Brandy, while still a cadet, with his friend Rosa
Most of the people working in the Air Force are younger men and women in need of guidance. Many of them are far away from their homes and family, and they are often very bored when they're not working. If Brandy and I can provide a place where they feel comfortable to hang out, then they might be able to get away from some of the bad habits that a lot of the military suffers from, like porn, drinking, prostitutes, really bad language, etc.
I think this ministry would be a perfect fit for both Brandy and me. Our talents and current position make this a great opportunity. Since Brandy is an officer in the Air Force we have an "in", as you might say, with the military, and because of Brandy's work we have to live near the base, making it easier for people from the base to come and visit us. Plus Brandy is a very kindhearted and fun loving kind of guy, almost everybody in the base likes and respects him. As for my talents I love cooking, baking, planning events, playing games and people.
Brandy and his classmates in 2009
Currently our budget is too tight to be able to start this ministry. Our home isn't big enough to invite anyone over* and we wouldn't be able to afford the extra expenses of hosting a Bible study/game night, like the food, snacks and games. So our plan is to wait until I'm able to raise enough support to rent a place that is big enough to have extra people over and to pay for the other expenses, and then we'll be able to start this ministry.
***(If you've seen picture of my apartment then you'll know that we really don't have the room. The whole apartment is only 12' x 20', making it a total of 240 sq. feet and the only kind of seating we own are 2 dining room chairs, making it hard to invite anyone over.)
Brandy and his friend Pollo on their graduation day
Please keep the military hospitality outreach in your prayer, it's something that we feel God calling us to do and we know how much it's needed. Thanks
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