School is back in session. Ministry opportunities abound. The summer slowdown has abruptly ended and been replaced by busy schedules, traveling, homework, lesson planning, sports events, workshops, trainings, and all the other activities of our life in Ukraine.

The kids are growing so fast. Abigail has started her sophomore year of high school. We are trying to wrap our minds around the fact that we only have three more summers with her before she begins college and lives on a different continent. She is very diligent in her studies and highly respected by her friends and teachers. We are so proud of her!

Matthew is in his last year of middle school as an eighth grader. He is playing soccer and excelling at school. We appreciate how he thinks deeply about what he hears, reads, and does. He worked hard this summer to meet a school challenge to exercise for 60 hours.

Elizabeth finished elementary school and is now adjusting to middle school. She is full of energy, drama, and life. She cares deeply for the feelings of others. She is in two dance classes and is excited about learning a sequence from the Greatest Showman.

Sarah continues to teach fifth grade and work towards a Master’s of Education in curriculum and instruction. She thoroughly enjoys her class of twelve students with all the energy and enthusiasm they have for learning.

George loves being a part of the reconciliation ministry. It is exciting to witness God healing hearts and changing lives. He travels frequently to lead workshops in Ukraine and other countries.