I arrived in Graz, Austria May 1st. Johnny, Brooke, and Kinsley picked me up and we drove to Celje, Slovenia. My new home. May 1st will be my missionary anniversary. Wow. I have been in Slovenia for 21 days now and I still can’t believe it. I find myself looking around and thinking, “Really? I’m actually here?” 

On May 2nd, we left for the Czech Republic for the annual JV family conference. Dave Patty talked about being “Found by the Father” and the great love that our heavenly Father has for us. It was an amazing week of leaning into God’s word and spending time with a lot of wonderful people. Some highlights include; corporate worship led by the older JV kids, going to the Czech circus on JV family day- yes there were horses, and camels, and a really weird clown, spending time with dear friends who live in Slovenia and other parts of the world, playing Star Wars mafia with the JV kids, and the JV kids program. The performance they put on at the end of the week was awe inspiring. I was floored by their talents and ability to put on this whole show in a weeks time. Amazing! I love the JV family and am so happy to be a part of it. It was a bit overwhelming, especially as I was simultaneously getting over jet lag, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything. I had prayed that the Lord would provide all my funds in time for me to go to conference and He made it happen. I look forward to many more JV gatherings! Thank you JV for making me feel so welcome!)