adventure in mission

“I have been on a number of mission trips. This small group of 26 was one of the best yet. I love small groups.” Judy, Chico CA

all things are possible with God

“I cannot do everything, but I can do something. I just hope it was enough.” Breanna, BC Canada

“I learned to be totally dependent on the Lord and how to be a humble servant.” Gladys, L.A., Calif.

“I hoped to experience just another mission trip, but instead I learned what it really means to serve and be humbled.” Salvador, L.A., Calif.

“Whatever your hand findeth to do… do it!’ Judy P., Kelowna, BC, Canada

eyeglasses clinic

“I never knew that helping people get glasses would be so fun!” Kaylie Beerman, Age 11

“Through working at the Eye Clinic I was taught a great lesson. Many do not have the gift of sight that is so precious. However, providing the gift of sight is not as important as letting others know that ones sight needs to be on Jesus, the ONE who sees beyond our limits… the ONE who sees beyond our imperfections… the ONE who sees beyond our sins. This is the type of sight that we, as humans, must acquire with all of God’s children. Thank you Lord for teaching me the true meaning of sight.” Liliana, L.A., Calif.

church-building

“I was so thrilled to be able to spend a day at the El Carmen church. What a thrill today, (Sabbath) to see the church completed and to know that I helped move some of the block to that sanctuary. God is so GOOD! The two church services were a precious memory, especially the Communion service at Juanitos Dos Church.” Judy P, Kelowna, BC, Canada

“I am the kind of person who doesn’t cry in public, but when I was leaving the El Carmen church, I found myself suppressing tears. I was choking up, sniffling and filling with a longing for those people. They have such drive. They were behind schedule, but the church was up, the roof was on and there were curtains in the windows. The tears in their eyes, men and women alike, their hugs, kisses and love was enough to take my breath away. Not to forget, though, I saw that church in the beginning when there was just a big trench for the footings all the way around, and I saw it raised up in 7 days. Praise God for this heart-warming experience.” Breanna, BC, Canada, age 17

worship and fellowship

“What I really enjoyed about this trip was the happiness, tears, and joy I got to see in their faces.” Salvador, L.A., Calif.

“Aside from cooking with Judy, Hillair, and Gisele, my highlight was the church service at Juanitos Dos, by the banana grove. It was a glimpse of heaven. God Bless!” Ruth, Kelowna, BC, Canada

kitchen crew kudos

“Thank you, kitchen crew, for the delicious food. I really enjoyed this experience! It was wonderful! Gloria, L.A., Calif.

“I have never been with a group of nicer people. And the food was GOOOD!”

inspiring leadership

“Christian leadership makes group success easy. Thanks Joedy & Judy.” Pastor Salome, L.A., Calif.

“Dear Joedy and Judy, Thank you for your leadership during this El Salvador mission trip. Thank you for teaching me the meaning of service. I truly appreciated all of your efforts before, during, and I am sure after the project is done. May God continue to protect you and your family. May He continue to bless your ministry. May you continue to have a heart of service. May all of your talents, gifts and abilities be used for Him. Once again, ‘Gracias y que Dios lo bendiga. Your sister, Lily.” L.A., Calif.

“Dear Judy, Thank you for being such an inspiration during this mission trip. Thank you for demonstrating your inner strength, faith, service, flexibility, tenderness, patience and kindness. May God continue to bless your ministry, home, marriage, and all that you do. Your sister in Christ, Lily.” L.A., Calif.

spiritual walking

“This trip was guided by the Lord. It can’t get any better than that!” Gladys, L.A., Calif.

“This trip taught me that I need to go back to the basics of my first love for the Lord.” Moises, L.A., Calif.

“I learned to depend upon God’s presence when I felt lonely and out of place. I thought I was poor but discovered I was rich, and learned to give when I felt like holding onto my stuff. Thank you for all the memories!” Salvador, L.A., Calif.

“I want to keep the fire alive, and light my world at home.”