Caleb and I just got to spend an entire day helping out at STC! We braved the long day away from our normal routine in order to give the secretary a break, and also to be a part of a safety seminar that the STC staff are going through. Most of the day was spent in the classroom for Tyler and the other staff, learning about emotional and mental safety for flying and living on the mission field. The information was also helpful for me, what little I was able to sit in on! There are so many ways that we need to prepare ourselves for that kind of service. Often in every situation and relationship on the mission field, emotions, stress, challenges, trails, etc... are heightened. For this reason we have to be even more prepared, especially our pilots, to have control over our minds and emotions to be able to deal safely with our situations and relationships. The number one relationship with Christ has to be our priority to be able continue to serve others and not burn out. We praise God that He is the one that gives us the strength and wisdom to deal with all this when the time comes! Caleb enjoyed crawling the long halls of STC, rolling and chasing after his ball, while I answered phones, played with him, and listened to some of the classes. We are so grateful to be a part of the ministry and training that STC is offering to missionary pilots and mechanics. The men being trained here are already using these new tools where they are at overseas. I am so thankful to have observed some of the things that they do here at STC! Although I will say...Caleb and I are BOTH ready to return to our normal routine at home tomorrow. Whew!
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