A Season of Growth – in the Midst Café Update

Thank you so much to those who have been praying and to the many of you who reached out with a word of excitement or encouragement regarding the café ministry. God continues to bless this new chapter of ministry! Our relationship with the owners, Zane and Ning, has deepened, and they’ve entrusted us with more day-to-day operations and larger decisions. Sales have grown, and the café has become a vibrant hub for the Grace International School community, local families, and even those outside of the community who come to use other facilities on the property—fitness center, pool, and spa. We’ve been encouraged to see new friendships forming across cultures and faith backgrounds, often over a simple cup of coffee.

Traci has made every effort to make the café a warm and inviting space and to get to know the regular patrons. Last month, she befriended a young Muslim man from Morocco who was here just for the month to volunteer as an English teacher at a local Thai school. After a few conversations, she invited him to join us for our Friday Sabbath meal. He came to our house for dinner, and through the sharing of our Sabbath liturgy, he was exposed to a clear Gospel story from creation till Jesus’ return! He seemed to really take an interest in the liturgy and our family, and also joined Nick for soccer a few days later. We are trying to maximize even these brief encounters, and are specifically praying that seeds of truth have been planted in this young man’s life. Each week brings fresh opportunities like this to listen, pray, and share Christ’s love in natural, unforced ways. It’s been amazing to see how something as ordinary as a café can create such an extraordinary space for ministry and connection.

The café remains a safe after-school gathering place for students and a welcoming space for conversation and connection. We’re also thankful for new relationships with local vendors and artisans, which open doors to more profound community impact and shared trust.

The Lord’s Faithfulness Within Our Family

We’re overjoyed to share that both Moriah and Wren have now accepted Christ! We’re incredibly proud of them for making this decision when they were ready, and we’re discussing baptism plans during our family trip to the U.S. this summer—Grey will join in as he gave his life to Christ back in January. With this, all four of our children have made a personal commitment to follow Jesus, and we’re deeply grateful for God’s faithfulness in their lives.

We continue to marvel at how the Lord is using this small café—and our family—as a place of connection, discipleship, and hope. Thank you for praying with us as we seek to make His presence known in the midst of it all.

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