A Homecoming and a Mission: We're Headed to England

In the coming days, our family will be loading up the car and beginning the roadtrip from Romania to England! It’s a trip we’ve traveled before and one that always brings both gratitude and dependence.

England is Mark’s country of origin, and each return visit is both personal and purposeful. While there, we’ll be reconnecting with family, visiting churches, and sharing the heart of Maria Naomi with new potential supporters.

This trip is both a homecoming and a mission.

We’d be so grateful for your prayers as we go:
🙏 For God’s protection and strength during the long journey
🙏 For financial provision along the way
🙏 For divine appointments with those who might join us in this work

Back in Romania, the ministry continues, but it has not been without challenge.

As you may know, the workshop has slowed over the past few months due to economic strain. Many in our community are struggling, and we’re feeling the weight of uncertainty. We believe the Lord is leading us into something new, but we’re still listening, waiting, and discerning what that looks like.

Even so, our hope remains steady. After we return from England, we plan to host several summer outings for women and children—simple, meaningful gatherings that offer rest, fellowship, and encouragement. Transport remains one of our greatest challenges in making this possible.

We are trusting the Lord to provide.
Would you prayerfully consider supporting our mission in this crucial moment?

Your gift today will help us:

  • Sustain Maria Naomi while we are on the road

  • Launch summer outreach upon our return

Thank you for walking with us. Your prayers and partnership truly make this ministry possible.

We’re filled with hope for what’s ahead.

With your prayers and partnership, we step into this next chapter with joy!

Florina Darvell

Florina Darvell has been a missionary to Southern Romania since 1999. She is President of Maria Naomi, spearheading initiatives that enhance economic opportunities for local villages in the region of Southern Romania where she serves. In addition, Florina leads Maria Naomi’s clothing label, Melissa's Natural Fabrics, an extension that supports the organization's outreach efforts through artisan-made goods. Alongside her husband, Mark, and their two sons, David and Ruben, she has been serving the Lord, aiming to demonstrate God's love through faith in action.

https://marianaomi.org
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