Gashawoy and Kalkidan to Depart for Ethiopia

Now, it's time to say Good-bye.

Gashawoy and KalKidan are READY TO RETURN TO ETHIOPIA ON THIS SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 2.

Their leaving is a reminder of all the awesome things that God has done; but, they are such loving people...their leaving is Bittersweet.I KNOW that God has great things for them to accomplish in Ethiopia. Ethiopia needs wise,future thinking, Godly people to encourage and teach the people so the country can prosper.

Who....Gashawoy and KalKidan
What...SUCCESS OF THE OPERATION & NOW, BACK TO ETHIOPIA....Open House celebration!
Where...West Covington Baptist Church at 1003 Highway Ave., Covington, Ky. 41011
http://www.westcovingtonkybaptist.com/
When...Friday, Sept 1, 2006 from 5:00-7:00
Why....Stop in for 1 minute or 2 hours, get some cake, finger foods & snacks, and say Good-Bye and just show your love and support!

DO NOT BRING GIFTS BECAUSE WE DO NOT WANT TO WORRY ABOUT HOW TO SHIP "STUFF" BACK! JUSTSTOP IN-THAT IS YOUR GIFT.PRAY FOR THESE FLIGHTS...Delta Airlines Flight 5225Departs Cincinnati (CVG) on Saturday Sept 2 @ 12:10 p.m. (12:10)Arrives Washington, D.C. (IAD) on 9/2 @ 1:38 p.m. (13:38)Ethiopian Airlines Flight 501Departs Washington, D.C. (IAD) on Saturday Sept 2 @ 7:30 p.m. (19:30)Arrives Addis Ababa (ADD) on 9/3 @ 6:06 p.m. (18:05)

Lanes plan return to Ethiopia

John and Megan plan to return to Ethiopia at the end of rainy season in early September. Their plans are to investigate possible ministry opportunities in the North of Ethiopia, helping prepare for the 2007 Bible Conference and assisting with changes in Addis. Megan's sister Christina plans to accompany the couple for this three month long assignment.

Kennedys cancel mission to Ethiopia

The Kennedy family was forced to cancel their planned trip to Ethiopia due to health issues. The issues have since been resolved and the family is enjoying their time together (that was planned for Ethiopia) here in the States.

Gashawoy and Kalkidan visit Tennessee

It was a particular blessing to have Gashawoy and Kalkidan visiting in Tennessee and Georgia over the past week.

Kalkidan's doctor was so pleased with her progress since surgery that he allowed them to travel for a visit which began with a visit to the Mathenia's home in Memphis. They also visited Christ Community Church in New Albany, Mississippi while they stayed with the Mathenias.

In Jackson they were able to meet their supporting family and past supporters at Woodland Baptist Church. They attended Christ Community Church in Jackson where Gashawoy shared his testimony.

On Saturday they spent the day at Pickwick on the Tennessee River with the Beard family (with Papaw & Mamaw) and had their first boating experience on the "sea".

As Gashawoy shared about their three year ordeal and suffering he wept as she praised God for providing this miracle for Kalkidan. "For three years of terror I have not heard Kalkidan laugh since her birth. Her mother and I only heard her cries and we only dreamed of laughter," he said. "No she cannot stop smiling and laughing."

Kalkidan's surgery seems to have been a huge success and her digestive system is working as normally as could be hoped. Gashawoy said that he is excited about going home and sharing this miracle with others. "I have a fire in me for sharing the Gospel like never before."