Did you ever wish you could take back something you said? In my case there was a split second when I wished I could take back something I had just written. I had been working on an article yesterday morning, …
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And we’re off…
I must admit that the start of a new year is always a bit nerve-wracking for me (Katie). I always wonder what the new year will hold, what objectives will be met, what new things will be learned, how we’ll …
Looking forward, planning together
It was back in 1997/1998 when a group of young Colombians from the Covenant churches began to dream, plan, and organize a national youth ministry team. Julio was a part of the organization in its early years and was able …
Christmas in Medellin
Medellin is a fabulous place to celebrate Christmas. One of the highlights of the Christmas season is seeing the lights that go along the river. Every year they start putting them up in about August and they are beautiful. This …
Celebrating Christmas
One of the highlights of our year last year, which we decided to repeat this year, was a cafe concierto (think coffee house concert) with singer song-writer Santiago Benavides. It was one of the ways to celebrate another year together …
A challenge
Some people may ask, why have you chosen to serve in Colombia?
- This week a young woman who is in our small group approached me, Katie, and asked for prayer as she is struggling with her faith in the midst
United in God’s mission
God’s word makes it clear that the mission begins with God and we are invited to join in on God’s mission (Matthew 28:19-20). The Covenant Church has been serving in Colombia since 1968. It is incredible to see the dedication …
What unity looks like
Deep conversations, encouraging words, prayers on behalf of others, laughing until it hurts, beautiful creation, serving others, using our gifts – the church at it’s best. This was my experience recently at our regional retreat for children’s ministry volunteers and …
Thankful
We hope you have received our latest update eNewsletter. In it we include some of the reasons we are thankful this month. God is good! Even amidst challenges, we are grateful for the opportunity to serve in Colombia.
Here are …
Progress is being made
Pastor Luis has been so diligently working on the construction of the Family Restoration Ministry Center in Monteria. Praise God for this church that takes seriously the call to be present in their community and be a positive impact. This …