My back hit the cement with a sickening thud, and tears instantly filled my eyes. My arms and legs sprawled around me, and I took mental stock of… Read more “Raising Missionary Kids”
Category: Missionary
The Ones Who Don’t Fit Anywhere
It’s been a long time since I felt the need to be part of the “in” group. As a natural people-pleaser, I appreciate how the craving for… Read more “The Ones Who Don’t Fit Anywhere”
11 Recommendations for Short Term Trips
Short term mission trips can be a great – or a terrible – experience. For everyone involved. As a high school and college student, I was part… Read more “11 Recommendations for Short Term Trips”
Missionary Sales Reports
A friend recently asked, “What are some fruits you’ve seen in ministry the past years?” This question made me reflect, not just on specific fruits from the… Read more “Missionary Sales Reports”
Eight Benefits of Growing Up Cross-Culturally
I was twelve. An American pre-teen recently transported from my Indiana comfort zone to a village in Ukraine. In 1995, my first impressions of the village were… Read more “Eight Benefits of Growing Up Cross-Culturally”
Working in a Multi-Cultural Team – The We Versus You Mentality
We hear the term “globalized” a lot these days. It’s true that in many parts of the world, we work, study, live and socialize with people from… Read more “Working in a Multi-Cultural Team – The We Versus You Mentality”
God, How Do I Put My Kids First and Still Serve Others?
How much should we involve our kids in the ministry? This is a question Josh and I wrestle with at times. If you’re a parent who serves… Read more “God, How Do I Put My Kids First and Still Serve Others?”
My Best Healthcare Stories on the Missionfield
Ukraine is NOT a third world country. But, as my husband says, when you walk into the public hospitals, you step into the third world. Most of… Read more “My Best Healthcare Stories on the Missionfield”
When You Can’t Buy Peanut Butter
You might be like others I’ve talked with in the States. You want to know, “How is life different for you in Ukraine?” We experience lots of… Read more “When You Can’t Buy Peanut Butter”
Don’t Forget the Umbilical Cord Clamp!
The last few weeks have been insane. Our family is on our fifth week of spring colds. I’m planning our son’s birthday party. Our church is coordinating… Read more “Don’t Forget the Umbilical Cord Clamp!”
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