we're still here!

hello! this is one chance i have to update while i am in the city for one night, but i must be brief. Our Father has done exceedingly wondrous things this week. since our Russian translator has arrived, we have entered a new door of communication and understanding. the fruit was ripe and each day this week we have seen professions, so that all of the 6 older girls have received salvation. we cannot dogmatically dictate the sincerity of their heart, but the Spirit bears witness, as well as the joyful smiles on their faces, and i believe they are genuine. Brooke moved into the orphanage tonight, and will live there for the next two weeks. tomorrow camp begins for the girls. Four of us ladies will be up there --me; Miss Deeringer; Christin, a young lady who has been of great aid; and Miss Rachel, the Russian translator who has years of experience with orphans. i am so extremely blessed! be in supplication that these girls would be firmly planted in the truth for the next two weeks, as they will face heavy opposition after we leave. also, all day yesterday i was sick in the stomach; and today i sprained my foot playing with the kids at the park. i don't foresee myself doing much activity in the near future. but i know He knows, and that settles it. thank you for your faithful prayers. they are not in vain! -michelle