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Who Are We Here to Reach
We plans, but God's plans are bigger. After years as a missionary in Guatemala, I realize our mission field can include anyone we meet.
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Jun 4, 20164 min read


What I Learned About Orphan Care at CAFO Last Week
Caring for orphans is a privilege rooted in Christ's love.
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May 15, 20164 min read


When You Follow Where God is Leading…Great Things Happen!
Seeing God work in the kids' lives at our summer camp was amazing. Their growth in Christ was beyond our hopes and a testament to His power.
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May 1, 20164 min read


Mission Trips, a Different Perspective
Working with mission teams to build relationships and not walls.
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Apr 15, 20163 min read


Our Classes Are Getting Better
At the beginning of February, we re-launched our vocational training center in Colonia Santa Fe. We have partnered a local school for...
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Apr 10, 20162 min read


Loving the Least of These
Partnering with a ministry for special needs orphans, I've found joy in caring for 'the least of these.'
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Apr 1, 20163 min read


Learning to Give Back
Growth Through Service: How Youth from the Fundaninos Orphanage Thrive by Serving the Elderly.
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Mar 1, 20163 min read


The Lost Sheep
Guiding troubled youths toward independence in ministry echoes the shepherd's pursuit of the lost sheep.
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Feb 1, 20165 min read


Missionary News in Guatemala, January 2016
One of the things I love most about being in Guatemala for Christmas is celebrating with the children we love, making them feel cherished an
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Jan 1, 20163 min read


2015 Missionary Report From Guatemala
In 2015, we expanded our role at the orphanage, taught over 650 classes, launched new programs, and supported students ageing out.
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Dec 31, 20152 min read


Caring for Orphans is the Gospel
Caring for orphans embodies the heart of the Gospel. As God cares for us, we extend His love to those in need.
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Dec 15, 20153 min read


Vacation Camp and Christmas fun at the Orpahange
This month was the first vacation camp at the orphanage, offering cooking, woodworking, dance, music, art classes and fun.
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Dec 5, 20152 min read


Roles of a Missionary
How missionaries embrace holistic ministry, serving spiritual and physical needs alike.
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Dec 1, 20154 min read


Wasting My Life
Embrace using your gifts for God's glory! My journey from tech to missions taught me that serving others amplifies our gifts and talents.
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Nov 1, 20154 min read


The Unquantifiable
There are some things that happen in our lives which we never see. Like the ripples in a pond carrying out from the splash made by a rock...
timothy martiny
Oct 1, 20153 min read


Strengthening Bonds: A Day of Family and Faith
Building bonds with those we serve: A day at Lago de los Pinos sparked laughter, games, and first lake swims—a cherished memory in our minis
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Sep 15, 20151 min read


When God Does the Planning
This week, I saw God at work as our church women's group stepped in to help run VBS, making it our best yet. We're part of His greater plan.
timothy martiny
Sep 1, 20152 min read


Where is the Fruit?
That is a question I get asked a lot. In today's world of stats, metrics, and instant data, people want to quantify progress and break it...
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Aug 15, 20155 min read


Guatemala Missionary News, Mid Year Update, July 2015
This year, we've made amazing progress: launching new classes, expanding programs, distributing 175 Bibles, and remodeling a rural classroom
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Jul 1, 20152 min read


The Missionary Calling
Tim's touching story of receiving a surprise Father's Day card from orphanage girls, a testament to love and service. #FathersDaySurprise
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Jul 1, 20154 min read
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