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Praying for you and your mum, Emma!

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Hi Emma, So wonderful to receive positive and blessed feedback from you. So reassuring that we have a God who sees, cares, protects and provides constantly. I love your sense of feeling God’s word in our bones. The power in God’s word infuses a deep intimacy in our relationship with Jesus that literally takes our breath away. As you continue to immerse yourself in learning the language, I pray rays of light, joy and humour diminish any fears and apprehension.

God bless you continually. Numbers 6:24-26

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Hi Emma,

'Our God is so big, so strong and so mighty, there's nothing our God cannot do'... I'm not sure how to say that in French, but that was a song that the children sang at Naracoorte Church the other week ... and just wanted to share it with you.

God is continuing to do great things in all corners of the world...may he continue to richly bless you as you remain dedicated in your language learning and obedience to the Holy Spirit's call.

Julie - LBC

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Bonjour Emma! We are in our Connect Group at St Jude's on a Friday evening (while our teens are at youth group) and we are thinking of you and praying for you. We have been studying Acts 13, and considering how we can support the spread of the gospel through those that go and those that send. We appreciate your updates and think of you when we meet, and will continue to pray for you!

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Karen, Stu, Sarah, Ben, Narelle, Violet, Jeremiah, Peter and a few in absentia

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Hi Emma! Just wanted to let you know that Monash Clayton CU is praying for you during our big Hub gatherings, and we're encouraged by the work you're doing in France 😊

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Great to hear that you are not just surviving but thriving and 'enjoying' (maybe that's too strong a word!) language learning and visits from past friends, new church connections and now music. Our God is certainly the provider and sustainer in all our life challenges. Lots of love.

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Hi Emma, Good to hear of the CMS gathering...what a joy! Loved the pic of the baguette holder on the trolleys. Great idea. Keep listening well and trying to speak. Lots of love xo

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Hi Emma, great to read your news. I'm with you with the language challenges, and I'm not learning anything near as complex as French! Praise God for church: praying its an ongoing encouragement as you get to know and be known by the people there.

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Dear Emma, you ARE making progress!! Just keep asking "lentement, s'il vous plaît "-it helps so much. Blessings and prayers upon you!! ❤️😘🙏❤️😘

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Hi Emma, Thinking of you and praying for you.

Love that you have followed Jesus all the way to France! Prayers that He will bring you and those around you closer to Him.

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I love the baguette pocket on the side of everyone's shopping wheelie. Very French!

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Thanks for this wonderful update Emma. Great hearing your reflections on what it means to understand the gospel in light of language learning, I'd not thought of it like that before! Really hope being involved in church music brings you joy. Yay for music transcending language barriers! It sounds like you've found a great wee church to be a part of :).

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I love and am thanking God for: baguettes in umbrella pockets; your time with CMS Europe 'family' and with friends; your church 'family' wanting to help you improve your French; your ability to be part of the music team at church; and people who speak slowly and use their hands to convey meaning. Praying that each day you will continue to have things to thank God for and that he continues to help you in all the ways you need. :-)

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Dear Emma,

As you begin a new month in your new endeavours, may our Lord continue to richly bless you as your grow in His love and for the people of France (Massy, at this point in time) .

I hope you are adapting to the weather

Continued prayers for you as you serve our Lord and King.

Love and regards,

Julie (LBC) .

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Hey Emma, so good to hear already bumped into some friendly faces and starting to make a little bit of a community through your classes! Just got back from some travels myself and was reminded about the constant state of 'unrest' and decision making involved within the joys of seeing more of God's creation - praying that you might be finding rest and peace amidst all the 'new' in this special part of the world.

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Hey Em,

So thankful to see things have started well for you. Praying for your mouth to make those French sounds and for relationships to deepen as your language progresses.

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So glad you have settled in and have made some friends. Also good that you are out and about practicing your language skills. While it might be a little cold in Paris we are going through a bit of a heat wave and of course school has just started back.

Praying that God continues to be close to you and gives your perserverance in learning the language.

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Dear Emma,

So encouraging to read ( and see) of all that is happening in Massy.

Such a wonderful blessing to have specific prayer points to pray for.

May your 1st day of February be a rich blessing to you as you are soaked in the prayers of many, as you continue in your Christ centred identity.

Love and blessings,

From your friends at LBC,

Kind regards, Julie 😊

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Hi Emma

I'm glad to add a message to you. I'm a retired ESL teacher and know from experience that the best learners of English were not afraid to make mistakes, would experiment with new vocab and were courageous in 'having a go'. So I hope you become an adventurous learner of French and enjoy the process of learning. Praying that God gives you good ears to hear sounds well and a gymnastic tongue and throat to be able to pronounce French sounds accurately. Read your French Bible aloud to yourself to hear God's word and be nourished.

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So wonderful to hear about your life and studies dear Emma. Congratulations for already being able to order food in a shop and understand and respond to the person serving you! Way beyond my ability in French…

I’m about to finish my time away with the family, living perched in a house above the Great Ocean Road with an amazing view - just back from an enjoying an iced chocolate in Apollo Bay with most of the family.

May God give you good retention of vocab and pronunciation - and may your mouth, lips & throat cooperate with ease and growing skill.

Blessings and love Ruth

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Praise God for your safe arrival in France! Will be praying particularly for language learning, as well as good Christian friendships with other people you are living with.

You couldn't be in a safer place than the arms of Jesus (:

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Fascinating detaila about Les Cedres and the surrounding area. The soup looks great. Keep up the language learning! God bless.

