Now-May 2010 Study Russian language at Novosibirsk State University
June 1-8, 2009 Trip to Tuva
August 2009 One-month summer break from language classes
August 7-9, 2009 Assist with Tuvan Christian Music Festival
October 2009 Take the TRKE-1 exam
January 2010 Continue studying Russian, but with less hours and start learning Tuvan language
Summer 2010 Extended trip with Tuva.
Fall/Winter 2010 Return to the US for furlough.
Winter/Spring 2011 Return to Russia
2011-2013 Full-time ministry focus in Tuva
Summer 2012 Be prepared to suppot a church team interested in partnering with Tuvan church.
Having a plan is important!  If we know where we would like to be in five years, it helps us plan how best to use our time right now.  Of course, these plans are never set in stone.  Especially in Russia, we know we need to stay flexible because circumstances are always changing. 
Five-Year Plan
Our Russian Visa Options
Our 2009 Goals