New Team...2011

The 2011 ABF Youth El Salvador Team

Thank You, from Kristyn

I learned so much on this trip to El Salvador, about myself and God. God really showed me his glory through the people there. Even though there was a language barrier I was able to have some of the best conversations with the people there. The love that was given and shown without hesitation by the people was one of the most remarkable things I've seen. I want to thank you so much for supporting me. That was one of the best weeks of my life!

Thank you, from Laura

Saying that we poured a lot of our hearts into El Salvador might be true, but I would like to think that El Salvador poured it's heart into a lot of us. Our team encountered people that in every way blew us out of our comfort zones, and who pursued us to Love in ways that we never had before. We are all so grateful and thankful for your support through our trip, we definitely could not have gotten as far as the Charlotte Airport on July 4th without your help but really without God's.

From Nancy

Thank you so much for your support. It was so great being with all the kids. I saw soft hearts, open eyes, listening ears and a strong work ethic in each one. You were a part of that by supporting us. Lives were touched by each dollar given and each prayer lifted up.

From Rebecca

I want to say "thank you" to everyone who gave and prayed for our team! You are such a blessing and I'm truly thankful for you and God's provision throughout the trip. I learned so much last week.
Both church in El Salvador and the prayer meeting we were able to attend impacted me very much. The peoples´ sincere passion and commitment to God was inspiring and convicting. I was encouraged throughout the week to be more purposeful about spending time daily with God, seek His will, and serve others humbly. One thing God impressed on me this week was that He is forever faithful. He taught me so much each and every day, much of which I´m still trying to process. God gave me answers to some things I've been praying about over the last several months. He also definitely used our week in El Salvador to instill in me a passion for Latin American culture, Spanish, and missions.

From Danielle

The words 'thank you' don't seem to really cover my gratitude for your gift and prayers that helped to make the El Salvador trip the success that it was! One of the pastors that we worked with, Pastor Mario, helped to answer the question of "Is short term missions worth it?" with a resounding yes! Listening to him talk about the difference that short term trips have made in the communities we ministered in, and then having the joy of seeing kids' faces light up with the love and attention we got to shower them with makes it all worth it! God taught us each so much on this trip, and it's hard to pick just one thing to share with you- it would take pages to cover it all! But, for me, God specifically taught me about overcoming fears and uncertainties and learning to be bold even in circumstances that are unsure. Thanks again for the part you played in getting us there and back home safely. I pray that our return will allow us to bear new fruit in the places we live our everyday lives!

In Him, Danielle Adams

From Katelyn

Thank you so much for supporting me and the team. This wonderful experience would not have been possible without you. One of the things God showed me through this experience is what a great friend He is. He is always there for you and we can talk to Him about anything. I made some really great friends but I would have never met them without your help and i really appreciate it. It was the best experience of my life and I would not trade it for anything. Thank you so much!