On one hand it seems like we have been waiting forever for the day, but on the other hand it seems like we just started planning for this day. Soy and I both know that God has given us a heart to serve in a foreign land, however, three years ago He began to give … More June 14th is Finally Here!
We are busy trying to do some last minute things before we leave on June 14th. We promise to be better about updates on our ministry once we settle in Guatemala! We are thankful for the many people who have spoken positive words to us in order to encourage on this next chapter in our … More 7 Days Until We Leave
Last summer, we had the privilege to become friends with Pastor Benjamin, Ligia, and their four children. They were instrumental in answering our numerous questions and introducing us to specific ministries. Ben and Ligia chose to walk away from secular work in order to attend seminary and are currently serving as pastor of a church. … More Ben & Ligia
S.L.A.M. Monthly Sandwich Challenge If you are like our family, it is easy to eat fast food when we are tired or in a hurry! On those nights when it would be easy to get fast-food, will you make a sandwich instead? Will you take the money that you normally spend on fast and partner … More Sandwich Challenge!
We had our first productive meeting with our board of directors last night. We are excited about working with them for advice and accountability. Michael Taylor–Founder of Shining Light Abroad Ministries Deidra Taylor–Founder of Shining Light Abroad Ministries Teddie Turrentine–Pastor of Friendship Baptist Church/Director of G.R.A.C.E. Ministries Eddie Turrentine–Vice President/General Manager at Emerson Morris Bryant–Manager … More S.L.A.M. Board of Directors
Yesterday someone asked me the question, Why Guatemala? For years, Soy and I were working to meet the requirements to serve under another mission organization, but in the Spring of 2013 God began to re-direct our path. Guatemala was not on our radar! We spent the next 6 months really seeking exactly where God was … More Why Guatemala?
In the summer of 2014 we were introduced to the families at the El Tejar dump. This is one of the moments we knew God was beginning to prepare our hearts to minister, love, and serve the people of Guatemala. We began to visit the dump on a weekly basis to serve a meal for … More A Hot Dog Meal!
We can’t believe how fast the time is passing as we prepare to move to Guatemala! Since my dad makes multiple trips throughout the year, we are sending our personal things to Guatemala. If it fits in a suitcase–it goes! We are now asking people to partner with us as we begin to financially prepare … More Partner With Us!
We all have initial moments where God begins to use a specific event to birth a new desire and passion in our lives. When I was 12 yrs old, I chose to get involved with the bus ministry at church. This ministry would require me to spend every Saturday visiting houses in Bayou La Batre … More Thanks Carla!
We are amazed at how fast seven weeks in Guatemala flew by! We spent the summer with the goal of beginning to adjust our children to things of Guatemala, build relationships, and seeking opportunities for future ministries. We are always willing to do whatever it takes to meet the spiritual and physical needs and we … More Summer is Over!
