The Adkins Family
Estonia
Seth and Michelle Adkins are missionaries to Estonia for Converge International Ministries. Upon arrival in Estonia, they will learn the Estonian language and culture and prayerfully build relationships. They will be working with an already established team of missionaries in Southern Estonia who are taking the gospel into the least reached, rural areas through relationship. Discipleship, church planting, and partnerships with Estonians are taking place as these needs are brought before the Lord in prayer and trusting, lasting relationships are built with Estonians.
The Johnson Family
Austria
Nathan and Bethany’s ministry focus is church planting amongst German speakers in the Vienna area. They are partnering with an Austrian-led church association to plant a church on the northern side of the city, an area where there is currently no gospel-preaching church and a growing population. Nate and Bethany also serve as World Venture Team Austria field leaders, assisting the team with decision-making, cultural integration and spiritual leadership.
The Connell Family
Domincan Republic
The Connell's sponsored a child in Dominican Republic for many years. But after they met the child, God began to draw their hearts deeper towards Jesus and towards the people there. The Lord started growing their willingness to serve him on the international mission field. They continued to visit the village annually and God began opening unexpected doors that made it clear He had a vision, a plan, and a purpose greater than their own that utilized their gifts and talents to impact all of Latin America. After living in the Dominican Republic for a time, they now lead Converge's Regional Impact Team and travel across the region.
The Fountain of Life School
Dominican Republic
Fountain of Life School is a Christian school in the village of Juan Tomas, Dominican Republic. Classes start at Preschool and go through grade 12, with 446 students enrolled. The school employs over 40 staff, from teachers to teacher aides, from facilities crew to administrators. Teachers are a vital part of the school community providing students with an exceptional Christian education. Spiritual growth is a cornerstone of Fountain of Life's mission. Education changes lives. A Christian education changes lives for eternity.
Hailey Lopez
YSU
Hailey works with the Navigators on YSU's campus.