Ethiopia

Well I just returned from a wonderful R&R in Ethiopia.  I was able to visit Sarah and James Bauler whom I have know since Afghanistan and I was able to see some of the sites with my friend Dan.

Please pray for James, Sarah and Noah working for Samaritan's Purse in Ethiopia

• Pray for Wisdom as they work: James as the Country Director and Sarah working part time for SP and as a full time mother
• Pray that they would find/develop meaningful relationships with fellow believers
• Pray that the Lord would bless their work and that the gospel would be spread in Ethiopia
• Pray for the believers in Ethiopia, that they may be encouraged and blessed as they face many trials

Here are a few pictures of the sites.  I was able to go hiking for 5 days (in the Simien Mountains)and was able to see some of the famous rock hewn churches.  We hiked about 35 miles, up to 14,500 feet.  It was incredibly beautiful and really great to be able to get out in nature for a bit.  The nights were cold and usually wet but the days were fantastic.  I have tons of photos but will try and put up some interesting ones.  

I would encourage anyone who loves to travel to visit this amazing country at some point. Ethiopians are very hospitable, love good coffee (often served with popcorn) and are very friendly.  I hope to put more photos up later.