The next step is for us to send in our Dossier this week. Please pray for quick processing. We are already pleasantly surprised that we get to send this early, but also unprepared for the fee that goes with it. Please pray for peace, trust and fundraising efforts. Also pray about Lynn going down to Colombia in April. Also, pray for Eddie as they are making some changes in the orphanage that are probably really hard for him.
Well, I cannot go in April because the dossier is not translated. Please pray for us to receive the grants we are applying for. 4/7
4/25 Well, we got the extra dose of patience and assurance that God knows all things involved and what is best for all parties. 2 more grant applications are going in this week. Prayers for those would be appreciated. We also found a place for all 6 of us to stay in Cali for $1200 for 3 weeks--that's over $5000 cheaper than what a hotel would cost us. Woohoo! Thank God for the internet and another Colombian adoption family that blogged their journey.
5/10 We went to St. Louis yesterday to get our last set of fingerprints. Now, we wait for the approval letter from Homeland Security. When it comes in the mail, Lynn rushes in downtown to be apostilled and then sends a copy overnight FEDEX to the agency. Our prayer is that this happens before May 15th.
6/29 We are officially matched, referred and have accepted our referral! We are still praying for an early August travel date, but they have said it would more likely be mid to late August. Many details will need to come together soon for traveling. Pray for us, please! What we have left are in country and travel expenses. We did get a grant from JSC foundation which helps. You can also contribute through Village to Village international to make your gift tax deductible. http://www.villagetovillageintl.com/the-jackson-family-family-95.php
7/11 Pray for the silent auction, funds and details of travel. It's becoming complicated since the girls might only be able to stay for a little while. Thank you!
8/16We are working out the travel details. Pray for safety and peace!
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