August 2020 Update

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This update is a little different because I want to take some time to share what it might look like to serve as a ministry partner, so whether you’re here for the first time or you’ve been on this journey with me for a while, I’d like to introduce you to a few of the ways you can serve on this team.  Joining the team can look however you’re prepared for it to look, but I thought I’d outline the three general types of ministry partners: Connection Partners, Prayer Partners, and Giving Partners. You can be one, two, or all three but however you serve, I am excited to have you on the team.

All Journey in Missions Partners: Please click the link below to update your contact information so that I can make sure that you’re always up-to-date on what’s happening on my #JourneyInMissions Newsletter Sign Up/Contact Info Update Connection Partners: Click below to view my 3 minute introduction video and, while you’re there, check out my YouTube page for more videos that can be shared on social media and/or used for ministry purposes. Hungary is an open country so feel free to share on your socials and tag me.   3 Minute Intro Video 1 1/2 Minute Intro Video You can serve as a connection partner by using these resources or by emailing me directly and connecting me with your pastors, ministry leaders, and other individuals who are interested in joining the team.  Become a Connection Partner Prayer Partners:  Here are a few of my August prayer requests.  Giving Partners: I have a plane ticket for Hungary on January 7th (because the round trip was cheaper than a one-way) and I plan to be on it, but I can only do that if I am 100% funded. So I need people like you and churches like yours to join me on this journey and invest in what God is doing in Hungary. If you are interested in becoming a giving partner or are already a partner and would like to increase your giving you can follow the “give now” button below or you can contact me and I’d love to help you through the process.  Giving FAQs: What is the difference between a cash budget and a monthly budget? The cash budget covers one-time expenses involved in getting to Hungary– like flights, baggage, and immigration costs. The monthly budget covers monthly living expenses while serving in Hungary– like housing, food, and a few ministry expenses. One-time gifts are awesome and always appreciated but monthly support is essential for getting to and staying on the field.  Should I continue to give while you’re in the States? If possible, yes. During my time in the States I do continue to receive a small monthly salary to cover living and itinerating expenses as support raising is a full time job. Any excess funds that come in during this time will go toward my cash budget.  How much is a monthly commitment? I have had partners who give $5 a month and partners who give $200 a month. Regardless of where you fall in that spectrum, you have the opportunity to invest in what God is doing in Hungary and your giving makes a difference. 2nd Corinthians 9:7-8 encourages us in this saying, “You must each decide in your heart how much to give. And don’t give reluctantly or in response to pressure. “For God loves a person who gives cheerfully.”And God will generously provide all you need. Then you will always have everything you need and plenty left over to share with others.”  Give Now

To my long time partners, thank you so much for partnering with me over the past several years. You have been an essential part of every opportunity for friendship, community, and ministry. To those who are just now joining us on this journey, welcome! You are now a part of an incredible team of people who are a part of impacting the world. I am so excited to see what the next several years have in store and to have you on this journey with me.  As always, if you have any questions or prayer needs please don’t hesitate to contact me.  If you missed my last update, Journey in Missions Update: Season 2 Coming Soon, click here to check it out.  Phone: 1(509) 992-4400 WhatsApp: 36 70 219 5568 Facebook: @elysehillmissions Instagram: Elyse.Hill1 elysehillmissions@gmail.com Giving: AGMD.org/U/ElyseHillMA Account: 2968790