I have spent the past few years of my life working with low-income women, children and families in Austin, Texas and have felt like I’ve found the work I was meant to do. I have been able to increase my Spanish skills to near fluency, establish partnerships with incredible non-profit organizations in Austin and been privileged enough to work under leaders who believe in equal opportunity for all people no matter who they are or where they come from. After months of internal debates, prayers, doubts, hopes, and countless conversations with my loved ones, I have decided to become a squad member on a year-long mission trip with the World Race.
Despite all of the relationships and great things God has blessed me with here in the US I have always wanted to live abroad but was never sure about what that would look like. Should I teach English somewhere? Help plant a church? Study Spanish? Work on a farm and go Ron Swanson-style off the grid? It wasn’t until this past fall that I finally saw how God would have me travel and he gave me this opportunity to join the World Race in South America next year.
Guys. I am so scared. I’m scared to leave my friends, my job(s), my family, improv, my bed, my electric toothbrush, my own personal plans for my future, and everything else that my soul clings to instead of the lord. But GUYS. I am also excited. I’m unbelievably excited to see different parts of the world, to meet and love new people, to use and develop my language skills, to see God work in new ways, to give everything up and truly follow him. I’m so thankful that I have so many people in my life who constantly point me towards Christ and who encourage me to pass his love and service on to others.
This year I will be raising money to cover my living expenses, travel expenses, health insurance and everything else I’ll need over the course of a year which comes out to about $18,000. Looking at that number makes me queasy, as it’s pretty much what I live on now working full time. But I know and trust God and believe that he will find a way to provide for me, perhaps through you! If you aren’t able to financially assist me in this, I would love your prayers, encouraging thoughts and helpful travel tips! I also want to talk to you about this trip! Please! Ask me questions, tell me your concerns, and if you have any used camping gear PLZ consider repurposing it 
