Articles Comments

Headline

Thoughts on Dominican

Thoughts on Dominican

I (Melissa) love to travel, to immerse myself in other cultures, to meet the large family of God.  I find joy in bringing a team along – especially newbies who remind me of the first-time awe and joy of a mission trip. I’m grateful for the physical reminders of what daily life is like for the majority of the world.  Did you know that if you make $35,000/year, you are in the top 5% of the … Read entire article »

Latest

Home from the Dominican Republic

We returned from our mission trip to the Dominican Republic this afternoon around 3:30 pm.  It was an amazing trip from beginning to end.  We are so thankful for Phil and Donna Williams, for their passion for God, the Dominican people and for partnering with others in revealing the kingdom of God on earth as it is in heaven.  They were (and always are) gracious and patient hosts. Our team of seven meshed so well and formed a great family as we worked together this week.  Much was accomplished in relationship-building as well as practical accomplishments like constructing a clinic, completing a formulary, creating patient files, etc.  Our fondest memories from the week will be the … Read entire article »

Dominican Republic – Last Day Update

Dominican Republic – Last Day Update

I’m sitting here by the ocean enjoying the final warmth and breeze of the Dominican Republic. (and thinking of the snow and cold awaiting us at home.)  It has been an amazing trip and we are so thankful for the many blessings.  We have enjoyed our time with Phil and Donna Williams and the other wonderful folks here. This morning we … Read entire article »

Dominican Republic Update – Day 6

This will be a very brief update tonight.  First of all because we are meeting tonight with all the Servant’s Heart Ministry staff as a time for debriefing so there isn’t much time otherwise.  Secondly because I’ve been busy working on the video all day and still finishing up tonight. Thirdly because since I was at the hotel there are not pictures today! I’ll try to update one more time before we head home tomorrow. I’ll add some pictures as well.  They finished the outside walls today. We have pictures of the first block being placed and the last block. Also, a media crew came out and interviewed Dale Feeler for the local news.  I knew … Read entire article »

Dominican Republic Trip – Day 5

Dominican Republic Trip – Day 5

Another beautiful day here and much was accomplished!   The building is coming along quicker than anyone expected and it is completely due to the team effort of community members, church members and our team.  What a great picture of the way the church should be in our call to be the bride of Christ!  The pastor of the church … Read entire article »