While Allen and Trish don’t join the blog calls as frequently these days — thanks to an expanding team of full-time staff on the ground — it’s always a joy to catch up with them. This week’s update is packed with news, praise reports, and heartfelt prayer requests. Let’s dive in!
If you’ve followed Sowers4Pastors for a while, you may remember that Allen was a co-founder of the Missionary Kids (MK) camp, and Rachel once served as the director of this very same camp which she attended as a child. This week, she returned to camp in a brand-new role: mom to a camper! Nathan is attending his first MK Camp, and by all accounts, he’s having the time of his life.
While Rachel volunteers at camp, Brandy is holding things down at home — embracing full-time care duties for Michael, Levi, and Charlotte. Word on the street is that Levi has already had a "gravity-related incident" (possibly involving a bed and a bold leap), but thankfully he’s doing just fine.
Please lift this sweet family in prayer as they juggle a busy, joyful, and occasionally bumpy week.
Dispensas & Delays
If you're a longtime reader, you know the word “dispensa” refers to the government paperwork that allows for duty-free shipping into Honduras. Recently, S4P has faced some frustrating delays that are completely out of their hands.
One container of food has been stuck in a warehouse for months — initially approved, then suddenly held up again. Another container, filled with backpacks, is waiting on its own round of approvals.
Please pray for resolution, open doors, and swift action so these much-needed supplies can make it to Gracias without further delay.
Backpacks & The Road Ahead
Speaking of backpacks: the next collection trip is right around the corner! Kirstin and Mary Faith are leading this year’s September trip and are already deep in planning mode.
Pray for them, for the donors and packers back in the States, and for smooth logistics all around.
Funding the Mission
Let’s talk finances. Like many ministries, Sowers4Pastors is feeling the stretch. Inflation, changing economies, and expanding outreach mean that every dollar matters.
Kirstin and Mary Faith are still working without full financial support, and the ministry carries the responsibility of fully funding its Honduran missionaries. On top of that, there are essential projects that don’t always get the spotlight—like pastor training, motorcycles, and building efforts. These may not come with adorable child bios, but they’re critical to ministry success.
One bright spot: the ministry is about to help its 500th pastor get a motorcycle! That’s 500 pastors who have been empowered to reach more communities thanks to nearly 20 years of faithful giving. Praise God!
Still, S4P is facing a financial pinch on the project side. And with growing ministry demands, transportation needs are increasing too. The team is researching durable vehicles that can withstand the rugged terrain.
Please pray for financial provision, stewardship wisdom, and the right resources at the right time.
The Long-Anticipated Move
Yes, they’re still not in the new house. But there’s light at the end of the tunnel! The hope is that Rachel and Brandy’s family will move into their new home on the ministry property within the next few weeks.
In the meantime, the ministry has decided to continue renting their current house in town and repurpose it as office space. It’s a great move — especially since it’s more convenient for pastors picking up supplies like Bibles, Sunday School materials, and food for the kids.
Prayers appreciated as the family transitions and the office setup begins.
Hands to Help
The ministry continues to struggle to find workers—especially for the coffee farm and for truck maintenance. Many men have left the area, making it harder to find workers for any kind of project.
Please pray for the right workers and partners to step in.
Looking Ahead: Elections & Paperwork
Honduras will hold its presidential election in November, and the S4P team is praying for an honest, effective administration to be put in place.
Kirstin and Rachel are also navigating the final steps toward dual citizenship. They’ve already filed the paperwork and passed the exams (go, ladies!), but they’re still waiting on the government process to wrap up. Ideally, they’d like this finalized before the election, in case things slow down afterward.
Similarly, Sowers4Pastors is pursuing official Honduran non-profit status. Though the ministry has long worked under a U.S.-based nonprofit umbrella, the growth of the work in Honduras makes local status essential.
Pray that these processes will be completed in a timely manner — ideally, before the elections cause any bureaucratic delays.
Safety in a Growing City
Gracias is growing — and with growth comes the potential for increased security concerns.
Please continue to pray for the safety of the ministry team, the communities they serve, and the property they steward.
Final Thoughts
There’s so much happening, and every bit of it is held up by your prayers, generosity, and encouragement. Whether you're packing a backpack, supporting a pastor, funding a project, or lifting the team in prayer — you are part of what God is doing in Honduras through the local pastors, with the help of Sowers4Pastors.
Thank you for being in it with us.
- posted by Christi
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