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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 arrive at home....

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 such a gift in a...

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 worth it? Why was...