A flat tire reminds me how far we’ve come since moving to Bulgaria years ago.

So I’m sitting here in one of my favorite coffee shops in the city as I write this blog. This is what I am seeing and hearing..

We’ve been going to Vasil Levski School in Breznik once a week this school year.

Aside from getting around the city, public vehicles have allowed me to commune with myself, people, and God.

Hey there! The Faber’s have arrived back safely and the team is all together again. Starting to get slightly warmer here and we are hoping to lock in and begin more detailed prep for our summer programs…

Last weekend, Maggi and I had the privilege to travel to Blagoevgrad and participate in …

We’re back at school and things are starting to get rolling again! It’s gotten a little warmer and we are all hoping for spring to arrive sooner than later.

After a few rainy days, plenty nice cups of tea and some delicious pastries, Mariana and I have returned from London with a fullness that comes from being in fellowship with Christians in different walks of life.

честита нова година or Happy New Year! With the new year there are many things to look forward to and be praying for…

Christ’s family is everywhere and always around! Growing up in the Chinese church community in Houston, my family would always happen to bump into others

We’re excited to represent Salt Ventures at URBANA 22 this week!

Christmas is approaching soon! December some of our team will be traveling back to the states while the others stay and spend the holidays in Sofia. We also just got our first snow recently! Please pray for:

Sharing holiday traditions at our Rockin’ English club is a fun way to deepen friendships and create special memories.

So much to be thankful for since we’ve arrived! We’re looking forward to our first Thanksgivings away from home. Outside of the normal prayer requests, here are some of are biggest praises over the year:

In October, I was able to travel to Turkey to see the 7 churches that John wrote to in the final book of the Bible, Revelation. One of the extra journeys we made was to the island of Patmos, where John was exiled.

Fall is coming upon us soon! The leaves are changing color and lots of change in our team schedule are also coming up. Please pray for:

Learning language has been and will continue to be one of the greatest challenges in serving overseas until all the hours and work are put into becoming somewhat conversational.

I have had the privilege of visiting several monasteries, the only monasteries I've ever been to, in Bulgaria. When I think of monasteries, I think of peace and quiet

My first 2 months here have been a whirlwind of events. Feelings of not doing much at all and then all of a sudden having the most busy packed schedule with no breaks at all.

Hello dear friends,
I’ll be honest, it is not my natural inclination to make public my thoughts and ruminations, however, as I am entering my third month living in Bulgaria, I have become consistently more aware