Who Am I?

Following my degree from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, I taught at Calvin Christian School in Edina, Minnesota for three years. But Calvin was more than just my work place. It has been a home to me as it was my elementary school for 9 years. Even today, I continue to stand with Calvin Christian to do what I can to encourage the families that send their students there, and the faculty that make it happen. I am excited to be an extension of Calvin Christian's quality education overseas. As a missionary, financial contributions are only one channel for support. Calvin plays a role in supporting me that goes beyond any financial gift. Any student in the upper grades could tell you all about God’s work in Southeast Asia and Liberia and have pictures and letters to show for it.

I first traveled to Africa in 1987 to encourage my uncle and aunt, Ken and Ginny McMillan, in the Congo. Although I was only 8 years old, the experience remains a vivid turning point of my life. In 2004 I returned to Africa, this time to Ghana. A spark ignited in my heart and was fueled by the lives of orphans in Southeast Asia. The passion to reach Africans and Orphans became a reality when I was asked to serve with OrphanAge Foundation in Liberia. I watch God equip my team to establish an effective, Christian, Liberia-run elementary school in two years.

Now I am a missionary with WorldVenture preparing to move to Singapore. There I will mentor and disciple kids and their teachers throughout Southeast Asia.

Personal Mission Statement

My purpose of existence is to glorify God, by fully devoting myself to following Jesus Christ. I glorify God by being obedient to His Word, engaged in His Work, and dedicated to His Mission.

Obedient to His Word-The Bible is my truth and standard to which I conform my life. I am committed to life-long learning and applying of the Word of God in areas of physically, intellectual, social, and spiritual discipline.

Engaged in His Work-The Work of Jesus Christ requires commitment and integrity. I will inspire Christ-centered love and attitude as I work along side the OrphanAge Foundation to further His Kingdom.

Dedicated to His Mission-The Mission of Jesus Christ is to glorify His Name by making disciples of Christ. It is my job to understand, communicate, clarify, and worship in the truth of God in a clear and relevant manner to other people.

Personal Statement of Beliefs

I believe that everything I do should glorify and honor God. (1 Corinthians 6:20; Matthew 5:16)

I believe there is one God in three persons of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. (Isaiah 44:6; John 14: 16-17)

I believe we are separated from God by our sin. (Romans 3:23)

I believe the penalty for our sin is eternal death. (Romans 6:23)

I believe Jesus was both fully God and fully man. (Colossians 1:19-20)

I believe Jesus was perfect. (2 Corinthians 5:21)

I believe Jesus rose from the dead. (Matthew 28:5-6)

I believe, because of God's love, Jesus died in our place to save us from eternal death. (John 3:16)

I believe we must individually put trust in Jesus as Lord to be saved from eternal death. (John 14:6; Romans 10:9,13)

I believe the Bible is truth, flawless, and completely inspired by God. (John 17:17b; 2 Timothy 3:16)

I believe every child is made in God's image, is uniquely gifted, and belongs to Him. (Psalm 139:13-16; Mark 10:14)