Have you heard about the newest country in the world?!? South Sudan Africa gained it's independence this July! And I am so blessed to be going in 2013. I will be traveling there to serve as part of a medical team with SIM (Serving In Mission) for the whole year. This opportunity is a dream come true. While in high school I can remember wanting to make a difference in our world and hoped it would be in the medical field. Attending the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor and graduating in 2006 helped make my dream a possibility. Now with over 5 years of nursing experience I am taking this wonderful opportunity to follow the desires of my heart and serve those who are much less fortunate in Africa.
During the last three years I have been working in various locations throughout the United States as a traveling nurse moving nearly every three months and have really enjoyed it! Currently, I am located in Boise, Idaho working at St. Luke's Children's Hospital on my final assignment. I will complete my assignment in October and I will be returning home to San Antonio, Texas! I am looking forward to staying in one place for a while and more excited to spend time with friends and family. Not to mention the great Tex- Mex food that I have been missing.
While back home in San Antonio I will be working full time as a nurse- not sure of where or what exactly yet. Also, I will be preparing for my African adventure by taking a missions class called Perspectives. This 18-week course will include readings, homework assignments and projects.
SIM has a long outstanding history and has missionaries serving in over 50 countries throughout South America, Asia and Africa. Their purpose for serving those overseas is to glorify God by planting, strengthening, and partnering with churches around the world. You can check out SIM online and find out more information at www.simusa.org or www.sim.org
It would be an honor if you would become a member of my support team with prayer and email communication. I will keep you updated on my progress along this journey to Africa. And if you have any advice about missions, Africa or anything else I would appreciate it. Please contact me and I look forward to hearing from you soon!
Prayer Requests
1- Finalize all the paperwork & details
2- Transition to life back in San Antonio- new job, missions class, etc.
3- People of Sudan and the SIM team that is currently serving
God Bless
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