Life Changes

We would like to share with you some upcoming changes in our lives. As most of you probably know, Stull Woodworks, Jordan’s family’s business, was destroyed by a fire on October 27. 

We’re very thankful that Jordan was able to go home the very next day for two weeks to help with the immediate aftermath and decisions that needed to be made. Jordan had a very good and meaningful time in Ohio and found it difficult to leave. Back on the ship he couldn’t shake the feeling that he needs to be at home and desires deeply to be part of the rebuild of Stull Woodworks. In the weeks following Jordan’s return to the ship, we began to feel that God was also saying that it was time to go home. After much thought, much prayer, and seeking the advice of our bosses, friends and family, we felt like God was indeed saying that the Mercy Ships season of our lives is coming to a close.

This means that we have decided to leave the Africa Mercy and move back to Ohio in February 2017, 7 months earlier than we were originally planning to move home. Ironically, we had published a blog post just a few hours before the fire happened about how excited we were about this year on the ship. We were looking forward to the Benin field service and having the next 9 months on this ship. It seems like God had other plans though. We feel tremendous peace about this decision and while it’s going to be very difficult to leave this incredible community and all of our friendships, we are also very excited for the next season that God is opening for us.

In conclusion, we want to as sincerely as we can express to you our gratitude for the last 3 years. Whether you've been on the ship with us or on land, thank you for caring about us, praying for us, supporting us, and being family to us! 

Serving together,

Jordan and Katie Stull