In2theRiver

Good morning from Westminster, MD! In talking to a friend recently about my experiences in Nicaragua, something that I have been learning subconsciously became a conscious thought for maybe the first time – I am not fully in control of the outcome of my work.  I know that may sound like an excuse for failure, Read more

Good morning from Westminster, MD! As I wrote about last week, this past Saturday I officially became a married man.  We had an incredible day and I could not be happier.  Through all of the craziness of the day, I was reminded of something really important – you only get to live each moment once. Read more

Good morning from Westminster, MD! Before I begin my post, I would like to recognize all of those who have been affected by the events of September 11th, 2001 and all of those who have willing put themselves in harm’s way to serve and protect us since that fateful day.  I, for one, will not Read more

Good afternoon from Westminster, Maryland! I am back in the United States, but this time to get married.  My fiancé, Jen Lauver, and I are both very excited for this new adventure that begins on September 14th.  After our wedding, Jen will be joining me in Nicaragua to work with House of Hope, an organization Read more

Good morning from Managua, Nicaragua! Over the past couple of weeks, I have had a few experiences that have reminded me of something I have found to be very true in my life – almost any circumstance is an opportunity for a new beginning.  This lesson can certainly be learned in both good and bad Read more

Good morning from Managua, Nicaragua! Last week the final group from Crossroads Community Church “invaded” Nicaragua.  While the other groups were primarily focused on addressing specific tangible issues, the family team was focused on building into the young people of El Canyon from a relational standpoint and on being a picture of Christ’s love.  They Read more