Many Helpers

Mery and Kristi waiting with us to see the notary for papers for our residency permits

 It takes many helpers for foreigners to receive official approval to live in a new country.  We learned that in Hungary and it is true here in Romania also.  We must have residence permits so we can live in Romania longer than the ninety days for every six months allowed to visitors.  This is not an easy task.  First we need official papers written by a notary that affirm that we have a place to live in Romania and that we give our services as missionaries without charge.  Last week Mery and her son Kristi went with us to the notary office to affirm that we have a place to live. The notary and her office staff worked to produce the correct documents for us. An official translator was also required to read all the Romanian papers to us in English before we signed.  When we add up the number of those involved in finding the right places to go, the right people to see and the right papers to write, it took about twelve people to help us complete just this first step.  We are so thankful to Mery and Kristi and everyone else who was involved in this part of the process.  Friday we sent the papers to our pastor friend Teo who will help us with the next step. 

Mike praying at the baby dedication

Sunday, there was a baby dedication at church.  Pastor Simi asked Mike to pray for the baby, his parents and the godparents.  It is a privilege to participate in the life of our Romanian church family.  We thank God for what he is doing and look forward to what He will do in this church and this city as we all continue to work and pray together.