Koncert for Family

The Koncert with a heart.

The Koncert for a Kause.

A little over a week ago, a small but konnected kommunity got together for an evening of fellowship.

Friends we've known a long time and friendships forged that evening took part in helping our family grow.

The koncert was just the kulmination of many months of loving care, being still and listening to God's whisper of direction and following God's lead.  From Eileen's inspirational design for t-shirts, Phil's kraftiness (learned through Pinterest) of making kommerative mugs to baking several dozen kookies to making many pots of koffee ... it all came together for a night of musik, laughter and love.

A night for K. A night for family.

We were especially blessed to have our Hopesprings Community of Faith show their love and support by serving the koffee and tea.  Pam's artistic talents designed the flyer for the event and helped get the space ready for the koncert.  Karl got the sound system just right.  Jonathan even came out, with the flu ravaging him, to show his support.  The countless folks that spread the word, prayed and loved on us and K by being there that night (especially Brian and his crew).

Of course, the musikal talent that night was beyond magnificent.  Liz, Eric and Rick were fabulous!  John Schmitt and his compadre Ryan were off the charts.  I encourage you to support all the performers but especially John.  If you get the chance to see them live make it a point to do so.

We continue to make progress toward making this dream of family a reality.  Our home study is now complete and we will be submitting it to US Immigration officials this week.  Although at times it seems to be moving at glacial speed, God is working.  We are encouraged by all the good people, both local and across the globe, who are keeping us in prayer.  We will not falter for we know from whence our strength and courage come!

This post would not be complete without mentioning one person who made this evening and this journey beyond description.  The most important person who showed up that evening, and who continues to show up for us, is God.  He makes this all possible.

If you would like to know a bit more about our guy you can get a glimpse of his story here.