Update – January, 2026
– There were many highs and lows in the ministry in 2025, but it’s the ‘highs’ that define this precious ministry, Love From Above – God’s ministry in the ‘other’ land that I love, Romania. However, this update will just relate a few ‘mentions’ from December.
– As always, it was beyond sad to leave Romania on December 3. I can never tell our ‘kids’ at Barza Mica when I’m actually going, because it is like a funeral – so many tears! I was blessed to give them all Christmas presents, though, before going. They squealed in delight over such simple little things. I think it was more the ‘trappings’ with which they were impressed.
– Since I left, they have had a wonderful Christmas party. Friends, Robert, Alex, and Corina were able to be there – and I was so blessed that they sent many videos and pictures of the party. How I would have loved to have been a part of the celebration!
– Though they are not aware, it was sad for me to say ‘goodbye’ to our ‘littles’, too. I always wonder who will still be there when I return. As always, no matter where I am, Love From Above continually provides for their meds, foods, and other supplies. Such a privilege for us to be able to do so!
– Because of your providing financially, and praying for their safety, our four pastors from RO made another ‘run’ to Ukraine with ‘tons’ of food and supplies. It was not an easy mission. It never is, but with it’s getting increasingly more difficult within Ukraine, this trip was especially dangerous. I was sent their schedule – so it was with much relief that I rejoiced when they returned safely to Brasov on time to celebrate Christmas evening with their families. Truly, praise our Almighty Lord from Whom all blessings flow!! Please keep praying for our precious pastor friends and others in Ukraine. They are enduring unspeakable hardships that I can’t even mention here . . . !!
I praise God for a safe trip from RO back to the States! And, I thank God for a warm, cozy, loving, exuberant Christmas with one of my sons and his family in VA – and a most exhilarating Christmas Eve service at their church that took my breath away!!
And I thank God for being able to share Christ with both of my seat mates to and from VA/RI – so random, but SO Holy Spirit led with their asking questions about my faith – about Jesus!! It doesn’t get any better than that for me!!
A most Blessed and Happy New Year, 2026 to all of you – and Love From Above’s (and my) deepest thanks for all you pour into this ministry, our Lord’s work in Romania. I love you all – could never do it without your coming along-side me! Blessings!! – and THANK you!!
