The past year has been filled with many changes. One of the big changes is that I was unable to make my annual trip to Tecate. In part this was due to the complexities of travel with the Covid-19 “pandemic.“ The biggest reason is because in June of 2020 I received a nasty spider bite, [...]
Category: Missions
Tough Day in the Fire Fields
Tuesday was a difficult day in many ways. We began the day with prayer and proceeded to a meeting at breakfast to coordinate efforts to help the victims of the fire. There were 114 homes burned. Many families have relocated to other places but there are still many who have remained and are living in [...]
Shoe Day
Today we delivered over 50 pair of shoes to the Bosco Orphanage children. Each child was able to buy a pair of school shoes and a second pair within their budget. It was one of the most wonderful experiences I’ve had in working with these kids seeing their eyes light up as they got to [...]
Sunday Service
Today we went to church at the 2nd Nazarene Church. Gordon and has a moment to stand up and tell why we were there and thank the congregation for their hospitality and support. Gordon gave a heartfelt and inspired word. The church service was filled with God’s presence as everyone worshiped and listened to Pastor [...]
Landing in San Diego
The flight across country was thankfully uneventful. We were able to get a snack on the plane and will be arriving hungry. The conversation with Gordon was inspiring. We talked about many topics and I especially appreciate his knowledge and love of history. He brings a fresh and new perspective to things and his heart [...]
Tecate, B.C. Mexico – November Mission
Have you thought of doing a short-term mission? Are you curious what it's really like on the other side of the border? Do you have a heart to serve others? Then continue reading and let's knock this off your bucket list. This opportunity could change your life!
Planning a Mission
If you've followed me for any length of time, you will know that I've done a lot of short mission trips. Most of those have been to Mexico which is where I am at today. It is my 7th trip here in 7 years. This summer I won't be coming back with the group I [...]
In Tecate, Day 6 update
A friend of mine shared this on Facebook and since I am in Mexico working with the families and children here, in peace and harmony, I think everyone should hear what he said: While the rest of the country discusses and fights for rights, ill-treatment and family problems between two countries, we are in the [...]
Tecate Family Mission – The First Day
Today we all arrived on schedule in San Diego, all 28 of us, and packed the cars and headed for In-n-Out Burger, Target, and then the boarder. The greetings at the airport were filled with greetings of old friends and making new ones. Once we were all gathered, fed, had last minute purchases, and made [...]
Preparing for Tecate
Today I started my first official day of vacation. I'm on Hilton Head Island with extended family enjoying the beach and sun. Its an annual trip for us and amost always lands the week before my annual mission to Tecate. I started the Tecate trip 6 years ago. It's hard to believe it has already [...]