Hi friends and Family!
I am so happy to inform you all that I will be spending the next chapter of my life in Urbino, Italy, serving God.
Urbino is a walled city in the northern central part of Italy. It was built in the 15th century and is home to around 15,000 people, with a majority of those being university students. Unfortunately Urbino has no Protestant churches or places for the students in the university to share and learn with others about God. The Catholic church is the most present in the city, but it doesn't give youth a chance to fully see what life with God is like or the resources to do that. The mission is to turn a restaurant that is located in the heart of the city into a cafe where students can relax, have fun, and learn about God.
I will be there with the Dalton family, who have been serving in Italy for ten years. They have worked with YWAM students in Trentino and have done work in Geneva. They are now being called to Urbino. The cafe will serve coffee drinks and pastries, along with American dishes and family meals that will be served during certain times and for low prices to bring in the student presence. As many of you know, I love cooking and baking, and it has been a passion of mine for a while, so when this opportunity came up, I was very excited.
The Daltons have been forming a team of students and adults from all over the world. Jobs have not been assigned, but I will most likely be serving in the kitchen, cooking and baking, as well as helping build a christian community with nights of worship, bible studies and helping facilitate community gatherings.
I will be leaving early June -July to help start up the cafe and get training, as well as moving in and getting my visa. I am dedicated to spending a year in Urbino, so I would greatly appreciate any support, whether that be prayer or helping me fundraise.
I need to reach a total of $6,000 by July 1st, so anything is appreciated!! I am so thankful for this opportunity I have been given by the Dalton family and God, and I would love to share more with anyone who is interested in hearing.
Here is an estimated price breakdown for those wondering:
• Visa and expenses to obtain - $500
• Travel - $1000
• Living expenses - $4000
Thank you for your prayers and support!
Isabelle