Testimonies
Testimonies from Those Who Sent
“I
guess one thing that surprised me … was how smooth absolutely
everything went. We didn’t have any major issues or difficulties at
all! … Our Trinidadian Field Facilitators were available at all times
& went above and beyond in every area … Our STEM Team Leaders did
an excellent job leading the team.”
—Century Baptist Church (Bismark ND), Team #473, Trinidad
“Our STEM Team Leaders were very knowledgeable about culture & very excited about our team!”
—Faith Lutheran Church (St. Louis MO), Team #466, Trinidad
“I appreciate Beverly [STEM Field Facilitator in Jamaica] helping and being available when ever we needed her.”
—Germantown Christian Assembly (Philadelphia PA), Team #467, Jamaica
“Thanks
for the great mission opportunity! [As a result of our families' positive
STEM experience in Urban Minneapolis] we are going to start once a
month family service opportunities here in our own community … God
bless!”
—Faith Lutheran Church (Hutchinson MN), Team #511, Urban Minneapolis
“Our
STEM Team Leaders were extremely helpful, wonderful role-models and
organized. Demonstrated a heart for God … Communication between us [and
STEM’S Field Facilitators] was very easy and accessible. They were
willing to help in any way possible … They always went out of their way
to make the team comfortable and were true examples of faithful,
passionate, God loving people.”
—Winona State IVCF Chapter (Winona MN), Team #461, Paraguay
Testimonies from Those Who Went
“I
feel like God really showed us how it isn’t so scary talking about Him.
I am much more sure of my faith and ready to tell my friends back
home.”
—Emily, Team #463, Urban Minneapolis
“I really had a great time and I’m seriously considering going on as many mission trips as I can.”
—Ross, Team #463, Urban Minneapolis
“Prepare yourself to go through a heart-touching experience.”
—Kimberly, Team #467, Jamaica
“I
think that the most valuable experience was being able to share Christ
with the children at Bible school and help lead some to Christ.”
—Alicia, Team #473, Trinidad
“The most significant lesson the Lord taught our team is that he can use us in mighty ways to glorify his Kingdom.”
—Stephanie, Team #473, Trinidad
“…I think that STEM did a great job with training.”
—Mandy, Team #473, Trinidad
“God really does use all people from all nations to do his work.”
—David, Team #464, Paraguay
“I’m
so much more in love with Jesus after this trip. My joy is overflowing.
It shows me I am a missionary everywhere — in Paraguay and at home! …
This trip was the best thing that has ever happened to me. : )”
—Lydia, Team #464, Paraguay
“I
think I’ve drawn closer to God and have developed a lot more patience
than before. My heart has been softened … My eyes have been opened to
see a different view of the world. My heart has been softened and my
attitude changed.”
—Linnea, Team #476, Honduras
“It has been great to see God work in such tangible ways through us.”
—John, Team #476, Honduras
“I had such an amazing time. Thank you to STEM.”
—Jessica, Team #476, Honduras
Testimonies from Those Who Received
“The
STEM Team shared their testimonies and I thank the Lord that lives were
impacted and touched as they saw the spirit of these people serving our
community. One of our churches was blessed by the Team’s summer Bible
school program. More than 150 attended. Eleven children (9–15 years
old) accepted Jesus as their Savior! Some of these children have very
hard lives.”
—Ricci Paulino, Dominican Republic
“We have had
a lot of people needing medical attention and medications. The STEM
Teams that came to us gave a big effort and helped a lot of Paraguayans
living in different places to know more about Jesus. One group built a
new room for the first aid here on campus. Denise, our nurse, is very
happy with the new room where she can comfortably assist the people who
live in this area.”
—Benides Bergamo, Paraguay
