By Nell Green Perhaps you have noticed that we have a new tagline for the Offering for Global Missions, “Because Presence Matters.” While I was discussing with others the tagline, my four-year-old grandson was in the office playing. He appeared to be absorbed in what he was doing. Suddenly in response to my saying on … Continue reading
December 13, 2021By Aaron Weaver DECATUR, Ga. — Following a two-year pause due to the pandemic, CBF Global Missions has resumed career field service appointments with the selection of Elket Rodríguez to serve as CBF field personnel with communities and migrants along the U.S.-Mexico border. Rodríguez, a native of Puerto Rico and attorney in Harlingen, … Continue reading
By Anna Anderson I have worn my hair short for over 40 years. But In 2019, with a college reunion plan and a late year family wedding, I decided I wanted to “do something different with my hair.” Always, a most certain kiss of death. You don’t just “do something different” with coarse, thick, naturally … Continue reading
By Eddie Aldape One of the many things I love about CBF is our willingness to form partnerships with other ministries. In our work, we have personally been involved in several ministry opportunities which enabled us to successfully accomplish great things. There are some instances when outsiders might not consider them great; but to the … Continue reading
By Nell Green Whenever anyone thanks me for doing something I respond with “It’s my joy!” For the longest time, my children would mimic me in a funny way. Now guess what they say when someone thanks them. That’s right! “It’s my joy.” They agree saying, “it’s my joy” indicates a deeper sentiment when extending … Continue reading
It was a simple request. Would Greg and Sue Smith be able to provide some school supplies for Carmen’s two children? That was years ago. Through LUCHA Ministries, the Smiths were able to provide supplies that year and for many years following. Occasional food assistance was needed. The Smiths came alongside the family, helping them … Continue reading
A field personnel in Asia has spent the last two decades helping to translate scripture into a local language. This work has borne fruit as the Bible in a local dialect is now available. This is wonderful, but equally thrilling is the opportunity to share faith with those who have become friends and a surrogate … Continue reading
CBF field personnel, Jonathan Bailey is a musician. He plays the cello. Though he is not a professional musician, music has been an integral part of Jonathan’s life. Recently Jonathan reflected on the opening lines to Robert Frost’s poem, “Mending Wall.”. “Something there is that doesn’t love a wall,That sends the frozen-ground-swell under it,And spills … Continue reading
The refrain and melody ring in his head: “If it weren’t for bad luck, I’d have no luck at all.” CBF field personnel, Eddie Aldape wished he could get this song from the old television program to quit playing in his mind. But the song comes unbidden as he walks alongside the refugees and immigrants … Continue reading
Finally, there was a break from the pandemic which had shut down things in Spain. CBF field personnel Michelle Norman welcomed the change and the freedom to be out a bit more. Michelle’s friend, Sonya* also welcomed the freedom. Now she was able to take her daughter to the dentist. As is the case with … Continue reading
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