BIG UPDATES!!

HELLO HELLO!!

WOW it has been a minute since I jumped on here, so I have some BIG updates to share with all of you in regards to everything world race before I head out! 

First, I started a PODCAST. Yes, you read that correctly. Chasing Heaven Podcast is out!! This is something that I felt led to do as I was asking the Lord how I could partner with him in the big dreams that he has for me. Most people know that I do not love talking, so this is an opportunity of growth and seeking out the uncomfortable in order for the Lord to begin using my voice. I could not be more excited and have had a lot of fun with the first two episodes. This will be my main source of communication for the next 11 months. ALSO remember they are unedited and about whatever is on my mind. I am not a professional at all. Here is the link or you can type “Chasing Heaven Podcast Jackie Mahowald” into your Spotify search and it should pop up!!

   https://open.spotify.com/show/1LmL1odxlKYbD3mNOCTy1H

There is an episode all about training camp, so I will spare the details here. All you need to know for now is there was a lot of freedom and joy and laughs and Jesus!!

AND I got my team at training camp!

Meet team PINKY PROMISE!!

Addie, Kendell, Claire, Cassady, and Sarah Katherine. The most loving, genuine, joyful people that I get to spend the first 4 ish months with!! God is so kind! I am sure there will be a podcast soon with the team and I will let them introduce themselves to you guys!! For now, just enjoy the pictures (my fav is the porta potty one).

I get to see these people and the rest of my squad in TWO DAYS because launch is on FRIDAY!! The long awaited date that has been on our calendars and minds and prayers. Launch takes place in Gainesville, Georgia from August 6th – August 12th. This is a time of more preparation and teaching in regards to life on mission, cultures, our roles, team things, and more. If you were to ask any of us about what we are feeling right about now, I think we would all say that it still does not feel real. August 12th is when we fly out to Costa Rica!

And last but not least, I AM FULLY FUNDED. I am still trying to comprehend the fact that three months ago I was saying yes, all in to where the Lord was leading with no idea how I would fundraise all that money, and now the Lord has provided all the funds. I am blown away by those of you who have supported, who have given God your yes by stewarding your resources and being obedient to where he has called you to give! One of my quiet prayers was to be fully funded before I left and I kept hearing the Lord say wait. Now, here I am, two days before launch, undone and in awe of the Lord and the ways he works in and around us all the time. He is so faithful. 

I am going into launch encouraged, stretched, and a laid down lover of the one who has made this all possible. I have seen over and over in this season of preparation how faithful and good God is. And the coolest part, he only continues to get better! 

Catch ya soon!!