Monday, July 14, 2008

Update from the Angels

Dear family and friends,

Angel’s here, have you wondered what’s happened to us? We have spent the last 5 months resettling into our new country. It was a difficult return with many unknowns for us as a family. The Father has guided us and been ever present during our struggles. Words cannot begin to describe the turmoil and lostness we felt as it became evident to us that we were not able to return to our home in Lb. Just at the time when we felt deep despair God made it evident to us, “bloom where your planted”, and our leadership allowed us to stay in the country where we landed upon our return.

God provided a home and schooling for the kids, who will be 11, 10, 6 and 5 by the end of summer. The kids are all adjusting very well and are very content. Oh, by the way baby #5 is on the way and due at the end of October! It’s a girl and we are all very excited!

Joel is teaching English as a second language and is enjoying it alot! Robin spends her days cooking and taking care of the precious ones God has blessed us with. It’s amazing that a new country and new friends isn’t what we would have chosen for ourselves, but it is becoming clearer that He knew it is what we needed. There is very good medical care here for the new babies arrival.

Our main prayer request now is Robin’s pregnancy. She is 24 weeks and has already been in the hospital once with premature contractions. Pray for God to surround her and this baby and for a full-term delivery!!

Hannah and Corrie are in summer camp at a local school. Their Arabic and culture are growing by leaps and bounds. Mercy has a little friend that lives above us that she spends her mornings with and Yusef’s best friends are all the living creatures he finds in our yard.

We will be writing again very soon and sharing more. Shame on us for taking so long. We value each of you and love you very much. Thank you for remembering us!

You can see some recent photos and post comments on our blog at: www.hisoikos.blogspot.com

Blessings and Love!

Joel and Robin Angel, Hannah, Corrie, Yusef, Mercy, Soon...Charity-Noor?