TeachBeyond orientation was a week of meeting new people and preparing for Germany. For the first few days every conversation started the same way: "Hi, what's your name? Where are you going? Where are you from?" I met many people headed to Germany and others headed to Hungary, Vietnam, the Philipines, the Ceck Republic, Niger, and many other countries. 83 new workers were commissioned to work with schools overseas or to provide support for the organization from North America. I'm am excited to be working for such a great organiztion as TeachBeyond.
After spending a week with new friends and co-workers; I flew to Reno, was picked up by my parents, and taken to Camp Richardson at Lake Tahoe for our family reunion. I had a great week hiking, swiming, roller skating, and playing the part of the tickle monster with my four newphes and one niece. This was a week of fun, family, and some mental rest before I plunge back into support raising. I am thankful to have had this time with all of my immediate family before I head overseas.
What's Next...
I'll being the the Redding area to continue to raise support.
I'll be spending 1 more week in San Diego to say good-bye.
I'll be able to purchase my plane ticket once I reach 90% monthly support pledged.
Please Pray...
That my faith would continue to be strengthened during this time of raising support.
That I would continue to connect with supporters and obtain monthly pledges in order to arrive on-time for orientation at Black Forest Academy on August 11.
That I will continue to trust that God is my provider and He is going before me in this process.
Extra Blessings...
TeachBeyond is able to purchase last-minute tickets for missionaries/humanitarian aid workers at a discounted price and they allow 3 free bags.
I was able to have my health insurance with TeachBeyond start immediately after my insurance with Audeo ended.
If you would like to make a monthly pledge at this time please click on this link or enter the web address: https://give.teachbeyond.org/usa/ You can designate giving for Rebecca Swanson or account number 40335.