The Time of Preparation Leads to Transformation
Sep 26, 2017 3:31:09 PM Sarah Rymer Agriculture, Hope, IDEAS projects, interesting people, Tips, Language
“Do not despise the time of preparation.” I didn’t fully embrace this advice shared with me some seven years ago by a friend who had received it herself from a mentor.
A New Kind of Community in Lebanon
Sep 20, 2017 11:56:46 AM Sarah Rymer Families, Hope, IDEAS projects, interesting people, Relationships, Lebanon
For the past three and a half years our family has been living in the city of Beirut, and working with marginalized people groups in different parts of the country of Lebanon. Whilst the news about countries in the Middle East do not paint a hopeful picture for people in this part of the world, our hearts fill up with excitement to see the different ways God is ...
There is Good Happening in the World
Nov 9, 2016 10:05:37 AM Sarah Rymer General, Hope, IDEAS projects, Love, Volunteer, work, World News
I recently spent several days in Cyprus collaborating with my colleagues and learning more about the details of their work. They came from Turkey, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Tunisia and Cyprus, all ready to discuss how they have seen God work in and through their professional projects and how He is transforming communities one individual at a time. What I learned ...
The Sound of Music in Jordan
Nov 7, 2016 10:31:47 AM Sarah Rymer Children, General, Hope, IDEAS projects, interesting people, work
Meet Joy! Joy is an IDEAS Associate and Julliard-trained violinist who lives and works in Jordan. Learn more about her and her dream of bringing classical music to school children in The Sound of Music in Jordan.
1. Hi Joy! Tell us about yourself.
My name is Joy, I am from South Korea. I started studying the violin when I ...
Healthcare Along the Border
Oct 6, 2016 5:54:07 AM Sarah Rymer General, Hope, IDEAS projects, interesting people, Organization, work
Meet Sheldon! Sheldon and his family reside in Thailand where he and his wife both work in healthcare. Their focus is on the Karen people of southern Burma and northern Thailand. Together, they are partnering with others to provide healthcare training to Karen students who desire to return to their village to provide healthcare to their ...
Why Should I Join IDEAS? Here is Why!
Jul 19, 2016 4:10:46 PM Sarah Rymer Families, General, IDEAS projects, Life, Living Overseas, Organization, Volunteer, work
"So, why should I join IDEAS?"
I love this question. In fact, I never get tired of it because it is the exact question a possible volunteer or long-term Associate should be asking. When deciding to go overseas, whether for two weeks or 10 years, picking an organization is vital (check out:
Why Asking "Why" Is Important
Apr 19, 2016 12:35:28 PM Sarah Rymer Children, General, Hope, IDEAS projects, interesting people, Life, World News
Our favorite librarian is back to share about her latest insights from her work in Jordan. Enjoy Libby's words in Why Asking "Why" Is Important
Questions are important for a librarian. I want the people I'm helping to find answers to their questions, whether they are looking for simple facts like when Easter will be celebrated, or more ...
7 Steps of Travel Prep - Part 2
Apr 5, 2016 1:27:26 PM Sarah Rymer General, IDEAS projects, Tips, travel, World News
Part 2 is here! Check out Scott's helpful hints in preparing for travel in 7 Steps of Travel Prep - Part 2.
What Do You Love About Tunisia?
Mar 8, 2016 3:12:58 PM Sarah Rymer Children, Families, General, Hope, IDEAS projects, interesting people, Life, Living Overseas
This week, we want you to meet Tony! Along with his wife and two sons, Tony lives and works in Tunisia. Check out his insights into this beautiful and complex country:
Grace in Thailand
Feb 22, 2016 3:52:21 PM Sarah Rymer General, IDEAS projects, interesting people, World News
Lauren, along with her husband and others, provides healthcare to trafficked victims in Thailand. Check out her thoughts below and how she sees grace in Thailand.
A few months ago we began our work in anti-human trafficking alongside a remarkable group of men and women who amaze me.