Happy Spring

Spring is here and I am in love, once again.  The beauty in nature and the excitement of life is tangible as squirrels scurry around and little jack rabbits enjoy the shade in the late afternoon sun.  Here are some of the things that are making me feel so springy!

A stroll a day.

White and pink blossoms around every corner.

Spending time outdoors with my two favorite guys.

Smiles and giggles and crawling in the thick green grass.

Pictures of my growing boy.

Bright red flowers that catch my eye from a mile away.

I truly believe a part of me warms up and comes alive every spring.  As sweaters become unnecessary and sandals make their way back onto my feet, I have a sense of joy and delight that comes with the changing of the season and the warmth of life and love.

Happy Spring, my friends.  Happy Spring!

A Growing Heart

Pete and I have always felt a desire, a hope, a peace, and an excitement about going to Indonesia.  Honestly, even before we heard that MAF would like to assign us to Indonesia we wanted to go to the beautiful and remote island nation.  As we prayed and tried to remain open-minded, we still dreamed God would move us to Indonesia.  It was quite an amazing day when our hearts aligned with MAF's needs and God's plan to serve Him in Indonesia.

Delight yourself in the LORD; and He will give you the desires of your heart.  

Commit your way to the LORD, trust also in Him, and He will do it.

Psalm 37:4-5

Over half-way through with our support-raising goal, yet still seeking out new partners in ministry, we have noticed that our hearts are growing daily for the people we are called to serve.  We have done a good amount of reading and even a weekend of cultural training in preparation for our big move.  With every book page and every moment in prayer we become more and more aware of His heart for those He created on the other side of the globe.

I can't begin to describe in words how grateful we are that our Lord continues to lead and direct our path along this journey.  We couldn't do this without Him and without those of you who faithfully serve Him through your financial gifts and constant prayer.

As we prepare, we wanted to share some pictures that have been taken by MAF staff in Indonesia so that you, too, can catch a glimpse of the place and people we are looking forward to doing life with daily.

MAF plane flying over jungle brush in the mountains of Kalimantan

MAF plane taking off on a remote airstrip

Beautiful Indonesia mother and children

Open-air market

Precious Indonesian child

Remote airstrip and village 

If you receive our weekly prayer email, these pictures may look familiar.
If you do not, but would like to learn of specific ways to pray for our family weekly, email me at agreenwald@maf.org.

Make an IMPACT

Every year MAF staff serve around the world in an effort to 

feed the hungry, give water to the thirsty, clothe the naked, 

and share freedom found in Jesus Christ to those in need!  

Would you like to join our ministry team as we make an IMPACT in INDONESIA?

Go to WWW.MAF.ORG/GREENWALD

Susie Homemaker

Last August, while Pete, Cade and I were in Idaho preparing for this adventure known to many as support-raising, to some as ministry partnership, and to others as partnership development, I told someone I was a homemaker.  When the man looked back at me puzzled, I asked if he knew what that meant.  He said, "Of course, you build homes."  I replied quickly that I did not build homes, but that I took care of the home, I took care of our son, I was a stay-at-home wife/mom.  

Yesterday I did something I have never done before.  I made, for the first time in my life, yeast bread - from scratch!  And, it turned out GOOD!  I was so proud of myself.  My family is also very excited for this accomplishment because it means yummy, home-made bread, OFTEN!  I then proceeded to make italian beef for sandwiches we had for our dinner together and ended the night by making granola.  I was on a roll and I was having fun "home-making".  

I can only begin imagine all the things I will learn to make from scratch in Indonesia - and the fun, new, daunting ingredients I will be using.  But at least I will go overseas with the knowledge of how to make bread.  For some strange reason, this is important as we pack up and prepare for so much new.  I want to be able to know a few things, even if it is only how to make something as simple as bread and granola.  

In the next week we will begin our immunizations and legal documentation required for moving overseas.  Just another small step (or giant leap, depending on how much you like needles) towards the ministry God has called us into!  

I look forward to updating you on the process as we prepare and ask that you would be praying for our ministry team to continue growing and that the Lord would lead us to people who are excited to serve Him through financial partnership with us and MAF!