If you’re a “sports ball” kind of person, you may already be familiar with the term sports equinox — that rare day in the fall when the NFL, MLB, NBA, and NHL all have games scheduled at once. For those who aren’t fluent in ESPN, Google’s got your back.
Well, Sowers4Pastors is currently experiencing its own kind of team equinox. One Vacation Bible School team is still on the ground, and in just two days, Dr. Monica will arrive to prep for a weeklong medical mission. It's a beautiful (and busy!) overlap of two very different yet equally vital ministries.
Brandy shared that preparing for a medical team is no small feat. It takes a mountain of paperwork and plenty of advance planning to gain the necessary permissions to bring in medical equipment and supplies. Thankfully, all the approvals are in place, and the team has the green light to proceed with everything they need.
Here’s how the transition will go: The VBS team departs on Saturday, and while they’re saying their goodbyes, other members of the medical team will be landing in Honduras and heading into action. Talk about a seamless handoff.
This medical team will serve in four carefully chosen communities, each selected for its ability to host the largest number of children and community members. Among the places they’ll visit are:
Naranjitos, a community served by Crosspoint Church, home to a large school
Guacutao, where EAC has a sister church program
A brand-new location affiliated with Lighthouse Church
What these locations have in common is limited access to healthcare. For most residents, visiting a doctor means traveling all the way to Gracias. As Brandy put it, “We chose communities where people really need this kind of help — where even basic healthcare isn’t close enough to access easily.”
The joy of this week isn’t just in the logistics — it’s in the heart behind it.
“We are called to serve others. This is just one way to do it,” Brandy said. “We’re excited because this team has a heart for service. They wouldn’t be coming if they didn’t. They want to do something that matters and share the love of Christ in this way.”
The medical team will include five professionals, but with translators and ministry staff added in, the group will be large, energetic, and ready to make a difference. S4P is already aware of several cases requiring urgent medical attention — and thanks to this team, help is on the way.
“It’s a blessing to help people out of difficult situations,” Brandy said. “We’re praying that everything we do this week is for Christ. We want to serve others the way He commands us to.”
As the VBS team finishes strong and the medical team gears up for a full schedule, please keep both groups in your prayers. Pray for endurance, safe travel, joyful hearts, and opportunities for both ministry and meaningful connection.
Oh — and Brandy recommends packing a rain jacket. Because in Honduras, even during a team equinox, the weather has a mind of its own. - posted by Christi
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