Update 10/11/14 -We've Been Transplanted

Dear Prayer Warriors: 

We've Been Transplanted:

Cindy found these flowers the first week we arrived in Costa Rica. It's a good reminder that we and most of the people that surround us, have been transplanted temporarily into another culture. As with a newly transplanted flower, it may show some signs of stress from having it's root system tampered with. It may begin to droop, it may loose some flowers, and parts may even die. But with proper care and a little TLC, it won't take long before it's thriving and blooming again. Please pray for those of us that have been transplanted.

The Rainy Season is Here!
We are in the height of rainy season. We see the sun for a little bit in the morning but it's been raining every afternoon and into the evening. It rains WALLS of water! It's great for studying but not so great for line drying our clothes.



Language Study:
We are into our second month of language learning and we are learning and relearning so much. We have 2 hours of grammar classes, an hour of conversation and an hour of Phonics each day. We break for lunch and spend the afternoon on homework. Pray that our language learning will be an act of worship to the Lord and that He will bless every effort.



Our New Church: Iglesia Cristiana Misionera - El Lugar

Iglesia Cristiana Misionera

(Christian Missionary Church) The first Sunday we arrived, we heard Spanish hymns and praise songs from our terrace. We didn't have to look far, when we found our new church right at the end of the block. They use Powerpoint during Sunday School which makes comprehension so much easier and song books for praise and worship. It's a small mission-minded church and we are already building some relationships. Pray for us as we seek to encourage and serve our new church.

Monkeys at the BEACH!
Costa Rica celebrated their Independence Day on September 15, which gave us a day off from classes and an opportunity to visit the black sand beach of Doña Ana with a large group of classmates.

Encouraging Support:
OMS Member Care sends more than just Farkel support. There are 3 OMS families studying at ILE at this time. We are so thankful for a mission that cares about this time of learning. We were thrilled to have some one on one time with Kelly Chambers as well as some OMS family group time! Thank you OMS for sending us physical encouragement!! Praising God for our mission organization!

La Paz Waterfall Gardens:
The school offers tours to experience the culture and beauty of Costa Rica. Doug had the most beautiful toucan on his HEAD! We were up close and personal with so many varieties of butterflies, hummingbirds and frogs. The monkeys, cats and snakes were in cages! There were 4 very impressive waterfalls and over 1000 steps to climb to see them! We took so many amazing pictures but left the cord to our camera in the states. UGH!! Praising God for His amazing creativity in nature and animals.

Cindy Turned 50!
Her grammar teacher had a small party for her during class. Her language class (shown here) presented her with flowers and took a field trip to a local coffee shop to celebrate! Doug topped it off with a great dinner and chocolate cake! All celebrations aside ~ her 50 years boil down to God's incredible faithfulness in her life! Thank God for His daily interventions!

CONTACT US: 
Magic Jack - 217-784-2092
Costa Rica Mailing Address:
Douglas Tankersley Instituto de Lengua Espanola
Apartado 100-2350
San Jose, Costa Rica, America Central

Thank you in advance for giving!

Blessings to You!
Doug and Cindy