Wednesday, August 20, 2008

GOING TO UGANDA !!!!!!!!

Praise be to God. Scott and I are going to Uganda. We found out last week we would have to travel twice, so we will be leaving on August 30, for our initial trip.
Though it is very hard to leave Colton, Haley and Hannah we are both extremely excited about meeting our son.
We will have the opportunity to spend two weeks with Bennett while we are gathering the necessary paperwork to move into the final process. We will also have the privilege of being a part of Pastor Dickson's congregation in dedicating the expansion of the sanctuary, orphanage and radio station.
Scott and Cecil (dad) have been very busy this week trying to make all necessary arrangements for us to travel, (thanks dad couldn't have done it without you). My only concern and of course most important question was; will Bennett be at the airport when we arrive; "YES" he will.
We are so blessed to be able to have this time with him.
I will take lots of pictures and blog every chance I get. Pastor has wireless Internet in his home so I should be able to write often. Thank you mom for providing that service to pastor, I don't know how well I would have done at the local Internet Cafe.
Thanks to all of you who have been praying for us. Your love and support mean more than words can express. This is a very exciting time for our family and having the support from our loved ones means the world to us.
Prayer request~
Please begin to pray now for Scott and I as we prepare for our trip.
I am not one who enjoys flying at all so please pray for the Lord to give me peace about that.
Pray for our safety: " FLIGHT", also for our travel in country, I hear they are great drivers.......NOT !
Believe with us for supernatural favor with the many government officials we will encounter.
Health, energy, patients,
"FLIGHT"
Pray that the Lord would direct our paths and use us as He wills. That our hearts would be open to follow where HE leads.
Please continue to pray for Pastor Dickson and Gladys, they are very excited about this convention/dedication, I want it to be perfect for them. Pray for their finances and renewed energy......after all they have been taking care of an infant for 7 weeks now.....just a little sleep deprived.
"FLIGHT"
Anything else you can think of go right ahead and pray it !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ok, now that you have spent 90% of your personal prayer time on Scott and I go ahead and use the other 10% to pray for our "FLIGHT"......LOL
We love you all.

Many Blessing
Sherry

11 comments:

Matt and Bre said...

I am beyond excited for the both of you...what an amazing experience that will be so completely life changing- wish I could be there with you. I can't wait to see Bennett! God does all things- I love you.

Bre

Anonymous said...

WOW! What an awesome gift. I am SO happy for you sister. Be safe and enjoy every second in Uganda. You will be in my thoughts and prayers every day.

Much love,
Dana

Anonymous said...

i love u mom and dad u r the best i will miss yall














































































u love me the most hannah

Anonymous said...

i love u mom and dad u r the best



























u love me the most hannah

Matt and Bre said...

I AM WAITING ON PICTURES....I NEED TO SEE HIM WITH YOU! Love you .BRE

Matt and Bre said...

alright...it is Monday morning...no pictures yet...I'm still waiting. Miss you and hope you are having the time of your life.

Bre

Anonymous said...

Sherey & Scott, I am in Your house looking at these awesome pics of Bennet, waiting on hannah to get home. Know that I am here, so don't worry about Colt, Haley, and Hannah. Enjoy every second with Bennet, cause when you finnaly get him home I get to spoil him some.
Love and prayers.
Nina

Unknown said...

we love you, miss you, and we are praying for you. we hope that God moves and stretches your soul deeply. tell dixon we said hi, and give a kiss to my new nephew.

chase and bird

Anonymous said...

I wanted to let you know I have seen Hannah twice since you left and have given her a great big hug. She is doing great! I'll try and check in on her again and let you know. She is a real "trooper". Good luck and see you soon. We can't wait to see Bennett
Dianna
Heritage

Anonymous said...

We Miss You Guys SOOO MUCh!!! Please update your blog..

We are praying God's contuned blessing over you and the entire extended family in Uganda God will reign mightily in the hearts of those you touch daily. You guys are doing way more in thespiritual realm than you could ever imagine by your presence alone being in Africa.

We love you So Much,
The Gardner Family

Anonymous said...

Well, this Mom/Nanny is getting very anxious. Was hoping to have new pics and good news from you all by now after talking to you yesterday. Scott, it was very moving to hear you talk about Bennett(aka BAM)and the stars over Africa. Can't wait to hear your stories and hold that sweet boy - I tear up and my nose burns when I think about him. Please tell pastor and Gladys hello from us.
Much Love and Abundant Blessings,
Mom