Time for some Rest and Relaxation An update from the West Africa Initiative by Ashley Freytag In just a few short days (Saturday), my teammates and I will all gather together for some rest and relaxation. This is much needed as Masters are on their 3rd year of service while Sprungers and I are on [...]
God answers prayers for Yalunka people in a big way An update from the West Africa Initiative When Steve Nelson, FEC West Africa Director, promised Yalunka village chiefs in 2011 that he would return with a team to give the people a message of reconciliation from the Great Creator, he had no idea when [...]
An update from from West Africa Initiative Worker, Ashley Freytag August 23, 2013. The day had come! It was FINALLY time to leave for Africa! Our luggage was weighed, hugs and kisses were given, tears streamed down in happiness, sadness, and anxiousness, security check points were crossed, a sigh of relief was let out in [...]
Letter from the President A letter from FEC President, Rocky Rocholl Many thanks to all that participated in IGNITE! The opportunity to network with other FEC brothers and sisters while being challenged by our great speakers has me excited and optimistic for the future. Much has been going on since we were all together [...]
Doors of Opportunity Swing Wide in West Africa An update from the West Africa Initiative Team “You have word from the Big Creator. Please come back soon and tell us these stories!” That’s what the West Africa initiative team is hearing from Yalunka villages in Mali. In fact, each of the 15 villages where [...]
Q & A with Ashley Freytag An update from Ashley Freytag, West Africa Initiative Worker Today marks my third week in the village. My experience here has been great so far and I finally feel like I am where I have been wanting to be. I have envisioned myself living in an African village [...]
Ashley Freytag is about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime. While other people might include tropical cruises or exotic, mountain treks at the top of their wish lists, Ashley’s adventure involves a tiny mud hut and buckets. Lots of buckets. “I have a bucket designated for laundry, one for doing dishes, and some for [...]
Baptism and Story Telling An update from Troy Masters, West Africa Initiative Worker Troy Masters, one of the West Africa Initiative workers, recently ventured into the bush to visit six villages over the course of a week. This exciting trip gave Troy the opportunity to experience new areas, new villages, and new people. In spite [...]
There is a naming ceremony on Sunday, do you want to come with me? Uhh, yeah! It's across the river, a far ways away. That's okay. Sunday Morning 8 AM I pack my bag for the day. Water, wet wipes, sun screen, chap stick, camera, and my language learning notebook: all the essentials for surviving [...]
At the end of next month I will be moving into a Yalunka village in Senegal where some missionaries from another mission are already established. The purpose of my move is for language and cultural immersion. In this village, Yalunka is the one and only language, whereas the city I am living in now has [...]
It is our pleasure to invite you to the Credentialed Workers Appreciation Dinner held on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. (EDT) at Ceruti’s Diamond Room, 6601 Innovation Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN 46818 (view Google map). Our hope is that this evening will be a time of fellowship and encouragement for you and your spouse.
Sue and I are looking forward to a great evening together!
Here are the details:
Date and Time: Wednesday, July 24, 6:00 – 8:00 PM Eastern (salad service begins at 6:30 pm).
Location: Ceruti’s Diamond Room, 6601 Innovation Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN 46818 (view Google map)
Cost: FREE for credentialed individuals and spouse ($30 per individual if not FEC credentialed).
Menu: Choose between four meal options (including gluten-free and vegetarian choices).
Dinner Choices:
Greek Chicken (GF)
Honey Dijon Mixed Greens (GF)
Parmesan Yukon Baby Potatoes (GF)
Marinated Grilled Asparagus (GF)
Bistro Filet
Honey Dijon Mixed Greens (GF)
Parmesan Yukon Baby Potatoes (GF)
Marinated Grilled Asparagus (GF)
Black & Blue Salmon (GF)
Honey Dijon Mixed Greens (GF)
Parmesan Yukon Baby Potatoes (GF)
Marinated Grilled Asparagus (GF)
Vegetarian option: Squash Bowl (GF)
Honey Dijon Mixed Greens (GF)
Marinated Grilled Asparagus (GF)
Dessert table includes:
Coffee Cake Assortment
Chocolate Drizzle Cheesecake
Chocolate Peanut Butter Mouse (GF)
Coffee, iced tea, & water included with all options.
