Final Recaps from Aimee, Anna & Megan!
Two weeks in Romania serving with Missio Link International was life changing. I’m so incredibly thankful for the work this ministry does and for the opportunity to enter into their daily life routine. Our sole purpose of going was to show and teach these beautiful girls about who God is and equip them with the tools they will need to grow in their relationship with Him throughout their life. As we watched their eyes light up upon receiving their very own Bible, we saw that they were hungry for the Word of God. Each day in Bible Study they were engaged in learning how to look up Scripture and use the actual words of the Bible to shed light on some hard life questions. As we were there teaching, I was overwhelmed at how the Lord could use inadequate me to teach His Word. My biggest take away from this trip is the comforting reality and truth that God desires to use any of us humans to love on our fellow humans…all of us spectacularly made in His image. If we just say, “Yes, Lord I will be an instrument in your hands," He will be faithful to accomplish His good work. It’s all about the Lord and the great story He keeps on telling about His creation. It’s not about what story we want to tell…..Thank you Jesus! May God bless these girls as they grow up and may He heal all of the broken places in them and in us. - Aimee Hudson
This is a trip that I have wanted to attend for the past few years, but was not able to attend until this year. It is so interesting now (post trip) to think about how the Lord must have had me on this specific team at this specific time for a specific reason. I believe that He has a plan and purpose for all things, even small details like the personalities, strengths, and weaknesses of the members who make up a mission team. I loved seeing how God used these small details to allow us to serve the Deborah House girls in a unique way. I was able to help lead crafts and activities with the girls each day, and I am so thankful for this unique opportunity to have fun and build relationships with them. Whether we were making bracelets, painting, braiding hair, or playing Bingo, we were connecting with each other and becoming great friends. The language barrier was very difficult for me… for the first couple of days I felt like I really could not connect with the girls on any sort of deep level because I could not freely communicate and get to know them. However, as the week went on I was able to watch their personalities peak through, giving me more insight on just how to love them and interact with them effectively. Before long I realized that the deep love I was beginning to have for them could not be quenched or minimized by our language barrier. I fell in love with their unique personalities and talents- you know, those things that don’t have to be translated: R's love for photography, S’s gift of drawing and painting, C’s quiet, stoic personality, R’s sassiness, P’s athleticism, L’s sweet spirit. These girls captured my heart this week and I have a feeling that I will never forget my time with them. To be honest, the deep love and sadness did not set in until my plane took off from the Timișoara airport. As Wil and I began our trek back to the U.S., the reality of the girls’ situations slowly manifested in my heart. I still have not processed through all of the emotions and thoughts in my heart and mind, but for now, my prayer for the girls is threefold: 1. That the Lord would capture each of their hearts and draw them into an intimate relationship with Him. 2. That each girl would feel deeply loved and chosen by the Father and the MLI/Deborah House staff. 3. That, by God’s grace, I could see them again and enjoy life together in some capacity, whatever that may be. Same time and place next year?
-Anna Logan
Trip 11, I found myself taking for granted the opportunity to return yet again to Romania. But I realized quickly, the Lord didn't have to let me come back. He didn't have to provide all the resources our teams needed. Ultimately the Lord doesn't need me to accomplish His mission in Romania. BUT GOD, in his kindness, graciousness & sovereignty chose me to be a part of the MLI story. Immediately I was humbled with this realization. It is really hard to pick highlights when both weeks were so sweet and I could see the Lord working in big and small ways. Returning, I loved seeing the ways the girls have grown up, matured and have been equipped by the MLI staff with the tools to process their trauma in a healthy way. One girl last year was always the rowdy one in Bible study, she never wanted to sit still or cooperate (that was her trauma speaking) but this year, I witnessed so much growth in her as she was eager for Bible study and all the activities. The youngest girl is new to DH and we became fast friends. One of my team members asked me how long I have known this girl and I told them, only a week! They were shocked because of how close we had become in such a short time. She also learned to swim while we were there. I don't get any credit, BUT GOD in His perfect timing, allowed my path to cross with this sweet girl. There aren't enough words to express how incredible the MLI staff are. Short term teams come for a week, this staff is with the girls all day every day. Dealing with teenage girls with all the hormones that come with that is exhausting, add on top of that trauma and grief, it feels impossible. But I watched as the MLI staff fully lean on Christ to sustain them each day as they love the girls and lead them in the healing process. God hand picked each staff member for such a time as this and I am thankful to be witness to it! God gets all the glory for the Kingdom work happening in Romania!
-Megan Moore
It means so much to our entire team that you followed along with us on our journey! Thank you for sending us financially, with supply donations and most importantly prayer! We could not have gone without the Body of Christ supporting and sending us! If you are interested to learn more about MLI and their ministries or want to keep up on a regular basis, there are several ways to do so!
https://missiointernational.org/
(This is the US website for the ministry. You can learn about the different ministries. If you are interested in supporting financially, this is the best route to do so.)
SPeR - Fundatia Missio Link International
(This is MLI's Facebook page. The staff posts pictures often here of what all is going on! Be sure to follow this page to stay up to date!)
@missiointernational
(Instagram Page for MI, facilitating ministry in Romania since 1994)
@mli.romania
(Instagram page for MLI)
If you want even MORE info, please email meganm@missiointernational.org to get connected!
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