This is our 3rd week since we started our Spanish language school in Antigua. We are attending Christian Spanish Academy. It is a great school with one-on-one instruction and we are working at an individualized pace. Brinson goes to school in the mornings from 8-12 and Lori goes to school from 2-5. Elijah is also attending for two hours a day, in addition to his regular school (Bible, History, Math, Science, & Language Arts). Seth and Asher have also started school at home in the mornings. It is nice getting into a more regular schedule with the boys.We also found a home, and we moved in a few weeks ago. It was mostly already furnished, so we did not have to buy too many things. Which was great, because we have found that some things are hard to find, like furniture. Other things like food and other grocery store type items are easier to find.
We are meeting lots of new people both at school and around town. The Guatemalans are so nice and patient as we fumble through are words in Spanish. But we are learning so much and are astonished at how much we have learned in just a few weeks. As we study Spanish, in our hearts and minds we are always thinking about the precious people that we will be able to minister to, lead to the Lord, and encourage soon. But even now, the Lord is always faithful to show us people along the way that we can encourage and minister to that either speak English or know a little English. And sometimes just a hug, a smile, or a helping hand ministers and encourages too.
Please remember that even in America there are so many ways to minister and encourage those around you daily and those people you meet along your way! We love you all and are so grateful for your friendship, encouragement, and prayers. They mean so much to us! We are only an email away, so please feel free to send us a note and please let us know if there is any way we can pray for you!
brinsonandlori@gmail.com
