Go.
It's a small but powerful word. It almost always
implies change or motion; it isn't satisfied with the status quo. It moves us
from standing to sprinting, from peering over the edge to jumping in. It
commands us to do something meaningful, to abandon our fears and sometimes even
ourselves for the sake of others. It takes us to places we never imagined we
would see, where we are confronted with the reality of brokenness and inspired
by stories of hope. This movement, this single step toward action, teaches us
something about God, humanity and who we were created to be. It never leaves us
the same.
I am at an exciting time in my life where the
Lord is calling me to GO—to trust
him fully on an incredible ten-month adventure. I will be leaving everything behind
to head to Southern Africa and then the Caribbean to lead long-term mission
trips for young adults through the organization Experience Mission. I will have
the opportunity to participate in the joys of daily life, while taking part in
relieving the practical needs of those around me. I will be doing life with the
local people while tackling issues such as water sanitation, education,
sustainable farming, and community outreach.
Your support is vital to my success. There are
two ways you can support me along this journey. The first is pray. I know this
time will be incredibly stretching, and will grow me in ways I never thought
possible. I`m asking that you commit to pray for me, and for all the people in
the communities I will be in contact with over the next ten months. Here are
some things to pray for:
1. The
Lord’s continued provision and favor
2. The
people of South Africa, Lesotho, Namibia, Costa Rica, and Jamaica.
3. My
spiritual/emotional/physical health
4. That
I come into a deeper relationship with Christ, and make Christ known.
The second way you can support me during this
time is through giving. I have been incredibly humbled seeing ways that the
Lord is already providing for my needs in tangible ways. However, I still need
a lot of financial support to make this calling possible. Please consider
giving what the Lord lays on your heart. There are two ways to give:
1. Send
cash or check made out to Teresa McElyea at
3932 W Beechwood St. Springfield, MO
65807. (My wonderful mother will be playing secretary for me, and ensure the funds
get to the correct destination!)
2. The
second way to give is online. Go to www.experiencemission.org/staffsupport.
From this page click “Support a full-time staff member.” You will be prompted
to sign in or create an account. Once you have gone through those steps, my
name will be on a drop down list of staff names. You may choose to give a one-time
gift, or a monthly option.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
You will also be able to follow my journey on my blog at: http://lindseymcelyea.blogspot.com.
Thank you in advance for your prayers and support! Your friendship and
partnership is invaluable to me!
Love, and grace!
Lindsey McElyea
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