Dear daughter, I love you so much...but,..."
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Candace Diehl teaches 1st grade at Hendrix Elementary School in Spartanburg, SC. Ever since her first mission trip in high school, she has had a heart for foreign missions. She and her husband Chad have two beautiful children - Hampton and Peyton.
On June 8th, Candace, seven year old Peyton and thirty-four others from Hendrix Elementary School departed South Carolina for a mission trip to Nicaragua with Chosen Children Ministries. This experience led Candace to write one of the most heart-felt prayers for her daughter you will ever read:
"Dear daughter, I love you so much, but God loves you more. It's hard to imagine, but I know it's true. I've been praying a lot for you lately as you grow up too fast and I see you ready to take your next steps with Him by your side. You're so much wiser than I ever was but there are a few things I think are important for you right now. I pray you're always willing to work hard if it's for the sake of helping others. Don't be afraid to get a little sweaty, it just makes your skin sparkle. I pray your heart always stays..."
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CHRISTMAS IN JULY?
Make Your Plans Now!
2019 ANNUAL CHRISTMAS
MISSION TRIP
Dec. 7-14
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Thirty-one people made their journey to Nicaragua this past December for our annual Christmas Mission Trip. This year we need even more to help us distribute thousands of toys, hygiene items and thousands of pounds of food to needy children in more than 20 communities and most importantly, share the Good News of Jesus Christ. This would be a perfect trip for you and your family! The cost is only $650/person which includes food, lodging, ground transportation, translators, insurance and more. Additional cost is airfare from your city to Managua, Nicaragua. SIGN UP TODAY!
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600+ SPONSORED CHILDREN!!
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Three years ago this month, we officially kicked off our sponsorship program. The Lord has blessed us with more than 600 sponsored children SO FAR! Every week these kids gather at our churches for Bible Clubs and discipleship. Once a month they come to receive a large food bag which is desperately needed here in Nicaragua. Will you consider making a difference in the life of a child today?
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June was a VERY BUSY month for us in Nicaragua. It was our pleasure to serve nine teams from Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida and Tennessee. Their tireless energy and passion to share Christ to children and families in barrio communities was a great blessing.
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GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, TN
This girls soccer team from Franklin, TN served in the Renacer barrio and made a huge impact! Students connect in a unique way here in Nicaragua!
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THRIVE CHURCH, VA
Our good friends the Angelilli's led this team from VA to continue work in the Mt. Zion Barrio where God moved in so many ways as they fed kids, built a shelter in a new community, led many to Christ and more.
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HENDRIX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, SC
Several years ago, Hendrix came to build a school in the Parcels Barrio and since then has partnered with this school and community to bring resources, a playground and so much more!
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EASTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH, SC
Renacer was the location for Philip, Robin and the gang as they came to work with hundreds of children, teaching Bible studies, adding to the pastor's home and much more.
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CROSSROADS COMMUNITY CHURCH, VA
This was the second trip for Crossroads this year working with their partner church in the El Timal community.
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DUNCAN FIRST BAPTIST, SC
Danny Vaughn and crew served in the El Timal Barrio building a home, renewing friendships from previous trips and sharing the love of Christ to hundreds!
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WOODLAND MILLS CHURCH, TN
Our Leon campus was home base for our good friend Geneva Storey who led this wonderful team to serve in numerous communities with medical assistance, home building, sports and more!
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CARL CATOE, SC
Carl and Glen worked with young men and boys, teaching them woodworking skills to learn a trade.
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