February 22, 2005

February 22, 2005

We missed a call from Adam this weekend - felt really bad about it. He did leave a message on the machine. He said that they have moved out of the barracks and into the tents. Remember, when he arrived in Iraq, they stayed in tents before moving into barracks. This move is another good sign that they are preparing to leave. We still have no word of when that will be. Keep praying for them - it is still very dangerous over there.

We got a call from Rod's brother, Sid, tonight. He said that Jesse will be coming home sometime on Thursday. What great news! We have no idea when or what airport. I'll let you know as soon as we do. We want as many people as can to come to the airport to welcome Jesse home. He needs that encouragement and so does his family. So watch your email closely and I'll let you know the details. We are all so excited to have him on the way back home. It will be 9 weeks since the accident.

Please pray for:
1. Jesse's paperwork and flight - for his comfort and for the flights to be on time and without any delays. For his transition to home. For Sid and Paula.
2. Those in Iraq - for safety and concentration during these last days. For flights to be safe and without delay. For speedy processing in every detail of their return.
3. For the families of those heroes that are not ever returning home. For comfort and peace during these trying days.
4. Thank God for His many answers to prayer.

In Christ's love and protection,
Jill