Texas

As we stepped off the plane and onto the jetway, the hot breeze jarred us alive with the knowledge that we were once again back in Texas, after spending the previous 30+ hours traveling and the last year in Africa. It was an amazing time in Kenya and I trust that God used me and the people at IJM Kenya to secure justice for those that would not have been able to otherwise. And all of us Mearskats thank you for making it possible for us to do this. Know that your support made a tangible difference in the lives of Kenyans.

We’ve been back a week now, and we apologize for not getting an update out sooner. We’ve been spending time with family in the Dallas-area and it has flown by. Here is a pic of all of the little cousins having fun at the Norton Reunion this past weekend. (Caleb and Luke in white shirts and blonde hair, Abigail in pink dress). We will continue visiting with family until we return to Austin in mid-July.

In the meantime, please pray for us in the following ways:

• On Tuesday, June 29, I have an interview with IJM in Washington, D.C. for a longer-term position within the organization. Please pray that it would go well and that we would have wisdom on this possible next step.
• Please pray for Anna, the kids, and me as we are feeling very transient during this time in Dallas, living out of suitcases. Please pray for peace in this time of reconnecting with family.
• Please pray for a job for me for when we return to Austin. Even if I get another IJM position, we are looking at several months in Austin during which I will need to work to support the family.
• Please pray for our kids as they adjust to life back in the Texas (actually, this one is for all of us).

Thank you all again, and we will get a longer update out soon.