Category Archives: Furlough Ministry

Wrapping Things Up

As I begin to pack and prepare for the long journey across the Atlantic, again, I am trying to wrap things up a bit here in The Gambia. My preference would be to have the work here all wrapped up in a nice pretty package with a bow on top to be opened when IContinue reading “Wrapping Things Up”

6 months!

It has officially been 6 months since March 20th, 2025; a date I will not forget. 6 months ago, our ministry vehicle went flying off the road and this adventure of recovery began. 6 months ago, God preserved my life and that of our driver.  He brought my team to rally around me and careContinue reading “6 months!”

Back to School

After more than 10 years of prayer God has led and given an opportunity for me to go back to school. I am officially enrolled at Liberty University to obtain a Masters in Public Health online. My first course, Introduction to Global Health begins September 15th. I am nervous, excited and definitely a bit confusedContinue reading “Back to School”

Short Term Mission Trips

Prior to moving to The Gambia I had the opportunity to go on many Short Term Mission Trips for a week or two. These trips allowed me to experience the Lord and the world in different and new ways while supporting and encouraging the career missionaries. Since becoming one of those career missionaries 9 yearsContinue reading “Short Term Mission Trips”

Furlough

Since being released from medical leave on August 1st, I am officially on “furlough” ministry. ABWE describes furlough ministry as “a time for raising additional funds as needed, mobilizing new teammates, meeting with Member Care for a debrief, and addressing other family or ministry needs that may arise. A healthy furlough experience will allow youContinue reading “Furlough”

Fellowship and Campfires

As I wrap up things here in the US and say many “see-you laters” I am doing a lot of reflecting on my time here.  If you keep up with my blog posts you will probably see a theme, many of my posts may be similar.  I am so grateful for all of the wonderfulContinue reading “Fellowship and Campfires”

An ongoing cycle

If you ask any overseas missionary what are some of the challenges of this lifestyle that God has called us to you will get a long list of answers. I would guarantee that in the top 5 answers is the never-ending cycle of packing and unpacking. I am in the midst of the packing cycleContinue reading “An ongoing cycle”