To The Steppes... Kazakh-what? Early last month Chad jumped on a plane to the Central Asian country of Kazakhstan! He never knew this was in his region and had no idea what to expect from this new part of the world. Turns out, it is an amazing country with such rich history! He and a small team from the Cambodia office undertook crucial safety inspections of an existing school facility and reviewed the blueprints for an upcoming construction project. It's inspiring to use his engineering skills to improve the lives of others and bring encouragement to the school leadership team. ... and to Civilizations Beginnings, "The building is quite new, it was built around 1910" This is a phrase that makes sense in Egypt where the pyramids, built 4,500 years ago, still look over the city. The office is located in one of these new buildings on the outskirts of the city! Chad recently visited our team there and joined them as they cast vision for the next 3-5 years. It was so amazing to witness the continued growth and potential within this team of dedicated design professionals. During his time, Chad spend quality time encouraging the Office Director and her husband who have navigated a challenging past year and are beginning to see the fruit of their hard work. ...but Only Fish with Shanthi, Shanthi's entering her final month of school and the depth of connection with her students is so evident. They recently inquired about the Marine biology club for next year (which Shanthi is currently leading), and when they learned that Shanthi wouldn't be leading it, they chose another club! We were both able to chaperone Shanthi's 8th grade students as we snorkeled on the East coast of Malaysia to promote the UN's sustainability goal for life under water. This trip further deepened the relationships. She is already looking forward to teaching them next year! ... to see New Sights! We also want to share that Chad is entering a season of transition in his work. The past period has presented significant hurdles and conflicts, leading to these upcoming changes. While the specifics are still unfolding, we are wholeheartedly committed to prayer and seeking God's clear direction for the path ahead. We trust in His guidance and will share further updates as they emerge. Thank you for holding us in your prayers during this time of seeking.
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