It Has Begun…
The process of moving (or “going on our mission” as my dear mom told us we should refer to it as) has officially begun. To kick things off we are listing lots of stuff for sale. Our goal is to slowly transition to our coming lifestyle instead of a crazy push at the end. Our [...]
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Voices en Español
I just found the coolest website! It’s called Voices en Español. You can listen to Spanish stories through their podcast, and read the transcripts. It’s a great way to see and hear the language. Another great way to learn!
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First Batch
Out first batch of support letters went out this morning! It’s so exciting. I’ve been a little anxious up until now worrying about not having enough support, worrying about grammar in the letter, worrying about offending someone… The list goes on and on in my head. But after we addressed the envelopes, realized we hadn’t [...]
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Community
For the past couple of years, Frank and I have served a group of guys in downtown Birmingham. Part of that service is at a soup kitchen. We’ve gone with different groups over that time, but lately it’s just been us and Frank’s family. The time we spend in that kitchen has been incredible. Even [...]
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That Which Can Destroy The Soul
“The Scriptures say that we should not fear those things that can destroy the body, but we are to fear that which can destroy the soul (Matthew 10:28). While the ghettos may have their share of violence and crime, the posh suburbs are home to more subtle demonic forces – numbness, complacency and comfort. These [...]
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Painting Pictures of Egypt
I find God mostly through silence and in nature. Lately I’ve ignored both of those, and my soul is feeling the affects. I find myself painting pictures of Egypt because of this. I’m feeling the extreme need to be alone and talk with God. Off to find solitude….
Read the rest of this entryLent, Day 40
Almsgiving proceeds from a merciful heart and is more useful for the one who practices it than for the one who recieves it, for the man who makes a practice of almsgiving draws out a spiritual profit from his acts, whilst those who recieve his alms recieve only a temporal benefit. — St. Thomas Aquinas [...]
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Almsgiving proceeds from a merciful heart and is more useful for the one who practices it than for the one who recieves it, for the man who makes a practice of almsgiving draws out a spiritual profit from his acts, whilst those who recieve his alms recieve only a temporal benefit. – St. Thomas Aquinas [...]
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He that is mighty hath done great things to me, and holy is His Name. — Luke i. 49 Jeremiah 20:10-13 10 For I hear many whispering. Terror is on every side! “Denounce him! Let us denounce him!” say all my familiar friends, watching for my fall. “Perhaps he will be deceived, then we can [...]
Read the rest of this entryAdventures Staff
Great news came last week. After passing our psych evaluations, we are officially Adventures in Missions staff members. I realized that I have been on pause until receiving final approval. We are now going to start sending out support letters (get ready for yours). You can also donate online by following this link. We’ve already [...]
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