The news in our next chapter personally, and for VOB, continues to grow. We are now first time home owners! It’s shocking to even type that, much less let it really sink in. But we really felt the Lord highlight the land you see in photo above. A little mid-century brick house on the corner of 9 acres of fenced pastures in Liberty NC! So we weren’t kidding when we mentioned last month, putting a new stake in the ground. We were not quite sure if it was all going to pull through until after the closing, but can now happily report; we officially have a permanent home and ministry base.
So many God stories have happened along the way! Far too many to mention all here. But the home and land belonged to a couple who raised their family there for 62 years and were pillars in their church and community, before passing away. We know this from the many knocks at the door, when Wayne was there last week doing some clean out and painting, with help from our long time friend Chris, and sons Jordan and Zachary. Neighbors from various directions were stopping by with home made baked goods, and great welcomes, with stories of the beloved family who built the little house and farm we just purchased. We have big shoes to fill. He was a founding member and assistant chief at the volunteer fire department for many years. She was a nurse, and they both were volunteers with Hospice for many years. Really touched our hearts to learn of their faithfulness, and how much they impacted the community. We hope and pray to continue that impact for the duration of our lives there. A blessed honor, truly.
There really is something to having ownership of land, therefore having the authority to dedicate it to the Lord. We surely plan to do that. We are blessed that the land is shaped 3 sided (notice that above?), and in fact plan to call our farm Trinity Acres. Father, Son, and Holy Spirit! Presently, there are cows in the pasture and we have arranged with the cattle owner to continue leasing the land, which provides some income to us. And, of course, we will have Carol’s horse there and a connection to a neighbor, has already bestowed 2 more horses. One in particular, that will fit Wayne just right, including a calm-frill free personality, that will also suit Wayne’s rusty riding skills. The other large pony is also calm and will provide a nice ride for kids who may learn some horsey things from Aunt Carol.
As we mentioned last month, only our ministry “base” is changing, NOT our ministry. We will continue to run our current projects in Mexico, and, in addition to Carol’s already known contacts in the Native American world, she will be able to start connecting with more leaders on the east coast for future ministry plans. We also have vision (not a new one-but historically for us) to have a gathering of worship, prayer, and the arts, which we hope to host from our home/land. Also, Carol has never had a shortage of opportunities ministering in the horse world. Finally, Wayne intends to look into the idea of offering clergy services, particularly among the paramedic and fire first responders community, something he already talked to a few of the welcomers about. Several neighbors also mentioned ministries and organizations nearby, which are providing needs for the poor in the community, missionaries on furlough, and even sending containers to the border of Mexico. Sound familiar? The Lord is good. Stay tuned! Love Wayne & Carol
We appreciate your prayers for:
- little Manuel’s surgery April 13th
- Tijuana ministry operation administration
- Finances to continue Mexico work
- Our personal finances for all the moving costs
- Carol’s pancreas health – tests April 10th!
- Wayne’s health with all the physical involved in a move. Carol as well. Prayer that healthcare transfers without a hitch.
- Travel dates April 20-23 across the country with our personal belongings. Including move transports for furniture and 2nd vehicle.