A Letter Welcoming You (Back or For the First Time)
Dear friend, You’re back in your host country. Welcome back! Or maybe you’ve just arrived for the first time. In that case, you are so welcome! I know you are feeling a world of emotions these days. You’re glad to be back in your own place and that some things are familiar. You bless God […]
When the Road is Rocky: A Resource
Today we get to hear from Curtis, the executive director of Godspeed Resource Center (GRC). We hope you will find the information about this valuable resource helpful! Curtis, thank you for joining us today! Can you share a little bit about GRC and how you guys got started? GRC is the product of two organizations […]
No Matter What, He is Faithful
Six and a half years ago, two wide-eyed girls arrived in Cambodia, full of hopes and dreams and two suitcases apiece. The humidity hit full blast as soon as the airport doors opened and senses were on overload from the honking taxis, masses of people going every which direction, and the smells of curry spices […]
This Week’s Theme: Welcome to the Field
You lean in close to the airplane window, excitement bubbling up within you. The scene looks different than what you just left, and your heart still aches a bit from teary goodbyes. Your eyes feel heavy from the lack of sleep, but you can’t help smiling. This is your new home. Maybe your arrival to […]
What You’ll Find
Perhaps someone at a conference or training mentioned Velvet Ashes to you. Maybe you saw a friend like a Velvet Ashes Instagram post, or you read a blog post, which linked back to this site. Whatever the case, you are here, and we are thankful for you! Overseas life is hellos and goodbyes, transition and […]
Weird Ways I’ve Had to Adapt
Oh dear reader, welcome to the wild, wonderful, infuriating, fulfilling, expanding life overseas. Part of this journey of serving and giving a part of your heart to another culture is that you will adapt in ways you don’t exactly expect. To give you a personalized idea of what I mean, here are some examples of […]
Bring Your Great Expectations to the Field
We have such high expectations when we move overseas. Of ourselves. Of our ministry. Of our God. And many people have given me advice over the years to beware of these hopes and dreams and lofty ambition. “Keep your expectations low, and you won’t be disappointed,” they say. “Unmet expectations lead to frustration and depression,” […]