I am going to Northern Ireland for ministry in June.

I have ministered to many over the years, using the good Lord's trials and tribulations in my life to help others. I have helped rape victims, drug addicts and bereaved parents--all because God had let me go through these trials myself, saved me from them and then guided me to help others that were lost in the dark place I once had been.

I had England on my heart, and really believed that was where I was meant to go to help others. I have wanted to do missionary work for years, but couldn't find an opportunity to do so. I have 5 children; two have autism and one has mild CP. I was separated and a single parent for almost 5 years, until God restored my marriage over a year ago. God has been faithful to us in so many ways.

After refusing the first, second and third request to go to Northern Ireland, I went out to pray. I heard, quite firmly, "This is not your choice of places to go, but it is mine". I immediately wrote the mission leader back and told her that, after praying I knew this is where God wanted me to work for Him.

I am at the sponsor stage now. If anyone has done missionary work, could they give me some hints on how to find sponsors? I sent out emails to all my friends back home, but got no responses. I am new to Kansas and know very few people here. Our church is not a wealthy church, by any means, and the congregation is mostly inner city people. I have no clue on how to get sponsors, so any ideas would be most welcome.

I know God will provide, for He wants me to go. I found myself worrying about the funds last night, with May now here, and heard, quite clear, "Be Still and know that I am God".

He will find a way to get me there, to help children in this place where hatred is part of their every day life! Jesus will fill their hearts, and I pray to be a good vessel for Him, changing lives in His name!

God Bless!
Kelly