My girls were in heaven last night as “Poppy” arrived at our house! He brought the Legos that we had to leave in Alabama so it was like Christmas in July. When we got home from langauge school the girls immediately started telling us all about the food Poppy brought with him (Ravioli and Corned Beef … More July 26th!
“May I never boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, through which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world.” Galations 6:14 I could provide you with a list of reasons of why I am so hesistant about using a blog to keep people informed about our ministry … More July 24th
If you stop by State Farm then you might be lucky enough to be greeted by Ms. Annie. Ms. Annie always stops in once or twice a week to make sure things are running smoothly and the workers are not slacking in any way. She is always willing to offer you advice whether you ask … More Happy Birthday Ms. Annie
Spanish School! There have been several people who have made the comment, “Deidra I thought you could speak Spanish?” Well if you compare me to Tim Knighten and Bernard Suthoff than I am fluent! However, taking a few classes in high school and college only teaches you how to survive on a short-term trip! People … More July 21st
Random Observation and Reflections: It has been one month since we have officially moved to Guatemala, and we have reflected on some of the things we are discovering or being reminded of while living here. No one is in a hurry! There is no such thing as a “fast” when it comes to a grocery … More July 19th
We have spent the past two summers in Guatemala and this has always been about the time I start to look forward to seeing my church family again! We have attended Grace Community Church at the feeding center this summer where the music and preaching is in Spanish, no Sunday school, and no nursery! (No, … More July 17th
For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11 Continued from Wednesday: Is the feeding center making a difference? Three and half years ago Lazaro found a small boy working in the El … More July 14th
For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11 Last summer Mr. David Bosarge came on a typical mission trip to serve and spend time with Sergio, his sponsored child from the feeding … More July 12th
The spaghetti lunch for the kids at My Special Treasure School was a success. It was their first time to eat spaghetti with cheese and a banana with peanut butter. Every child had to be taught how to eat the banana with peanut butter! I have enough Lisa Turrentine in me to know that I … More July 10th
Continued from Wednesday: ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’ Matthew 25:40 As we were riding with Luis, the principal, I asked the one question everyone thinks about when seeing a ministry, “Where do you receive your financial support?” … More My Special Treasure School
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