Hello everyone,
We are alive and well despite the weather as of late. This summer has been much more tolerable for us in our apartment since we haven't seen 100 degree temperatures like we had this time last year. Carli and I have been free for the last two weeks after my training finished in July. We have taken this opportunity to rest and study up for the beginning of this next school year.
Since many of you might not yet know, we are moving the end of this month to Bologna, Italy. I have received a new position at the school where I currently work, and this new position will be in the city of Bologna, which is just north of Florence by 60 miles. Our mission and purpose does not change with this move, however we had to make a choice for the stability of our family since it has been very difficult financially to live in Florence even with both of us working. Also, as many of you know, Carli has not been paid on time at her past job. So, the last 6 months we have been praying that the Lord give us guidance on where and what we need to do. We believe that He has given us some direction.
Please pray for us as we make this transition to another city and region of Italy. Also, pray that we find the right church in that area where we can work and serve. We are currently looking at two different churches in the area that we are moving to. We'd also ask that you pray for a job where Carli can work but allows her to continue her Italian studies and outreach opportunities with our new church home.
We will try to continue to keep you all up to date as things change but we want you all to know that we have an incredible peace about this move and we realize that practically this move gives us more freedom to have an impact in people's lives so that we can live out our mission for the Lord's kingdom.
Thank you all again for your support and prayers and please do not hesitate to contact us if you would like to know more,
In Christ,
Carli and Justin
