What is "HMA"?
Hi Everyone, Hope you are enjoying your summer! This summer I am serving what they call a Home Ministry Assignment. It is hard to believe but in June I finished my first 2 year term on the mission field. (God actually had me stretch it for an additional 6 months so I could complete my language course that ended in June). So what does one do during their HMA... while I am here in the US for the next 3+ months--my goals are to reconnect with family, friends, and supporters ; to ask and get the necessary prayer and financial support for my next 2 year term; to take a break from the rigors of Czech language acquisition, culture learning and relationship building; and to draw close to God as He helps me process through the last 2.5 years on the field.
It was difficult to say, "See you later to my Czech friends" as I packed up for the summer because that is home to me. I tell Czechs all the time (& I mean it when I say it) "Moje srdce žije tady" in Czech that means "My heart lives here". It truly is a gift from God that He provides a way for me to minister among the Czech people. I know that He continues to grow me up and equip me for the ministry there. I am honored to serve among the Czech people and look forward to my next term.
While I am here in the States, I sometimes have an opportunity to talk with Czech friends through the internet. It helps me practice speaking Czech so I don't forget what I've already learned. It is great to keep in contact with them. Many of them say thank you to all of you who support me not only with finances but especially with your prayers. The Czech Christians know it isn't always easy for me as I struggle at times to learn their language. But they tell me, "We see that God is with you and He helps you." It really encourages me when they say that! I think they are looking forward to my return on the 7th of Oct. as much as I am. Please pray God will lead and direct my steps as I look to Him in helping me get the necessary financial commitments for my next two years during these 3+ months I am here in the US.
Just wanted to share a few thoughts about my HMA.
Take care until next time.
Blessings,
Colleen
It was difficult to say, "See you later to my Czech friends" as I packed up for the summer because that is home to me. I tell Czechs all the time (& I mean it when I say it) "Moje srdce žije tady" in Czech that means "My heart lives here". It truly is a gift from God that He provides a way for me to minister among the Czech people. I know that He continues to grow me up and equip me for the ministry there. I am honored to serve among the Czech people and look forward to my next term.
While I am here in the States, I sometimes have an opportunity to talk with Czech friends through the internet. It helps me practice speaking Czech so I don't forget what I've already learned. It is great to keep in contact with them. Many of them say thank you to all of you who support me not only with finances but especially with your prayers. The Czech Christians know it isn't always easy for me as I struggle at times to learn their language. But they tell me, "We see that God is with you and He helps you." It really encourages me when they say that! I think they are looking forward to my return on the 7th of Oct. as much as I am. Please pray God will lead and direct my steps as I look to Him in helping me get the necessary financial commitments for my next two years during these 3+ months I am here in the US.
Just wanted to share a few thoughts about my HMA.
Take care until next time.
Blessings,
Colleen
posted by Darlingc on a Czech Journey at
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