Posts by Jon Trotter
Finding Life Inside
We live near a gated community, of sorts. The first time we walked past its medieval-type turrets, sun-baked stucco walls, and arched gateways we were intrigued. We wanted to explore but someone told us the crumbling fort was where the poor lived. Walking through would actually be trespassing in their homes.
Read MoreBike Shenandoah to Benefit VMMissions and Others on September 17
Bike Shenandoah is a family-friendly and healthy way see the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, connect with other riders, and support seven local agencies including VMMisions. It draws more than 100 riders each year for rides ranging from 5 to 100 miles.
Read MoreLong Roads to Leadership
“Deep in my heart I knew the tendency for a deaf congregation to become a “club,” a place where people gather to fellowship, which is well and good but not enough,” Nancy Marshall writes. “I deeply wanted our church to grasp their missional role, to spread the gospel to the unreached.”
Read MoreSeeds of Multiplication
Dukata met a young woman at the hospital who grew more receptive to the gospel as her health declined. When she was baptized at Christmas, she was too weak to climb into the cement water tank, but her joy was evident. She died in February with a vision of being dressed in white and welcomed by the Lord.
Read MoreVMMissions Launches Regular Prayer Bulletin
In addition to the monthly Mission Prayer Calendar, VMMissions has launched a weekly email to engage partners more effectively, including through prayer for the people and ministries of VMMissions.
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