February, 2014 —
You’ll be inspired as Melissa shares her family’s missionary vision for the Philippines (on this “Dare to Rejoice” Bible study with Ann, going verse-by-verse through I Peter 2:1-12), encouraging us as Daring Daughters to “lay aside” any fears or self-reliance and to rely fully on God’s support and grace to obey His call. — Melissa’s Interview — Click here < < <
Mark & Melissa Ellis (Missionaries to the Philippines, with ACTION International)
Introducing Melissa: A Daring Daughter and Her Family!
Mark and Melissa are from Everett, Washington. They both grew up in godly homes and developed a heart for missions at an early age. Mark has been leading short term missions trips from his church for years and has two brothers on the mission field, both of whom he has served alongside in short term ministry. Melissa spent 4 years in the Ivory Coast teaching missionary kids from 1989-1993.The two met at Edgewood Baptist Church and were married in 1995. They have prayed through the years for a chance to serve the Lord in missions and are grateful that God is now calling them overseas.
Melissa’s Family (pictures for their new mission prayer card)
In August of 2012, they visited the Philippines on a short-term missions trip and fell in love with the country and the people. Both felt God telling them that the time was finally right. They visited Faith Academy and knew immediately that they would love to work with missionary kids there. Mark will be assisting with woodshop, coaching soccer, and helping with student outreach ministry teams and Melissa will be teaching elementary school. Mark will also be sharing God’s love to the hurting; like the many street kids in Manila, those caught up in human trafficking, and those in the grip of poverty. They hope to be at Faith by the beginning of the 2014 school year.
Video: “Faith Academy”
(Where Melissa will be teaching)
See also: Faith Academy Overview (6 minute YouTube video) < < < Click here.
For more information, see their missionary page at ACTION INTERNATIONAL
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I have known Missy most of my life. Her dad was the pastor at our church growing up! I am so excited for her and the family as they embark on a gift of a lifetime mission. Prayers to you, Missy and family!
Thanks Lucy! That means so much to me.