We’re excited to visit with as many of our friends, family members, and our church family as possible while we’re visiting the states! We’ll be updating our schedule here as new Gatherings are scheduled so keep an eye out and we’ll keep you updated! Tulsa August 28, 6:30 p.m. — A Gathering* at Joel & …
Needs all around
One of the challenges we face as we minister to the people around us is knowing how to respond to the many needs we see every day. There are women begging in the market, sick people in need of care, children who can’t attend school because of the financial burden, a neighbor who was in …
And you clothed me…
You never know what you’ll run into in the streets of Chichicastenango. Just a few weeks ago, I (Michael) was driving home and I saw a young man sitting on a street corner near the local fire station. This isn’t all that unusual except that this man had no socks and no pants. I assumed …
Q&A
A recent missionary intern at ASELSI asked us some questions about missionary life for new missionaries. I thought I’d share our answers… Q. How did you know you wanted to be missionaries? A. We’ve both had a desire to be part of fulfilling the Great Commission since we were kids. Chrisi remembers telling her friends …
How much do people make in Guatemala
As we move around Guatemala, we see a variety of life. There are people here who work so hard to make a living and there are people who have life made because of the position they have made for themselves or that their families were able to give them. Here are some of the wages …
Finding the right directions
Michael and I are doing great here in Guatemala! We love the people and are so excited about the doors God is opening for us to share the Gospel! Today, when walking around looking for a bookstore, a Guatemalan man heard us speaking English and saw the map in Michael’s hand and probably the confused …
On the ground in Guatemala!
Our 737 jet swept over mountain slopes and ducked into the clouds over Guatemala City as we caught glimpses of volcanoes and green ridges through spots in the white clouds that raced eastward on the wind. Seven hours ago we left the snowy fields of Michigan and were now landing in the warm 66-degree sunshine …
Miguel’s Story: Physical need leads to spiritual hope
Miguel was two when his mother first brought him to the clinic. His severely clubbed foot and eye problems made life very difficult for this growing boy, but that first visit in 2002 began a life changing relationship for both Miguel and his family. Over a matter of four years, Miguel underwent care for his …
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Incorporation…
We just incorporated as Reach World Mission, Inc. We will be pursuing 501(c)3 status as we continue to finish preparations for our move to Guatemala. Thanks to family and friends who are encouraging and praying for us!
We’re going to have a baby!
Yes! We’re due to have a baby in Guatemala about May 15th. We’re very excited and learning all we can about having a baby in Guatemala! We see this news as a blessing to our family and to the ministry because of the potential this gives for more genuine interactions with people Here’s a nice …
