Our second and third short essay on "Why I am going?" comes from Duane Thieme, who participated in the 2006 Gulf Coast mission trip, and Joe Milledge, who was a part of our team to Ethiopia this past October.
Duane writes: "God has blessed me in many ways. I feel that going down to the Gulf Coast and helping other families rebuild their lives by constructing or re-constructing their homes is a way I can say "Thank you, Lord!" for what He has given me and my family. God is using me/the Team as His conduit to show the families that He has not forsaken them and that He does answer prayers. I am just returning to God the time and talents He has bestowed on me."
Joe writes: "Approximately six months ago I was called by God to go on a mission to Ethiopia. This was a time when I was trying to find my purpose in life or a more spiritual meaning to my life. Of all places, traveling to Africa and ministering to the mentally handicapped, people who suffer from HIV/AIDS, and children growing up as orphans. I was so taken to find that some of these people had such a strong faith in God. This was an eye opening experience that provided me with a feeling of being free, high and lifted up. I found that I wanted to strengthen my faith in God. These people matter to God as well as people in the Gulf Coast. I enjoy helping those in need and know that it is pleasing to God. As I continue my spiritual growth. I believe that helping those in need; will help me to stay focused in my faith. God’s Blessing to All."
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