It wasn’t flashy, but it was holy. Led by the worship leader and his guitar, we sang out our praise to God. In our imperfections and brokenness we recognized God’s goodness and faithfulness. I looked at my neighbors and saw …
This year we celebrated New Year’s in Colombia. It was a little different than last year, when we were in sub-zero temperatures and celebrated with friends in the warmth of their home. This year we were trying to get cool …
What a change from last year! There’s no snow or fire in the fire place, and yet it definitely is beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Medellin. There is something so special about this time of the year …
A reflection from Julio
The road to peace in Colombia has been full obstacles. There has been so much violence. And many are unwilling to forgive and give people the chance to start new lives. We have lived in …
This month we had the privilege of hosting a team from Roseville Covenant Church who came to learn about the ways God is at work in Colombia. It was a special visit as Roseville Covenant was a church community for …
We’ve officially be in Colombia for a little over two months. Time is a funny thing. On one hand it feels like we’ve been back in Colombia for much longer than two months. We’ve settled into our house, the boys …
This past Friday we had the privilege of celebrating with Casa de Paz (Peace House) as it celebrates 11 years of ministry and service. Case de Paz is a home for boys, who come from at-risk, marginalized neighborhoods and who’s …
This month, as we’ve slowly been getting settled in and visiting different ministries and social projects, I’ve walked away with such an incredible appreciation for the women I’ve met and reconnected with. Women are being transformed in their relationship …
Last week there are so many images that come to mind when I think about highlights from the week. In another post I’ll share about my experience with an extraordinary group of women. For today I’ll share this picture, a …
It’s officially been two weeks! In some ways it seems longer than that and at other times it seems shorter. It’s strange to not have our weeks planned out yet (as we had this past year) and to just take …