We are excited to announce a new part of our ministry! On March 1st, we started a new food delivery program! Why would we start another food program? The harsh reality is that 50% of children under the age of five are malnourished. Guatemala is number 6 in the world for chronic malnutrition. The daily … More Food Delivery Truck!
In January, the Moline team led by Dave and Donna Westhouse, graciously gave us their team’s leftover food. We were able to give a lot of meat, vegetables, and various food to several families. We shared the food with one single mother raising five children. When I asked one of the teachers to help the … More Got Leftovers?
It’s just a pair of shoes. A pair of shoes that has walked miles down dusty roads or through mud puddles. Shoes that are usually worn out before they grow out of them. Shoes that have toes squished because they are a bit too little. It’s just a sink. It’s a sink that serves as … More It’s Just A…
It’s just a van that is filled with lots of laughter everyday. Everyday the children pile into the van with a smile. They are grateful for the air conditioner and the soft seats. When they ride the van to Grace Mountain, they are anticipating being fed breakfast and lunch, singing songs, learning about the Bible, … More It’s Just A…
I am horrible at this blogging! My dad is 100% correct about my inconsistency in blogging. Missionaries are too busy to blog (Unlike some other people–LOL)! On January 28th, 12 people arrived in Guatemala for one week of serving. Here are a few of the my favorite things about the trip: The team served breakfast … More A Great Week!
If you have given to SLAM or GRACE through the websites, you should’ve received a contribution letter by email. This is only a reflection of the financial gifts given online. If you have given to SLAM through check or cash, the contribution letters were placed in the mail on January 29th. Please let me know … More Tax Contribution Letters for 2020!
Help us show Ethan and Brittney how much we love, pray, and support them! In February 2020, Ethan and Brittney experienced the tragic loss of their precious 2 year old daughter, Charleigh. As they have walked through this valley, they have been determined to use their tragedy to bring glory to God. On January 26, … More Feliz Cumpleaños Charleigh!
Bonnie Cain came on a week long Guatemala mission trip in May 2019. She returned home and insisted that her husband, Matthew, go to Guatemala also. In September of 2019, Matthew visited Guatemala for the very first time. In October, I received an email stating that they believed God was calling them to serve as … More Welcome Cain Family!
Do you want to make an investment in the life of a child? Do you want to be part of breaking the cycle of poverty? Do you want to be part of God’s plan for an impoverished child? Yes! Yes! Yes! For only $40 every month, you can change the life of a child. We … More Looking for Sponsors!
In February 2020, Ethan and Brittney experienced the tragic loss of their precious 2 year old daughter, Charleigh. As they have walked through this valley, they have been determined to use their tragedy to bring glory to God. On January 26, Charleigh will celebrate her 3rd birthday in the arms of Jesus. Ethan and Brittney … More Feliz Cumpleaños Charleigh!
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