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Author Archives: Joel & Kim

About Joel & Kim

We were married in May 2002 and have known for years now that we wanted to be missionaries, Kim since she was 10 years old and Joel since college. God has brought our lives together to serve Him in any aspect we can. God has given us the vision to start a home for at risk children and a medical clinic in Ecuador, South America. This blog gives you a look into our lives and dreams. We know that we are simple people and often feel like Moses making excuses why others would be better equipped for His purpose. However, we cling to the promises that God has given us and we know that if God has called us, He will also equip us. Happy reading!

Simeon turns 3!!!

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Joel & Kim

Simeon turned 3 yesterday and we celebrated in a way that he would love: Chuck E. Cheese.  He loves his family, pizza and arcades so we were able to combine everything he loves in one place.  It was nice to …

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Thank You Hope Covenant Church!

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Joel & Kim

We just want to say a big THANK-YOU to Hope Covenant Church in Indianapolis.  It was a real pleasure to be with them yesterday at their service, have the opportunity to share and be prayed for during the service and …

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Hope Covenant, here we come!!!

Posted on February 26, 2013 by Joel & Kim

On Saturday, after celebrating Simeon’s birthday with friends and family at Chuck E. Cheese (Simeon is going to love it!), we will be traveling down to Indianapolis, IN to speak at Hope Covenant Church on Sunday.  This is an exciting …

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A Lenten Reflection from Joel

Posted on February 26, 2013 by Joel & Kim

Lent is a season of soul-searching, repentance and reflection.  It is a season for contemplation and taking stock.  Lent originated in the earliest days of the Christian Church as a preparatory time for Easter, when the faithful rededicated themselves and …

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Quick Updates

Posted on February 23, 2013 by Joel & Kim

Here are some quick updates that you can read through to find out what is new with us:

  • We are up to 48% in support (Yeah!!!) and have setup some more church visits but there’s still a long way to
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Updated Calendar

Posted on February 23, 2013 by Joel & Kim
  • March 3: Hope Covenant Church, Indianapolis, IN
  • March 15: Interviews with the Department of Ordered Ministry for Ordination and Licensing, Chicago, IL
  • March 30: Northwest Covenant Church for Men’s Lenten Breakfast, Mt. Prospect, IL
  • April 7:
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Worlds Apart

Posted on February 23, 2013 by Joel & Kim

I have thought for quite a while about this blog and each time I sit down to write it, I forget what I want to say.  I knew once I remembered the title I had in my head for this …

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Thank You North Park Covenant!

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Joel & Kim

 

We had the pleasure of being with the good folks of North Park Covenant Church in Machesney Park, IL (just outside of Rockford) yesterday (February 10th).  They gave us the opportunity to share our story and vision for Ecuador …

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Updated Calendar

Posted on February 7, 2013 by Joel & Kim
  • February 10: North Park Covenant Church, Machesney Park, IL
  • March 3: Hope Covenant Church, Indianapolis, IN
  • March 15: Interviews with the Department of Ordered Ministry for Ordination and Licensing, Chicago, IL
  • March 30: Northwest Covenant Church
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Off to Midwinter

Posted on February 3, 2013 by Joel & Kim

Joel will be leaving for San Diego, California tomorrow (the 4th) for the Annual Covenant Pastors Conference which is called Midwinter.  Midwinter is a time when Covenant pastors, missionaries and chaplains come together to learn, worship and fellowship.  This conference …

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