Every year, Grace Ministries hosts our Annual Cake Auction to raise funds for children and families in need. I sometimes wonder if people quietly ask themselves, “Does my donation really make a difference?” God continues to answer that question for me over and over again. A shy, reserved teenage girl—I’ll call her K—walked up … More It’s Just a Cake Auction…Right?
Every year, the Music Expo is one of the highlights of our calendar. For three exciting nights, Christian artists fill the stage with music, worship, and encouragement. It’s such a popular event that we have to purchase our tickets an entire year in advance! This year brought us a wonderful challenge—our youth group has nearly … More A Weekend of Memories!
K walked into English class on a Saturday morning and sat in the back row. She started coming to our school a couple of years ago along with her younger brother. She is a shy girl who is always very respectful. She is beautiful and introverted. I have never really seen her smile much, but … More Happy K!
“You need to hit it out of the park with the first graduating class.” Those were the words spoken to me years ago. They have replayed in my mind ever since. No pressure at all. A few years later, I sat down with the director of an elite school in Guatemala and asked a simple … More The Results!
“I am about to give you an attitude adjustment!”“You are getting too big for your britches!”“I am going to bring you down a few notches!” Oh those words… you either heard them from your parents or you have said them as a parent. I needed these words as a child and I need these words … More Attitude Adjustment
I entered the church gym expecting a simple time of fellowship. People were scattered around the room talking and laughing, and enjoying the company of others. But as I looked around, a wall covered in pictures caught my attention. At first glance, I recognized a few of the faces, so I walked closer to take … More Intentional Prayer
If you have come to Grace Mountain this year, then you have probably seen the construction of the church! My dad tells me that people frequently ask him about the progress, and honestly, I am not always great at giving updates. But yes — we are seeing progress! There are lots of blocks, rebar, and … More How is the Church?
We are so grateful for the many relationships built over the past 25 years through Grace Ministries. Dr. Mike and Dottie Clark, founders of Casa Aleluya, have been dear friends to our family and ministry for more than 20 years. In the early days, we spent countless days serving at Casa Aleluya whether helping with … More Thank You Mike & Dottie Clark!
This week is always a busy and meaningful time as we focus on the true message of Easter with both our church community and the students at the school. Last Friday, the youth group traveled into the city to watch an Easter drama. Of course, we made a stop at Pizza Hut on the way! … More Easter Week!
Written by Amy, Grace Ministries Intern Throughout Scripture, we see people like Moses, David, and Jeremiah all feeling unqualified, yet still being called by God. I have struggled for most of my life with the fear of not being good enough, especially when it comes to serving. Even writing this, I overthink the words I … More Obedience–Not Perfection!
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