Author: Craig and Cheryl Cassel

Helping at home

Helping at home

Some times ministry takes us back home. These last couple of weeks has had Cheryl and I back in New Hampshire visiting two supporting churches and a few people as well. It also has given us some time with my (Craig’s) parents. Being 90 and 87 brings it’s own challenges. We are glad to be […]
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Excited and Proud

Excited and Proud

I don’t know better words to use right now. Today, August 8th Jason & Tami Hughes, Drew & Leasa Decuir and Nicole Cogan are on a separate planes, all heading to the country of Papua New Guinea (PNG). Why are we excited? Why are we proud? These guys are all from the missionary training class […]
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Why do you do what you do?

Why do you do what you do?

Have you ever wondered why some people do what they do? Why did they pick that career? What’s behind their thinking in making that move? Maybe, those of you acquainted with us have often wondered “Why do Craig and Cheryl do what they do? Why are they in Missouri? What’s behind their move?” One way […]
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God used a Pick-nick table

God used a Pick-nick table

Just this past week God used a pick-nick table for missions. Yes you read that right. So, if He can use a pick-nick table, I know he can use you. If you want to learn how He used it, check out my You-tube video telling you all about it. After that, find other great ways He […]
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2017 MTC Graduation

2017 MTC Graduation

It’s been a great two years of training here at the Missionary Training Center. It has come to a close for 28 MTC students. Cheryl and I have had the privilege of being involved in the equipping and mentoring of these dear folks. Specifically, 11 out of the 28 have either been in our E-LINC […]
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Prayer needed – Reliable Car – Prayer answered!

Prayer needed – Reliable Car – Prayer answered!

In many countries you can actually live with out owning a car. In America, you can do the same if you live in a big city. The common denominator is good public transportation. When you live in most other parts of America, you need to have good dependable transportation. Well, after many hours of working […]
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God equipping through transformation

God equipping through transformation

From time to time we wonder how the training is affecting the students, our future co-laborers in reaching the least and un-reached people groups of the world. Recently one of our students shared this with her ministry partners (shared with permission). “So what is one of the biggest lessons my Father has been teaching me […]
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Kickball and Missionary Training

Kickball and Missionary Training

Yep, you read that title correctly. So you’re thinking, what in the world does kickball and missionary training have to do with each other. Our ministry here is high intensity student involvement through E-LINC*. As an E-LINC Management Team (EMT) we work towards connecting our students and staff through both formal and informal ways. Friday […]
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You Prayed, God Answered

You Prayed, God Answered

You prayed for laborers, more missionaries for the Lord’s harvest field. He has answered. This new training year the Lord has brought in 58 new missionary candidates. People who are willing to give of their time, finances, family, good paying jobs and other “things” to see a thriving church for every people. Pray for them […]
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Merry Christmas from Roach, MO! We spent our first Christmas here at the MTC … just the 4 of us enjoying being together and enjoying the day. It was lazy. It was full of laughter and good food. It was memory filled. We even took some time outside to take a few pictures. It was that […]
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