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3 Quick Tips to Keep Pace with Global Partners During a Pandemic

Have you had to cancel or postpone a trip to serve in another country this year? Have you considered repurposing your investment rather than losing it or delaying the opportunity?

1. Repurpose your plan

Is there a way to take the plans you have already made and modify them using virtual platforms? Can you offer other services or resources from your church that would not otherwise be available?

2. Repurpose your people

What if you kept the proposed team intact and rallied them to redirect their time and effort to serve the same ministry in other ways? Could you involve more people who wanted to participate but were not able to make the trip?

3. Repurpose your resources

What if you still raised the funds you were planning to raise and invested them in the ministry site you were planning to serve? What would it look like in this pandemic year to spend more of your budget on much needed food, water, or medical services in these disadvantaged countries?

Eric Vogt

Rick Vogt has decades of experience as a pastor, church networker, and coach, and has facilitated Forward Edge short-term mission teams to Mexico, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Puerto Rico since 2006.

Bible Story

Whose Bible?

It started with a simple nudge—a last-minute feeling that I was forgetting something important. Rushing through the airport, I couldn’t shake the urge to buy a Bible. I didn’t know why, or who it was for, but I trusted the feeling. A week later, in a small village in Ghana, that Bible found its way into the hands of Talata, a girl who had never heard of Jesus. This is the story of how God’s quiet whispers and a small act of obedience became part of something much bigger than we could have imagined.

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A Recipe for Transformation

When I introduce new people to Forward Edge, I’ll often describe what we do this way: we help children around the world overcome poverty, discover their true worth, and pursue God’s extraordinary purpose for their lives. I believe these three descriptors are distinct and important. Let me explain a little

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Why Can’t I Instant Message My Sponsored Child?

1.86 billion people log into their Facebook account at least once a month–that’s almost 1/4 of the total global population! This number doesn’t even include other outlets like Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat. People in developing countries are no exception to this global trend, and chances are, the child you sponsor has

From our CEO

Life Advice Part 4: Live to Be Forgotten

Tim Ainley, CEO of Forward Edge, recently shared an inspiring message at a graduation commencement ceremony that is a timely and impactful message for us all. But, especially for recent graduates, young adults, and teens, these words could be the guiding principles you need as you step into a world

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Connecting the global church through vulnerable children’s programs, community development, and short-term mission trips

🌎 Meet Jeff Thompson, our Director of Programs

🌎 Meet Jeff Thompson, our Director of Programs at Forward Edge!

Jeff’s passion for missions began in 1987 on a trip to the jungle highlands of Papua New Guinea—and his life hasn’t been the same since. Since then, he’s served in over 16 countries alongside his wife, Kris, who shares his deep heart for people and ministry.

The two of them joined the Forward Edge family full-time in 2006 and have been faithfully serving ever since. From coordinating disaster response after Hurricane Katrina to now supporting our programs around the world, Jeff leads with humility, wisdom, and an unshakable love for those we serve.

💬 “What first drew me to Forward Edge was watching people live out their faith with integrity—it was something Kris and I knew we wanted to be part of.”

🛵 Fun fact? Jeff’s an avid motorcycle rider.
🍽 Dream dinner guest? Martin Luther—for his courage to follow God’s call.

We’re so thankful for Jeff—and for Kris, too. Their faithfulness, flexibility, and genuine love for others have impacted countless lives across the globe. 💙

Hawa's journey has taken a hopeful turn! 🌟 Aft

Hawa's journey has taken a hopeful turn! 🌟

After a difficult season of illness and finally a diagnosis, she is back in school—her energy renewed. With the right treatment and care, she’s experiencing a remarkable transformation.

Now, with a new bicycle to help her travel the four miles to school each day, she has the support she needs to continue her education. 🚲

This simple gift is more than just transportation—it’s a step toward a brighter future.

For 141 children in Kenya, a simple gift became an

For 141 children in Kenya, a simple gift became an unforgettable moment—new shoes. 👟

Thanks to the generosity of a few faithful partners, little feet stepped into fresh, well-fitting school shoes—many for the very first time.

More than comfort, these shoes are a message: You are seen. You are valued. You are loved.

Join us in thanking God for these incredible partners—and in praying that each child continues to walk forward in confidence, purpose, and hope.

In Ghana, moms are being empowered with knowledge

In Ghana, moms are being empowered with knowledge that can change lives. Our program directors recently hosted a nutrition education session—focused on healthy feeding practices for infants over six months.

They learned about age-appropriate milk intake, food diversification, and the importance of hygiene. And for families in need, baby food and formula were provided.

But it didn’t stop there.

The gospel was also shared—offering hope, encouragement, and the reminder that God sees and cares for every mother and child. This is holistic care in action—meeting physical and spiritual needs, one family at a time.

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Hola (hello), my name is Livia

Mexico
8 yrs. old

11-04-2016

Entered the Program: February 2025

Livia lives with her parents, older brother, Onésimo (also in the program), and great aunt in her great aunt’s home. The home is a two-bedroom adobe house with a tin roof and concrete and dirt floors. The kitchen is in a separate room from the house and the bathroom is outside. They cook with wood and get water from a hose on the property. Their home is right next door to the church. Livia and her brother started coming to Saturday Bible Club and then showed interest in attending church services; they haven’t missed a day since.

Livia’s parents are both from the community; they’ve been married for 19 years. Her mother and father both work farming and her dad also builds wood stoves. The family struggles financially because they have two older daughters in high school that they need to support in boarding school during the week. They own a piece of property but cannot afford a house.