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Hey Em! Praise God! Thanks for sharing your updates. I'm glad you made it to France without too much trouble.

SO COOL to order food in another language!! Praying for you

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Hi Emma, thanks for your update and for all the news.

Congratulations on mastering the bakery ordering!

Praying for all that you mentioned.

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I'm so glad you made it safely to France, Emma!! Love seeing all the photos and things you're getting to do there. I'll be praying for your language learning :))

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Glad you made it safely!! Will be praying for you 💚💚💚

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Well done Emma

Ordering anything in French us a bonus especially if the assistant acknowledges you in conversation

Praying for the Lord to release your tongue and give you great recall and fluency

Think if the sounds as music may help

Au revoir

Love

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Thanks Emma for the update. Praying! Glad you could order a croissant in French as a win to celebrate your early progress in the language. Also a good reminder that ‘behind the scenes’ ministry at church is super valuable - even the ministry of attendance! God bless

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Thanks for a fantastic update Emma. So good to see what's happening with different parts of life. Great to hear that the are encouragements with the French too.

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Have enjoyed reading your update and praying for you while on holidays in Tasmania. Thankful for your hiking pack, clothes and accessories which you so generously lent me. They have been well utilised! Looking forward to catching up soon. Love and prayers, Alice 💜

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Emma,

You've been on my mind and in my prayers alot over this transition time in particular. I'm so glad to hear that your spirits are high, and that thus far language school is going well.

I know how much joy you'll be bringing to your classmates as you learn. You've got this!! 🩷

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Dearest Emma,

My thoughts and prayers and Nehemiah 8:10 - the joy of the Lord is your strength (& song)!

Enjoy the unknown, the challenges, overwhelming blessings and promises in the days ahead.

Much love, Ros ❤️🙏

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Welcome to Paris my dear Emma! May you find, even in the hustle of the early days, flashes and flares of light and love to remind you of God's presence and faithfulness. Praise God that He is the same the world over! May you eat some good meals and swiftly make some good friends <3

Much love!

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Thinking of you Emma! Praying for warm welcomes.

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What a change from hot Melbourne to cold Paris. Another wonderful city in God's amazing world. Enjoy! God bless

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It's New Year's Eve, and I'm praying for your final 24 hours in Melbourne and your first days and weeks in Paris. Praying that God will sustain you in all the change and give you moments of Parisian joy amidst all the other emotions that come with such a big move. Love and prayers,

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Bienvenue en France. To the pleasure of transfers through Montparnasse. To short days that will lengthen rapidly. To cold days and warm houses. To the challenge and delight of language learning. To the privilege and joy of working here with God’s family and for a France that knows Jesus.

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Congratulations on arriving in France - and how amazing to do so knowing you have so much prayer and financial support behind you! It's a joy to read the messages of support here and know that there are so many brothers and sisters who are partnering with you and our Great God as you work to understand the culture and language of the the people he's given you to serve. May the next few months be a time of rich blessing, deep learning, and a sure and constant experience of the grace of the Lord Jesus, the love of God our Father, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit!

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Welcome to France Em. When it all feels overwhelming go find a patisserie and a hot chocolate.

Praying that you settle well and that you find your support networks fast. XOXOX

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You've arrived in France but your next chapter just beginning! How exciting and yet challenging. But our God goes before you, will be with you every step AND already there too. I hope you enjoy some fresh 'pain au chocolat' on a daily basis; or at least frequently! Go well and will look forward to praying with you.

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"If I rise on the wings of the dawn, if I settle on the far side of the sea, even there your hand will guide me, your right hand will hold me fast."

I reckon this counts for the wings of the plane too! :) Soyez la bienvenue. Que Dieu te bénisse et te protège.

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Welcome to France! Praying for good learning and being able to stay in your "growth zone". ❤️

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You made it! What a long trip, and how much longer spent preparing - but you are finally here!

Praying that you get to see and experience many beautiful things while you are in Paris and that they will enrich your learning, bring you joy and help you to praise God. Praying for friends to learn with, a church to worship with, a routine to settle into and ways to stay connected with people back home that work for you amongst all the other new things!

Go well!

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You’ve made it to France 🎉 I praise God for the years that he’s been preparing you for this time and the way he will continue to guide, comfort, grow and use you in the years to come

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Welcome to Paris Emma! Thanking God for your persistence to His call and all that has taken place for you to get here. Have some baguettes on us! (The best bread in the world).

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Soyez le bienvenue !! Welcome!!

Continuing to pray as you get your bearings and ski up that steep learning curve! Persistence - slow and steady - wins the day. Love Maggie xx

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Emma! Finally you are here to #freethemare! Wishing you good friends, flashcards and food as you settle in to your new home and learn the language. Praying for you and thanking God for your encouragement throughout our friendship though you may be geographically far

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Welcome to France! ...your long awaited (stepping - stone) destination.

May our Lord richly bless this time of arrival and settling in.

Praying for the establishment of new friends and close connections as you commence language school.

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This chilly winter will feel a little lighter with your gold here. Praying for all of what's coming at you in these final two weeks and especially the first couple of weeks in Paris.

Can't wait to see ya somewhere between Madrid and Paris!

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Welcome to France, Emma! We trust that you settle into language learning quickly and begin to be able to make simple conversations, whilst buying baguettes and cheese!

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Bienvenue en France Emma!!

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Bon Voyage Emma! God has already gone before you and has people for you to meet, new friends to connect with and delights to enjoy with Him. It's going to be so wonderful!

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Hi Emma!