Hi Everyone!
We are getting closer & closer to THE day. My squad, M Squad, will be leaving on Thursday August 12th for ROMANIA!!! As I have spent the past few weeks preparing for launch, God has moved in BIG WAYS (as He tends to do). Check out what He’s been up to in my life:
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Send Off Parties:
God’s biggest blessing in my life is my support system; they make this crazy rollercoaster of life fun! During the past two weeks, I rode such a big emotional rollercoaster. However, my community stepped up and pulled me away from my packing to make sure I had fun my last few days stateside.
My friends & family are so good to me! I felt so loved!
Parent Launch in Atlanta:
Adventure in Missions hosted a Parent Launch at a hotel in Atlanta and my parents LOVED it! They were so happy spending time meeting other parents, our AMAZING leadership team, my squadmates, and previous World Race Parents. 10/10 recommend participating in parent launch to help comfort any uneasiness!
My parents & me. How cute are they?!
LAUNCH:
Originally I thought this would be the day we…well…launched. Peaced out. Left the country. Boy was I wrong! My squad along with two other squads (Shout out K & L Squads…WOOP!) are in our second leg of training. We have worshiped together, listened to dynamic speakers, eaten incredible food, and continued to grow in our relationship with the Lord. Favorite part so far: We have had a scheduled Sabbath. That’s right…I am currently writing this on the tail of a day of meaningful rest. How cool is that?!?
MSquad
And last but not least…
I am FULLY FUNDED!
To give a little background, the title of this blog was what I would see everytime I received a donation. I am completely overwhelmed by the generosity that God has shown through y’all. That’s right you. Even though you won’t be living out of a backpack for a year and moving countries every 30 days, you are still going on missions. You, my donors, have given so much more than monetary donations. In December 2020, when I was chosen to go on this trip, I looked at the fundraising amount and my first thought was…”No way…how in the heck am I going to do this?” The answer is: I didn’t. God showed up ABUNDANTLY through my generous donors. I cannot thank you enough for supporting me through this journey.
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I said it before and I’ll keep saying it…GOD IS GOOD! I am so excited to continue showing y’all how He is moving across the world!
Please pray for unity, patience, peace, & strength. Comment below & please let me know what you would like to see in any upcoming blogs!!
Peace & Blessings,
Claran
Thank you. I hope you have an amazing journey. I am proud of you! I love you!!!
Enjoy the journey. I cannot wait to hear about what God has in store. Know that I love you and will be praying for you.
Caroline
God bless you and your journey! You are such an dynamic person and God is and will continue to use you to further His work. Prayers for you and the team throughout this next year and beyond??
Yay Claran. Fully Funded! God is so good and you obviously have a marvelous support system who support you emotionally and fiscally. You are blessed girl!
Thank you so much for all your support! You were such a big help doing that last errand for me ??
I love you so much & I am blessed to have you in my life!!
Thank you so much Debbie!!
The prayers are felt & received!
I am far blessed beyond my wildest comprehension…God is SO GOOD!
Thank you & Chris for prayers and support and out of this world coaching!! I love you!!
Daddy, I am so proud of YOU! Thank you for your support & your love. I love you and I miss you!
Claran!! Love you and so proud of you! Praise the Lord for fully finding your trip! ?? Can’t wait to hear all about the countries you visit and the lives you change!!!
I am so very proud of you sweetheart and so are countless others. I love you with all my heart. May God guide, protect, and strengthen you each day throughout your journey. Blessings to all you touch through the works you will give.
Please take lots of pictures for us to share with the church. We love you, Mama
Thank you so much Joy!! I love you so much & I can feel the Holy Spirit moving already! Miss you, Love you, & I appreciate your continued support!!
Thanks MAMA!!
I love you so much & I will take LOTS of pictures!!
Yes & Amen, Ms. Kathy!!!
Thank you so much for the prayers…they are felt & received!!
I am so grateful for your support!
Thank you so much Janie! I get teary eyed everytime I see a message from our group! I so appreciate your support & I’m excited to share my journey with you!
I was just sitting here thinking about you and praying for your peace of mind and direction and low and behold a posting popped up from you. You know God is in the little details as well as the large miracles! I want you to know that your card is by my desk top so that every time I sit at the computer I remember you in prayer. It is hard for me to wrap my mind around the incredible opportunity you have in front of you. You are truly living the great commission and I am in awe of your courage and faith. May God give back to you ten fold what you give to others.
Best wishes Claran!!! I am so excited to hear all about your adventure! We will miss you in the mean time but I know you are on the journey of a lifetime!
With love,
Janie & your home team