Hene's thoughts after 2 weeks!!

HEY HEY HEY everyone! How are things going in the land of the long white cloud hmm?

Well!! Thought I would send a quick note to say that I arrived here safely (obviously!!) and have started straight into work at One-2-One!
My role so far is pretty different to what I expected and is already bringing many challenges. But the amazing thing is that God has bought me here for a purpose and I am SO excited about that, about his plan for me, for One-2-One, and for Cambodia! One-2-One's heart and vision for the lost is so obvious and I'm blessed to be apart of this ongoing mission.
My 5 and a bit months here are now seeming to be so short but I'm trying to make the most of my time here and pray that it is effective!
The plan at this point is for me to assist Sokea (Newest addition to One-2-One apart from me, she has been teaching children in churches and elsewhere for 10 years and im stoked to be working closely with her on our project!) in establishing connections and relationships with leaders of churches and orphanages all around Cambodia, to get along side those leaders with ideas, support and further training. Sokea is a really level-headed girl and has such a passion for sharing Jesus, we are really enjoying working together but would love your prayers for clarity and wisdom in all our preparations over the next few months!

We are also suporting various life group/bible studies 4 evenings per week. Im LOVING it! One is a group of 13 young girls living in a home recently set-up from Rainbow Bridge orphanage, another one is the dental and medical students at Khairos house (the home that is also our office and One-2-One's guesthouse), and the rest are University students. Not many of these kids are christian yet and it is such a priveledge to be able to join in teaching them about God, the christian faith, and the love that is available to them! Most of them have come from Buddhist familes and some feel they are still "inbetween religions". They are very open to hearing about Jesus however, and they are really earnestly wanting Him to reveal himself to them. It is amazing to hear their stories, and their questions. God is SO working in these groups and we are praying for them everyday that they will become stronger in their faith, that they will open up their hearts to God. Please join us in prayer for them also!

So what else??
Phnom Penh is still awesome I am glad to announce!!! Its been 4 years since I was here, and there are a few changes! Moto drivers having to wear helmets, needing a licence for driving (whats that about??? haha), more big ridiculous cars, more and more malls coming up, constant building going on, ATMs everywhere!!!! Its different but also the same crazy/laid-back chaos that I love!
I was so blessed to able to buy a moto last week from some NZ friends, it has been so handy getting around town on the old bomb, and not too many close calls so far! (Dont worry too much mum and dad!!)

Oh! One dumb thing though is that my helmet got stolen couple days ago... very easily done I can tell you! Busy market + millions of motos getting parked by the parking boys + white girl = stolen helmet! BUT its ok, i got a better one for cheaper! So hey its all gee!!! :)

I'm currently living with 2 lovely ladies, Colleen (adopted aunty) and Maria (Swedish friend from last time). They have been really awesome at making me feel at home and its great to be able to have somewhere fun and relaxed to go back to everyday! I have a real-life flushing toilet AND the most comfy bed ever!! God is good hey??

It has been so amazing meeting up with all my old friends again! Great fun speaking Khmer (local language) with them and meeting all their new husbands, kids and wives etc etc! (makes me realise how so much happens in just 4 years!!)

I will send another update in few weeks with some more details, photos, and adventures!!
Thankyou so much again to those of you who have decided to support me financially! I will really be needing some funds for rent and setting-up things etc, so just a reminder to those who havnt yet set yours up that you can email or facebook me for my account number (prob shouldnt put it on blog??)

Bless you all so much for your generosity!

God is so good!!!
Love Hannah