July 2011 – Killions In the Kingdom

Hello from the Thai 5! June has come to an end and God has been faithful to see us through another month. Moving, the start up of a new phase of our ministry, and a trip to Malaysia are just a few things we’re excited to share with you. Thanks for reading!

We Moved…Again!
Not long ago, a friend asked us, “You’re moving again? Didn’t you just move recently?” Well, it was only about 1 1/2 years since our last move, but yes, we moved again. We’re thankful for the many friends (and their vehicles!) who helped us throughout the process. After about a month of living in the new place we’re feeling settled in and enjoying the area.

Teaching at North
The purpose of this move was to be closer to North Chiang Mai University (NCU) where Nathan began teaching an English class in mid-June. This class meets twice a week and gives us an excellent opportunity to meet students and faculty at the school and build friendships with them. Please pray for the students at NCU. Also, please pray for us to have God’s wisdom as we endeavor to reach out to them with the love of Christ.

Jessica surprises her parents in KL

To Malaysia with Love
The same day Nathan began teaching at NCU, Jessica left for Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Her parents had arrived in KL just 12 hours before to begin their work there. It was a sweet reunion as Jessica surprised her parents and spent about 11 days helping them settle in to their new home. What a blessing to have family on the same continent!

Serving with Friends at Care Corner
In early June the LaVier family, some friends from the US, came to visit Thailand. Mark and Cindy (the daughter of TCM missionaries Joe and Pauline Watkins) and their daughters Hannah and Grace stayed with our co-missionaries the Maraats and prepared a special jump-rope presentation to share with the children at Care Corner Orphanage near our home. Following the presentation and training time, Nathan shared the gospel with The Loop of Life, an object lesson using a rope. It was fun for our entire family to serve the Lord together!

Abigail’s 7th Birthday
On the 29th of June, Abby turned 7 years old. We’re so thankful that God has blessed our family with Abigail and for the many ways He has caused her to grow, even since arriving here in Thailand. The Lord has given her a servant’s heart and joyful spirit.