the time goes by. It is so weird how one place is just starting to feel like home, yet HOME is starting to feel like the most lovely and cherished place of all. Thanks for praying-- God is teaching me that prayer truly is one of the best gifts of all.

--from down under-- Lacey

More Kiwi language:
*unibrow = monobrow
*sidewalk= footpath
*highway = motorway