A Change in the Line-up!

Kenya Team 2011 proudly announces our newest members:

Holly (Pennsylvania) is real. When you look at Holly, you see her in all her beautiful authenticity. She is committed to excellence both at work and in her personal life. Her laugh is like a ray of sunshine and is a constant reminder of God's faithfulness. Holly worked in Admissions and cleaning last year and is now the secretary at Bethany Press.

Jay (Minnesota) is unpredictable - except for his smile. One moment, he will be singing or dancing, and the next will find him interceding over a brother. He meets people at the heart level, ready to do what he can to help. Jay works in the Bethany Kitchen and in the Admissions office.

Rebbecca (South Carolina) is a seeker. She earnestly desires to understand the things of God and to share that with others. She is not afraid to ask questions on her search for truth. Her zealous love stirs the spirit and spreads to all those who come in contact with her. Becca worked in the Admissions office.

Kayla has been led in a different direction. She is now planning to serve in Thailand for her internship. She's confident that this is the Lord's will, and we rejoice with her as she follows the path on which He has placed her.

Andria is also planning to work in Thailand now. This is where her heart has been all along, and we are thrilled to see that door open for her.

Internship with Bethany International

BCOM's global internship is a 16-month missionary training program that allows students to experience foreign missions firsthand. Our sister organization, Bethany International Ministries, is our sending agency.

In September 2011, I will travel to Kenya with seven classmates for missionary training. This program, called Global Internship, serves as the practical element of the BCOM Bachelor's degree in Cross-cultural Studies. As students we will invest in language learning and adapting to the culture for the first four months. Throughout internship, we will work alongside long-term missionaries and short-term teams in local ministries such as schools, churches, and orphanages. Hobby and vocational ministries provide necessary relationship-building opportunities.

Please pray about how you can help us fulfill the Great Commission by donating to Bethany International (see right). Each student is responsible for raising about $25,000 for this 16-month endeavor ($9,055 initial + $1,070/month). This covers plane tickets, visas, set-up, rent, food, ministry materials, administration fees, travel expenses, etc.

Donations can be one-time gifts or a monthly commitment. Cash, check, and credit card are all accepted forms of payment. Interns must have 100% of their budget raised or pledged by July 31st. Once we have reached 100% support, we will be able to purchase plane tickets.

Prayer is crucial. Remember the Bethany interns as we embark on this life-changing adventure. We look forward to sharing this experience with you and sincerely thank you for your support.

Mungu aku bariki,
(God bless you)

Allyson Holdahl

If you have any more questions, please contact me. I would love to chat. If you do not have my contact information, simply leave a comment and I will get back to you.