Where did September go?

On September 24^th I was asked to share at the American Baptist Churches of Michigan annual pastors meeting. They had a panel of short-term missionaries all share about their trips and give advise about short-term trips. Here is a little of what I shared…

Even though my trip was only 7 weeks long, I began looking for an international group to serve with 2 years before. Watching door after door close or not even open was hard, but I just knew this is what God was calling me to. As I was preparing to leave for Mozambique I knew that I was going in God’s perfect timing. Time and time again on my trip I was reminded just how perfect the timing was. I have a friend who likes to say “nothing is wasted in God’s economy,” many days in Mozambique I found comfort looking back over my life and thinking God was preparing me for this day, nothing has been a waste.

September ended with a book party. My friend Leslie was kind enough to open her home and allow me to sell my books and share the passion that has been laid on my heart for the beautiful country of Mozambique. Thanks Leslie!

For the first time I also sold pictures and purses. I’ve had a few people ask if they could buy pictures and so I’ve created a book to show which prints are for sale and what they cost.

When I was in Moz I bought about 10 or 12 yards of fabric convinced I would do something cool with it when I came home. On my trip to Mozambique I carried a fabric purse. I took it with me everywhere and it was awesome but I remember a few times wishing it was a little bit bigger. About a month ago I decided I would sew myself a bigger purse out of my Moz fabric. I loved it so much I decided I would keep sewing bags and try to sell them to raise money.

I've got a few more book parties lines up between now and the end of the year, but if you would like to host a party at your home, church, school or anywhere you can think of please email me at amanda@thedream-project.org.

Support Update:

I’ve raise 41% of the funds needed for my trip in January and 14% of my goal for monthly support.

Prayer Requests;

- My health

- Building project in Pemba. Walt and Trent arrived yesterday and will begin building tomorrow!