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Remembering God’s Faithful and Guiding Hand
Happy New Year, everyone! Stayed up late for NYE fireworks! As Nich and I reflect on this past year of study and engagement, especially as we neared its end, we can clearly see God’s tender and guiding hand at work. He faithfully sustained us, even in moments when we stubbornly tried to press on in our own strength. And yet, by God’s grace alone, we can now truly say and sing: Here I raise my Ebenezer; Hither by Thy help I’m come; And I hope, by Thy good pleasure, Safely to a
hassellba
Jan 197 min read


A Long Overdue Update!
Hello friends! It’s been a little while (okay… nearly five months! ). It’s hard to believe it’s been so long since my last post. I apologise for it being so long. The semester has been full to overflowing with study, ministry, travel, and plenty of big life changes! Before sharing a quick update, I want to pause and say a heartfelt thank you to those who have prayed for me, checked in, and offered encouragement along the way. Your care and partnership in prayer have been su
hassellba
Nov 2, 20254 min read


Didn't see this coming!
So much has happened in the last 2 months—far more than I expected! Last time I wrote, I was heading into a full-on season with Greek exams, mission week, a bit of a holiday, and the start of Term 2. There's a lot to share, so let me start at the beginning. March Madness Despite fantastic birthday celebrations, by the end of March, I was feeling the weight of the upcoming Greek exam. Had I done enough? Would I be able to demonstrate that? What if I failed? Was all the stress
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May 22, 20259 min read


...We are BACK!
The start of the year has flown by so quickly that I’m already behind on an update! Life has been full, stretching, and at times overwhelming, but also marked by God’s sustaining grace and kindness. So here is a long-overdue reflection on the past couple of months. Christmas Travels November 24th 2024 marked the start of an epic trip around the world. Thanksgiving dinner with Sissy and BIL I left Sydney for the states and spent a wonderful cold week with my sister and brother
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Mar 4, 20257 min read


The end of the beginning
The end of an adventure is always an odd thing. It has a way of creeping up on you, quietly at first, then all at once, the same...
hassellba
Nov 13, 20244 min read


On the Grind
Hi y'all! I realise it has been a while since my last post. Sorry about that! I will try to make up for it as best I can now!...
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Sep 7, 20245 min read


Praise God from whom all blessings flow!
As I reflect on Semester 1, I am left with one resounding refrain in my heart and I am led to sing "PRAISE GOD FROM WHOM ALL BLESSINGS...
hassellba
Jul 11, 20245 min read


Mission, Moree, and Copacabana
The month of April was an adventure! Every week was something exciting! (Have a look at the egg portrait Lucy painted of me on Easter...
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May 15, 20246 min read


Settling In
These early days have been all about settling in to life at Moore in Sydney. It has been really hot, around 30-34C degrees most days and...
hassellba
Feb 5, 20247 min read


The beginning of it all...
Join me on a journey of 10,655 miles to the land Down Under. If you are reading this I suppose you know by now that 2024 is the start of...
hassellba
Jan 2, 20243 min read
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