A Note From Donna

It would be an understatement to say the past couple of months have been difficult for Phil and me and our families. On June 15th, my mother willingly and joyfully entered her eternal rest and exactly one month later Phil’s dad followed. As Phil titled...

As we celebrate 15 years since our arrival as a family here in Honduras, it is truly amazing to contemplate all that God has done here in that time frame. I think about the four of us arriving at a country rife with political upheaval...

I am typing this note just minutes after completing a quarterly meeting with our DESEO team. I wish each of you could experience the passion, energy, and organization of this incredible group of young men and women. The oldest is only 25 years old and...

As Phil explained in his article, the decision to close the deaf school (for now) was a very difficult one. It is very challenging to make such decisions when one can see the impact a program is having. However, often there are factors that come...

As I reflect on the three weeks I had the privilege of spending at our annual Bible Camp, I find myself very emotional. While providing fun, recreation, Biblical teaching, emotional support, physical security, and lots of good food, we provide something even more important. We...

I hope this month’s newsletter finds you enjoying the new year and looking forward in anticipation for the things to come. Phil and I were able to host our youngest, Laura for about 10 days during the holidays. We loved every minute of her time...

As December begins, we are once again in shock that another year is ending. We were able to spend another Thanksgiving in the U.S. with Phil’s family, and of course I was able to see my family as well. We will be spending the Christmas...

I have decided of late to focus daily on my blessings.  It’s amazing how that decision changes my day and helps me to clearly see the ways that God is working in me and around me.  Just a few days ago, as I was spending...

This time of year gets busy for us as we wrap up our school year activities. Our DESEO program will be finishing up at the end of October with our school values program as well as basketball. Our ESPERO school for the deaf will end...

This past month Phil and I were able to travel in the U.S. We were able to visit with some of our supporters and make connections with some individuals and organizations that have an interest in collaborating with us in the future. Our travels took...

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