After returning home from Kenya in August, I knew that I would never be the same. God stretched me and taught me so much that I immediately began praying about His plan for the upcoming summer. Each semester at Point University, our classes are cancelled for a day so students and faculty are able to participate in Ministry Day. Alan Kemper, a professor with whom I was working that day, mentioned that he knew of a mission opportunity serving with Carlos and Jeannette Guerrero (missionaries in Ecuador who are supported by Savannah Christian Church) that might interest me. As he explained the ministry, I was immediately drawn to the possibility of serving in Ecuador, but over the next couple of months, I struggled with understanding exactly what God was telling me to do. As I prepared to attend the National Missionary Convention in Atlanta this past November, I shared my confusion with a friend who said something that has forever changed my life. She said that when she thought of me, she thought missionary! I was caught off guard, but quickly realized that God had used her to define who I am. God has called me to use my life for His glory, to share his love through missions. I am a missionary.
After attending the National Missionary Convention, I knew for sure that God was calling me to serve him in Ecuador this summer. So from May 6 to July 15, I will be working in San Jose and Curia, Ecuador, with the Guerrero’s ministry, Helping Hands Across Ecuador.
The ministry works to positively impact education, hunger, and health. I will be spending the first two weeks with a team from the Christian Campus Fellowship (CCF) from Georgia Tech. After the CCF team leaves, I will remain in Ecuador and minister to the community and the members of the church through small groups, children’s ministry, and Vacation Bible School. I will also assist short term teams from the United States.
Without your prayer support, I cannot minister to the people of San Jose and Curia effectively. Please pray for the people I will encounter and the relationships I will make. Pray that the hearts of the people of San Jose and Curia will be receptive to God’s word. Your financial contribution is also important. I am confident that God will provide the necessary funds as I must raise $3500 to cover airfare, room and board. Should you feel led to partner with me in this endeavor, please make out your check to GTCCF with “Kaitlyn Groover – Ecuador Mission Trip” printed on the memo line. All contributions are tax deductible. Gifts may be mailed to:
Ga. Tech Christian Campus Fellowship
P.O. Box 93662
Atlanta, GA 30377
Thank you so much for your prayerful consideration of this ministry in Ecuador. I am so excited to partner with you in serving the people of San Jose and Curia.
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