Ministry Updates

Gifts

I have been back in The Gambia for about a month and am settling in well. Since my return a lot of my time has been spent reconnecting with our employees, my Gambian friends and my Gambian family (I am named after a Gambian woman and therefore a part of her family). I have spentContinue reading “Gifts”

Sounds of The Gambia

A friend who was a missionary overseas for many years shortly before my return to The Gambia asked me if there was a unique smell in The Gambia that made me remember I was home. Senses are such a powerful thing and although there are not many smells that make me think of this littleContinue reading “Sounds of The Gambia”

Rain, rain go away, come again another day

It is rainy season in The Gambia and that means it is hot, humid and we have thunderstorms most days. When I flew into the country I was pleased that everything was so green. This is our only growing season for crops and a good harvest is a key to survival. After a good amountContinue reading “Rain, rain go away, come again another day”

Back in The Gambia

After 33 hrs of travel, I made it to our guesthouse in The Gambia last evening. A quick bite to eat, a long and very needed shower, and some major rehydration were enjoyed before a great night’s sleep. This morning I awoke feeling refreshed and happy to be back. It will still be about aContinue reading “Back in The Gambia”

New Beginnings

Just two more days until I begin the long travels back to The Gambia and I am ready. I even have a new travel mug all packed for the long journey. If you have been following my blogs for a while you have read about my previous travel mug and how the Lord brought itContinue reading “New Beginnings”

Sweet blessings

I just finished a busy, but wonderful 2 week long road trip to wrap up my time in the US. I was able to visit with many people and reconnect with some whom I had not seen in years. I truly experienced the joys of Christian fellowship and am grateful to the Lord for theContinue reading “Sweet blessings”

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”

Grateful

The last week has been full of great fellowship and wonderful, peaceful time with the Lord. I was reminded yesterday morning yet again of how many people are a part of this ministry and a part of my life and how the Lord is working in it. Truly, there is a village that is prayingContinue reading “Grateful”

Visitors

In The Gambia life and ministry is all about sitting, chatting and just being with others. I have really enjoyed the many opportunities to sit, chat, share and pray with many of you during this time in the US. I am especially grateful for West Cabarrus Church and the beautiful mission house here that hasContinue reading “Visitors”