-Pretoria, South Africa
Children: Camden and Taylor
Their plan was to spend Christmas with family and return to Africa on January 16. But God had a better one. Hope tested positive for covid 2 days before their booked return; Jim did so the next week. Then they were blocked from returning by covid variants, travel bans and lockdowns. But the good news is that Jim was able to participate in their son’s doctrinal examination and preach his ordination message in January. They were also able to welcome, in person, their first grandchild. Though physically separated, they have been able to continue ministry remotely and have been able to give countless hours to counsel others. Pray for God’s continued working and for the country of South Africa which they love. They need wisdom and clarity regarding timing, patience as they wait, and the soul care they need more of before returning.
