It is funny how a few months ago when we were applying to CTEN (Commission to Every Nation), that we had no idea how much work it would be just to make contact with the people we have made friends with over our lives to rally support for our mission. We are beginning to get ready for our first big mail out this week and of course Canada post still remains on strike. However we have faith that this will not hinder us in getting our message out (thank you Blogger, Facebook, and email!).
Part of what CTEN taught us is that our mission in Guatemala is really only half of our job. As we forge partnerships with people in Canada to make the work at Casa Hogar possible we are using this opportunity to develop community that wasn't there before. This shift in thinking extends our ministry much further than we intended. Sure the vision is to see these girls succeed in Guatemala to become self sustaining women in Christ, but the unwritten vision is to involve our partners in Canada to shape their hearts in helping these girls in need.
I always thought missionaries were lucky people being able to go off to far off places and doing amazing work for God. This made me underplay the importance of the supporter who stays at home, "not taking the risk". My view has changed significantly with this and it inspires me to have those who are involved with supporting us to be an active part of the decision making.
My encouragement to our blog followers and supporters is to post comments. As our family goes through this year of big changes you may give us ways to look at a problem differently or connect us with resources and people that can help.
So follow along with us and keep us in your prayers as we journey together.
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