In mid-December our visa applications were returned to us. We were denied! It was due to some technical concerns, and although we were disappointed, over time we saw how God used the extra time here in the States to line up some things for us before the big move. We reapplied January 22, and expect [...]

Moving internationally is HARD. At least that's what we've discovered as we've progressed through this process. New Zealand, especially, has quite tight restrictions on who they let in and who they don't. It seems the two things they are protecting most are the economy and their healthcare system (w [...]

Sometime in late December/early January, we were sharing our vision for New Zealand with friends, Greg + Jannelle Althoff. Immediately Greg responded with interest. A few weeks later, we felt God confirm it was time for Noah and I to start the process. The dream was really happening... now. [...]

In order to stay in New Zealand, we need to apply for a visa. We applied for a Work Visa, as we will be partnering with YWAM Oxford, out of Christchurch. The entire application process is expensive + time consuming, but we finally wrapped it up + sent it off! CHECKLIST [X] Appli [...]

In June, we moved from 12th Ave., Denver to Acoma St., Littleton. This was our first major step toward saving money for the BIG MOVE to NEW ZEALAND. Sharing a house with friends, BJ and Christi, we are able to save a chunk on rent. During the move, + for the several [...]