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Short Term at a Prison

Short Term at a Prison

After launching our reconstructed website in 2021, in April of 2022, I received an email from the international partnership development officer from “Prisoners for Christ” (PFC), who had found us through our website, looking to partner with devoted people doing Prison Ministry in Nicaragua. I was hesitant to respond, but after reading the email, I replied and then had an online meeting...
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Alan Holt’s Short-Term Team of Builders

Alan Holt’s Short-Term Team of Builders

The week has gone very well. It is perhaps the biggest LAM short-term team working on a construction project we have ever undertaken. We removed the original pressed fiber board roofing, then all the deteriorated roof trusses.  We had our design new roof trusses and then bought $6000 worth of steel, a welding machine and fabricated 14 trusses that are now all erected...
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Why Go on a Mission Trip?

Why Go on a Mission Trip?

“I can think of many reasons to join a group for two or three weeks. We go to purposely push ourselves outside our comfort zone. We go to put our faith in action, going in hopes our small efforts contribute to something bigger. We will appreciate our many privileges and blessings, being part of a team serving together, caring for each other. We will remind ourselves...
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Short-Termers in the Amazon

Short-Termers in the Amazon

Greetings in Christ Jesus to our brothers and sisters at LAM, May God's abundant grace be upon you all. The leaders at LAM asked me to tell you about our plans for this year. We’ve made our calendar of events for the indigenous mission for this year 2024.
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Children’s Ministries during a Bus Strike

Children’s Ministries during a Bus Strike

On Thursday 15th I took a minibus to the Young Offender Centre and hanging inside was a sign saying that bus fares had gone up with immediate effect (adult fare by 33%, student fare by 50% and child fare by 100%). I paid the increased fare but was puzzled by the fact that there had been no protests about the (long overdue) price rise. Most people refused to pay the increased price and by Monday drivers were charging the old prices again...
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Visiting Darien

Visiting Darien

I am hitting the road again, this time going to Darien, the world’s most significant migration hub. People from many nationalities start their journey toward the U.S. in this region. From January 30th to February 3rd, I'll be joined by six members of the Doulos team, and we've got some exciting plans to make a positive impact...
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Water provided to a hospital, a jail, and a school in Honduras

Water provided to a hospital, a jail, and a school in Honduras

Although Puerto Lempira is on the Caribbean Sea, close to the Gulf of Mexico, bordering on a large inland lake, the need for fresh drinking water is a constant. The region is known for its breath-taking heat which, at time, is almost suffocating. The community is located on the second largest lagoon in the world, where shallow water prevents the docking of large supply ships...
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Sharing in Costa Rica

Sharing in Costa Rica

The year 2023, allowed us to reach out to over 4,605 people as we shared the love of Jesus through various programs. Our medical clinic was constantly busy. Many people needed relief from physical pain as well as spiritual discomfort. We have had the opportunity to share the gospel and see lives transformed because of your partnership...
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Stewardship and Sustainability

Stewardship and Sustainability

The images in Genesis 1:26 and 2:15 reflect two critical principles about stewardship and sustainability: God is the creator, and He delegates the care of His creation to us, for we are administrators of His creation. With this statement as our starting point, we can reflect on its implications for our ministries. First, we must announce the importance of stewardship and sustainability...
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Church Planting in Mexico City

Church Planting in Mexico City

Tracey and I have been church planting for over 25 years. Through those years we’ve seen churches begin and churches close. We’ve lived through times of abundance and moments of scarcity. Each has brought us a greater appreciation for God’s work on our character and our trust in His goodness. Fortunately, we’ve never stepped back from the calling and work God has placed us here to do...
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Pastoral Care Involves Training New Pastors

Pastoral Care Involves Training New Pastors

Learning to preach from the Word of God involves training, time, and close relationships. Here are some of the "single" words lifted in praise at a closing testimony time following days of teaching...
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Training Leaders in the Amazon

Training Leaders in the Amazon

Greetings, Brothers and Sisters in Christ, greetings from the heart of the Amazonian Rainforest!!  We recently held two large meetings to train indigenous leaders. The first, in May, took place in the Kenjam Village with 300 students. Next, we met with about 130 students in Ratxopreti Village in September...
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