It's Official!!!

Who ever said that unemployment isn't exciting? 

Last Friday was my last day as the "Director of Communications" for the missions department at Rock Church!

Robin and I saying goodbye to Rock staff

My previous role definitely sounds exciting...and was, but I am much more excited to embrace my new role..."MISSIONARY".  

Wow, I never thought that I would be saying that.  I always thought of missionaries as weird, super spiritual nomads that just wander around the earth.

  

Well, fear not friends.  Robin and I are not going to wander the globe aimlessly.  As you all know, we are embarking on a journey to one of the most needy parts of the world, Haiti, and I wanted to let you all in on what we plan to do.

On August 23rd we will be heading down to a town called Jeremie for an exciting 16-month assignment, where we will be learning the Haitian culture and language (Creole) and providing leadership to 12 other missionaries.  Our vision is pretty simple; to see people's lives transformed by the love of God.

For our first 6 months the team will focus on teaching orphans and street children the truth of God's word, mentoring youth within the local churches, and drilling water-wells throughout the community. 

Inside of our first water distribution facility

The well produces over 3000 gallons of fresh drinking water per day

Long-term, Robin and I hope to establish an international training center for new missionaries, teaching them how to assimilate into a new culture while being exposed to relevant, cross-cultural ministry. 

Very exciting stuff and impossible without the empowerment of the Holy Spirit and the support of our friends and family; which is why we are so glad to have you come along with us.

So, there it is. The adventure begins!


-ryan