“There has never been the slightest doubt in my mind that the God who started this great work in you would keep at it and bring it to a flourishing finish on the very day Christ Jesus appears.”  Philippians 1:6 (The Message)  In June 2018, we said “Yes” to God.  We were obedient to Him. … More Jesus & Education Transform

On Friday, my dad challenged all 13 of his blog readers to give towards “Bag Lunches”.  The Terrific Thirteen went above and beyond!   Our goal was to provide each family with one food bag this week.   You can read my dad’s blog for the final count:   http://www.friendshipfamily.net/pastorblog/ We are amazed!  We are humbled! … More The Terrific Thirteen

Why?  There are a lot of unknowns at this particular time.  However, one of life’s greatest mystery/unknown is “Why do people read my dad’s blog?”  Outside of the people who are sick, no one knows if the rest of the blog has any truth to it.   Why do people care to read about the … More WHY?

“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden.  Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house.  In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may … More Bag Lunches

When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?’ “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did … More GRACE Ministries & Colegio JET

Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.                James 1:27 (NIV) As we are watching these unprecedented times in our world, we are reminded of … More GRACE Ministries

We sporadically send out a newsletter with updates about events at our school.  Some people may prefer an update through email rather than a blog or social media.  If you would like to receive the newsletter please send your email address to shininglightabroad@gmail.com. If you are a sponsor, you will receive an email by Monday! … More Colegio JET Newsletter

A few weeks I focused on our teachers and staff at Colegio JET.  However, we are blessed to have some extra workers who work with excellence. Last year Lesly did her practicum for college hours at the feeding center.  A few months of practicum led to volunteering.  She is willing to help in any way … More Extra Teachers!

Serving OUR Children!  Every teacher understands how a student becomes more than just a child in a seat.  Relationships are made.  Children are loved. Children miss their teachers.  Teachers are security. Teachers worry.  Teachers care. On Monday, two of our teachers went to the market and purchased beans, rice, and flour.    We do not … More Serving Our Children!

  I visited one of our families today and I was quickly reminded of the little things in life.  Several weeks ago, Matthew Cain replaced our old, worn out swings and hanging bars with new, pretty plastic ones.   In our eyes the equipment was only trash and needed to be replaced.  However, our old … More A New Swing!