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Serving in MadagascarDear Friends and Family,Greetings from Madagascar!I am thankful for the opportunity to continue serving God and His people through Mercy Ministries,…
Serving in Madagascar
Dear Friends and Family,
Greetings from Madagascar!
I am thankful for the opportunity to continue serving God and His people through Mercy Ministries, especially through DARE and Future STARS – Soccer with a Purpose.
Learning & Growing
From September 17–19, I joined a community development training led by a YWAM missionary couple who have served for about 30 years. One lesson that impacted me was the “Tree of Belief”—what people believe shapes their values, decisions, and actions.
I was reminded that true community development begins with listening, building relationships, and recognizing the strengths already in a community.
DARE – Investing in Boys
God has given me a special opportunity to work with teenage boys through DARE. We talk about identity, purpose, relationships, emotions, integrity, biblical manhood, mentorship, and making healthy choices.
My goal is not only to teach them, but to walk with them, listen to them, encourage them, and help them know Jesus and His purpose for their lives.
Future STARS – Soccer with a Purpose
Soccer continues to be a powerful way to connect with young people. Through Future STARS, we use soccer to build relationships and create opportunities for mentorship, discipleship, Bible study, and sharing the Gospel.
Our Vision
To see boys and young men in East Madagascar transformed by the Gospel, breaking cycles of poverty and bringing hope to their communities through sports.
Mission
Mission statement: To help youth in East Madagascar overcome challenges by building long-term relationships and providing mentorship through sports.
The need for boys
Across Madagascar, many boys are growing up without positive role models, loving mentors, or the opportunity to discover God's purpose for their lives. Many face poverty, fatherlessness, addiction, violence, and hopelessness. We believe that Jesus Christ changes lives, and by investing in boys today, we are raising godly men who will transform their families, churches, and communities tomorrow.
Teaching God's Word
Recently, I had the opportunity to preach at a Pentecostal church from Mark 2:1–12, with the message “Faith That Brings Others to Jesus.”
God continues to grow the gift of teaching He has placed in me, and I am grateful for every opportunity to share His Word.
Thank You
Join Our Mission
We warmly invite you to consider a financial partnership with us so we can continue serving the Lord through either a monthly or one-time donation. We would be very grateful for your support.
WMercy Ministry recently opened a new church and school in a village in northern Madagascar—something the community has never had before. The church was built with support from Mercy Ministries International partner BASS from California.
I was blessed to visit the village with a friend from Mercy Ships and four others. After a two-hour drive from Tamatave and a challenging journey to the village, we thanked God for a safe trip.
Edie, one of our Mercy Ministry staff members, and his wife are serving the community through the church and school. Seeing the children, teachers, and staff was such an encouragement. God is doing amazing things in this village!
I’m grateful for my first visit and the opportunity to see what God is doing. Here are some pictures from the trip!rite your text here.
Prayer Requests
Please pray for:
DARE boys — to grow in Jesus, faith, character, and purpose.
Future STARS — for the boys, coaches, equipment, and opportunities to reach more youth.
Wisdom in ministry — to lead, teach, and build strong relationships.
Mercy Ministries — for medical work and community outreach.
Finances and resources — for ministry needs and the children we serve.
Gospel opportunities — that every relationship would point people to Jesus.