Just to recap, we came home in December on a combination of vacation time and medical. We thought that we'd be able to get whatever was going on with Josh's heart cleared up in the three weeks we allowed ourselves, and then make it back to Tallinn. However, the medical part of the trip ran long, like we mentioned in the last post. Actually it still isn't cleared up, though we pray he's getting closer to an answer. Obviously, we've long since run out of vacation time. When that happened we had to transfer into medical clearance to be home.
What we've found out is that usually when short term personnel have to go home for medical leave, they are given a month to get the situation cleared up and then asked to resign. The Board was really nice to Josh and I; they tried to let us get healthy and go back. However, since everything hasn't been fixed, we ran out of time. Monday they asked us to resign. Everything was done very graciously, and they are taking good care of us.
Obviously, we're very disappointed that we won't be going back to Estonia. We had every intention of returning and do feel that we left a certain amount unfinished. About a year ago, I wrote down our call to go and serve in Estonia. Now, I'm glad that I did; I'm also glad that Josh and I shared that with all of you. We're still every bit as certain that we did as we were led to do; the outcome doesn't change the calling. We both know that there is a larger plan at work for us and for the country of Estonia.
As a matter of fact, we still have teammates there serving. They are doing wonderful work: reaching the culture through the university, a book club, a couch surfing organization, a children's school, and other volunteer groups. So, even though we're no longer there, I'd ask you to keep praying for the people of Estonia. We're so excited about the possibilities.
Thanks so much for keeping up with us through the months. It was a hard stretch of time considering all of the health difficulties, but we're incredibly thankful for the experience and wouldn't trade it for anything.
Megan & Josh
Megan & Josh
Hey Meg and Josh. I just read the blog. I am so sorry that you guys are having to resign. I will definitly be praying for you guys as well as your teammates still in Estonia. Just remember that God still has a plan for you guys and that He is much bigger that anything we can do humanly. I hope this transition will not be too difficult. Will also be praying got Josh's medical stuff. Keep me updated. Love yall, Terri D.
ReplyDeleteMegan, I just read your blog post. So sorry to hear about everything. We will be praying for Josh's health and also for some clear direction for the future!
ReplyDeleteRemember Psalm 32:8 "The Lord says, "I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you."
Hey Megan and Josh--
ReplyDeleteThank you for your faithful service and your sweet spirit in a difficult time.
Never forget that the Lord God is firmly in control of your lives. Follow Him every minute, every hour, every day.
You are both so special to us. Please let us know if there is ever anything we can do for you.
Mike and Julie
Dear Josh and Megan,
ReplyDeleteI'm so thankful for your faithfulness and your service to the Lord and your love for him and the people of Estonia. Peter and I will be praying for you as you transition back to the States before you wanted to. And we'll be praying for Josh's health. Please keep in touch with us. If you want to receive our letters, write Peter at petesake@readmail.biz We are so thankful to have gotten to know you at training. We respect your commitment to the Lord.
Much love,
Jennie