Save the Date

We can hardly believe that we got back from our Orientation with CTEN in Kerrville, Texas, only one week ago. We are both so grateful for the time we spent there. While in Texas, we met other missionaries who are leaving to change the world in Christ's name as well as the incredible "home office" staff. Everyone we encountered was so helpful and caring. We both feel much better equipped now as we prepare to enter the field.

Another important landmark of this great journey also happened this week. Todd and I bought our plane tickets for Romania! That's right! We now have an official departure date! Drum roll please..... Todd and Rocio Stopher will officially be leaving to serve in Romania on AUGUST 17, 2008! As excited as we are to have a date set, there is still so much to do. For starters our financial support is beginning to be raised, but we know God will provide before we leave. Please continue to keep us in your prayers and look forward to hearing more about the great things God is doing in our lives.

The Stophers leave for Romania on AUGUST 17, 2008.

Greetings from Kerrville, Texas

Howdy!  Greetings from the beautiful Hill Country of Texas.  I'm sure many of you are wondering what we are doing in Texas.  Todd and I are currently attending orientation for CTEN, our missionary sending organization.  I cannot begin to explain what a blessing these past few days have been. 

I am not going to lie.  It has been exhausting.  So much information is entering our brains that it is hard to process it all.  All I can say is praise God for notes and handouts!  I've found it particularly challenging to stay seated and pay attention for long periods of time.  Suddenly, I can understand my students' struggles.  I guess it's been a while since I've had to truly pay attention in a class.  It's also been a blessing to get to know our missionary organization.  It is made up of such a neat group of people.  They truly love and care for us even though they barely know us!  This gives us such peace of mind to know we will be supported as we head to serve in Romania.

We want to thank all of you for all your prayers and support and just ask that you continue to pray for grace as we begin this transition and also for financial blessings as we continue to raise our support.