I have been reminded lately that not everyone lives like me. Not everyone has a happy childhood with loving parents. Not everyone has enough money to buy food to feed their family everyday. Not everyone lives in a house that …
On July 4th we got together with some other friends, co-workers and the team that was here from California and celebrated in style. We had a wonderful bbq complete with chicken, ribs, steak and hot dogs. I contributed the dessert …
One of the major areas of need here in Colombia is helping, coaching, enabling people who want to begin micro businesses. We have seen too many people who are unable to find work, too many people who struggle daily to …
It has been pretty busy around here to say the least! I’m not ready to face the fact that June is almost over and July is just around the corner. Here is a bit of what we’ve been up to …
These past two weeks we’ve had some much needed family time and an added bonus is that my parents were here to share it with us. It’s easy to get caught up in meetings, ministry, the daily grind and we’ve …
This weekend I had the privilege of traveling to the coast of Colombia, to the city of Barranquilla. (Pictures posted here). I traveled with a friend and fellow missionary, Holly, and we stayed with another short-term missionary …
One of the things that brings the most joy as we serve in Colombia is having individuals and groups visit from the U.S.A. We love the opportunity to show off this great country and to serve as a bridge …
One of the greatest joys serving here in Colombia is being a part of a team. We are thankful for how the Colombians have received us and for the blessing it is to work alongside of them. We have learned …
Colombia is a country of contrasts. Medellin is a city of contrasts. We are currently in rainy season, which means it can go from hot and sunny to cold and rainy in a matter of minutes. Contrast is also seen …
Julio is extremely proud of where he’s come from. He will always be a country/small town boy at heart. He loved growing up in the heat and spending the days working alongside his parents on the farm and taking …