Homework
A good teacher should never stop learning from her students. Here are some of the commentaries from some missionaries-in-training at the literacy module in Colombia this month. They have challenged me, blessed me, and moved me with their passion. “Without the written word, the Gospel tends to deteriorate…” “It was with the Word of […]
In memory of my Grandpa
My grandfather, Robert Manes, passed away several months ago. Last week my family had his memorial. There are times that missionary life means missing out on important events, and this was one of those times. But I know that my grandfather loved the Nahuatl people and fully supported my ministry here. I wanted to share […]
You Give Good Things
Some days my friend Andrea comes late to class. OK, most days. Almost every day. Being on time is not a big deal in this culture and for her it is almost an impossibility. She may be late, but she is conscientious about studying. A few weeks ago she missed the first hour and a […]
About
Katie grew up in South America where her parents served as missionaries for over 30 years. She studied secondary education in college, and for several years served in schools for missionary children, both in Central and South America. Since 2010 she has been part of the Nahuatl team in Mexico. One of her jobs on the team is to teach adult literacy, so that the Nahuatl can read the Word of God for themselves in their own language.